The Points of Light Global Network
The Points of Light Global Network accelerates people-driven social impact across 38 countries worldwide.
About Our Global Network
Points of Light operates with a network of innovative volunteer-mobilizing organizations who serve more than 177 affiliates across 38 countries around the world. Together we are inspiring, equipping and mobilizing more people to use their time, talent, voice and resources to create positive change in their communities. We are offering creative, impactful and inspiring ways for people to engage in their communities and take action to solve problems.
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Our Collective Impact
As a network, we are committed to mobilizing more people and solving more of the world’s pressing needs.
16
Million
Hours of Volunteer Service Each Year
$482
Million
Annual Dollar Value of Volunteer Hours
5
Million
People Engaged Per Year
38
Countries
Served by the Points of Light Global Network
Our Network Approach
Together, we promote strategies that inspire a passion for community mindedness, enable community action and deepen a culture of community service:
Increased Access
We promote access to civic and community engagement opportunities through local partnerships, online platforms and tools.
Organizational Readiness
We support organizations to engage volunteers, train volunteer managers and expand capacity and impact.
Corporate Engagement
We help companies build, implement and strategically leverage employee volunteer programs to strengthen their local partners, respond to community needs and deepen employee engagement.
Skilled Volunteer Engagement
We design engagement opportunities that put people’s unique skills to use in addressing nonprofit needs.
Civic Leadership
We grow the number of civic leaders and expand the capacity of leaders through social impact experiences and training programs.
Youth Empowerment
We encourage and equip young people to volunteer and expand nonprofits’ ability to engage young volunteers.
Recognition
We recognize and celebrate the critical role that volunteers play in strengthening communities, identifying and sharing stories of exceptional acts of everyday citizens.
Civic Entrepreneurs
We support the launch and growth of organizations with social missions that scale civic engagement.