3 Ways to Approach Meaningful Work

Although Labor Day in the U.S. falls on the first Monday in September, in many other countries around the world, it’s celebrated…

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Volunteer Matches Buddies for Mentorship, Friendship and Support

Meet Daily Point of Light Award honoree Danielle Williams. Read her story and nominate an outstanding volunteer or family as a Daily…

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POINTS OF LIGHT ANNOUNCES KPMG U.S. LEADER AS NEW CORPORATE SERVICE COUNCIL CHAIR

Points of Light, the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change, announced today that Anita Whitehead, president and chair of the…

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High School Senior Takes on Gender Inequality by Empowering Girls to Pursue Underrepresented Fields

Meet Daily Point of Light Award honoree Sahana Ahuja. Read her story and nominate an outstanding volunteer or family as a Daily…

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Listen and Learn from Our Research on Under-resourced Communities

Knowing that under-resourced communities are often some of the most overlooked, nonprofit organizations around the world are focused on tackling issues that…

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The Path Towards Equity and Social Justice: Lessons Learned from Points of Light’s Global Research

Equity and social justice aren’t just buzzwords in the landscape of civic engagement. These issues touch everyone in society in some way,…

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Points of Light Conference 2023 Co-hosts Talk Inspiration, Impact and Ideas

The Points of Light Conference, happening June 14 – 16, 2023 in Chicago, is a global gathering for people, like you, who…

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Around the World, People are Finding Connection in Service and Volunteerism

Sometimes — okay, often — stepping away from your desk and the Zoom box is the best way to find inspiration, in…

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Retired Teacher Supports America’s First Public Elementary School

Meet Daily Point of Light Award honoree Karyn Stranberg. Read her story and nominate an outstanding volunteer or family as a Daily…

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Strengthening Global Connections Through Volunteerism and Civic Engagement: U.S. and U.K. Honor Point of Light Honorees

As part of the celebrations for the coronation of King Charles III, the U.S. and U.K. are joining hands to recognize individuals…

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