It’s coffee time! ☕

Welcome to the Vantage Point Coffee Break, our new series where we connect with fellow non-profit collaborators to chat about key current topics, upcoming events and engagement opportunities, and introduce you to inspiring leaders and organizations making a meaningful difference in communities across BC. Pour yourself a latte and join the conversation!

🌊This week, Maria Turnbull from Vantage Point and Chrissy Bennett, Director of Volunteers and Community Development at the Kidney Foundation of Canada chat about their personal volunteer experiences, current trends in volunteerism in Canada, and how they see "Volunteers [Making] Waves" leading up to National Volunteer Week!

Maria and Chrissy recognize the crucial role of volunteers in adapting to the evolving needs of non-profits. They discuss how volunteerism is shifting towards more flexible and virtual roles, making it easier for people to contribute, and emphasize the importance of involving youth and new Canadians to promote active citizenship. Maria and Chrissy acknowledge challenges faced by volunteer managers, stressing the need to build strong relationships with volunteers and reduce barriers to participation.

🎉With gratitude to all the volunteers who are making great waves in their communities, we celebrate you this National Volunteer Week! #VolunteersMakeWaves #NVW2025

Thanks to Humanity Financial for their commitment to sharing non-profit stories “From our Vantage Point”