New Points of Light Report Provides Roadmap for Impactful Employee Volunteering in Asia
Today, Points of Light released a new report, “What’s Working: Effective Employee Volunteering in Asia, A Framework for Corporate Volunteer Leaders.” This report features a framework to equip corporate volunteer leaders to build effective employee volunteer programs in Asia, and examples of what’s working for global and regional brands. Across Asia, the public increasingly believes that doing good should be part of a brand’s DNA, according to the 2016 Edelman Earned Brand Study. The 2016 Edelman Trust Barometer shows regional leaders are also aware that employees are more motivated to perform when they see their company engaged in societal issues. The Points of Light report addresses these trends by providing practical strategies and insights on how to tailor volunteer programs to the cultural nuances of local markets.
“Enthusiasm for corporate volunteering continues to grow around the world – but nowhere faster than in Asia,” said Jenny Lawson, president of networks at Points of Light. “We hope this report will inspire and equip more companies to find the right volunteering strategy for their employees and communities as we all work to build solutions to community challenges.”
“Enthusiasm for corporate volunteering continues to grow around the world – but nowhere faster than in Asia,” said Jenny Lawson, president of networks at Points of Light. “We hope this report will inspire and equip more companies to find the right volunteering strategy for their employees and communities as we all work to build solutions to community challenges.”
The report was released at the annual meeting of the Points of Light Corporate Service Council, the premier global platform for mobilizing, equipping and inspiring high-impact volunteering. It was developed with broad stakeholder input, including insights from more than 25 global and regional brands, 10 Points of Light network organizations in Asia and peer reviewers from the research and civic engagement communities.
Unique in the market, this report showcases a wealth of practitioner insights on critical elements needed to start and scale employee volunteering in Asia. These elements include getting employees in local offices excited about service, celebrating success, and equipping and empowering volunteer leaders.
The companies and innovative volunteer organizations that contributed to this report include:
CLSACognizantConvergysCredit SuisseDellDo Something GoodEdelmanEMPACTGodrejGrouponGSKHands On ManilaHands On Tokyo
HandsOn ChinaHandsOn Hong KongHandsOn KoreaHilton WorldwideIndorelawaniVolunteerLi & FungMacquarieMcKinseyMillporeSigmaMitsubishi CorporationNational Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre
“This report provides a meaningful framework that business leaders can use to inform their global citizenship strategies and programs. It demonstrates how Points of Light and its global network, with a presence in 37 countries, are committed to providing solutions for community-minded companies throughout the region and around the world,” said Gared Jones, senior vice president of global at Points of Light.
For the full report, visit www.pointsoflight.org/resources. Companies can access additional employee volunteer resources and learn more about Points of Light’s Corporate Institute, the go-to resource for community-minded companies looking to build and expand effective employee volunteer programs, at www.pointsoflight.org/for-corporations.
About Points of Light Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service – mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 4 million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
Points of Light Partners with Good Deeds Day to Mobilize Volunteers Around the World During Global Day of Service
Points of Light is proud to join Good Deeds Day as an official partner on this annual global day of service, which will take place Sunday, April 2, 2017. With a network of affiliates in 37 countries, including the United States, Points of Light is uniquely positioned to inspire, equip and mobilize people to “do good deeds for the benefit of others and the planet.”
“The Points of Light network of affiliates is a catalyst for increasing civic engagement that helps build more resilient communities,” said Alison Doerfler, executive director of the Points of Light HandsOn Network. “Good Deeds Day is a powerful example of how each of us can do something good, be it large or small, to improve the lives of others and change the world. Including Good Deeds Day as a day of service in which Points of Light activates its network represents our collective power and the role we play in the global service movement.”
Now in its 11th year, Good Deeds Day unites more than 1.5 million people from 93 countries in service through volunteer projects and individual acts of good. Through this partnership, Points of Light seeks to reach and inspire more individuals in communities across the United States and around the world, and to build more cohesive action and alignment across its global network.
“The Points of Light network of affiliates is a catalyst for increasing civic engagement that helps build more resilient communities,” said Alison Doerfler, executive director of the Points of Light HandsOn Network. “Good Deeds Day is a powerful example of how each of us can do something good, be it large or small, to improve the lives of others and change the world. Including Good Deeds Day as a day of service in which Points of Light activates its network represents our collective power and the role we play in the global service movement.”
Points of Light affiliates in six U.S. markets and 17 countries will manage a variety of volunteer projects for Good Deeds Day. Some highlights include:
Atados (Brazil) will organize hundreds of projects across Brazil. Volunteers will visit orphanages and retirement homes to read and spend time with children and seniors, participate in trash cleanups and recycling projects, and other events throughout the country.
Chicago Cares (United States) will stock shelves at Breakthrough Urban Ministries Food Bank. Volunteers will also greet guests and assist them as they shop for items, and restock inventory.
RomAltruista (Italy) will engage thousands of volunteers and nonprofits across the country in partnership with Centri di Servizio per il Volontariato del Lazio, the volunteer center organizing Good Deeds Day in Italy.
Hands On Atlanta(United States) will assemble 200 school supply kits for children who attend the Hands On Atlanta Discovery Program.
Hands On Manila (Philippines) will host a project at the Arocerros Forest Park, where volunteers will play games with and provide food to homeless children.
From random acts of kindness, city-wide cleanups and park beautification days, to food drives, animal adoption events, and many more, Points of Light affiliates will also organize service projects in Costa Rica, El Salvador, England, Guatemala, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Mexico, Panama, Poland, Russia, Spain, and in Boston, Orlando, San Diego and Portland in the United States. Employees in Points of Light’s Atlanta, New York, and Washington, D.C., offices will also engage in volunteer projects for Good Deeds Day.
“We are excited to partner with Points of Lights for Goods Deeds Day, uniting together as two strong organizations focused on strengthening and promoting volunteering in the world,” said Kaynan Rabino, CEO of Good Deeds Day. “Together we can do more good.”
To get involved, individuals, organizations and companies can visit the Good Deeds Day page to get project planning ideas, to register a project, and to download additional resources. Volunteers can also participate in Good Deeds Day by finding local volunteer opportunities in their community.
About Points of Light
Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service – mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 4 million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. For more information, go to www.pointsoflight.org.
About Good Deeds Day
Good Deeds Day is an annual tradition of good deeds. All over the world, hundreds of thousands choose to volunteer and help others, putting into practice the simple idea that every single person can do something good, be it large or small, to improve the lives of others and positively change the world. Learn more at www.good-deeds-day.org.
Points of Light Civic Accelerator Launches Spring 2017 Class
The Points of Light Civic Accelerator, with founding partners the PwC Charitable Foundation Inc. and Starbucks Foundation, and CapitalOne Investing for Good, Vodafone Americas Foundation, U.S. Small Business Administration, Dentons, Singing for Change, and hotel sponsor Hilton Worldwide, kicks off the Spring 2017 accelerator program with ventures working to increase economic mobility across the country.
The Points of Light Civic Accelerator – the first national accelerator dedicated to investing in civic ventures – announced today the 12 ventures selected to participate in its Spring 2017 program. This will be the ninth cohort of the Civic Accelerator since its founding in 2012. The ventures come from across the United States and include for-profits and nonprofits focused on financial well-being and economic mobility to help more individuals and families succeed.
The 12 teams will gather in Atlanta from April 17-20 for the start of an intensive, 10-week entrepreneur boot camp that includes mentoring, education, peer support and networking. The teams then travel to New York and Seattle. Points of Light will offer two of the most promising ventures – as selected by the entrepreneurs themselves – a $50,000 investment following the conclusion of the program.
Application and selection committees received and reviewed more than 80 curated applications before selecting the top finalists. The selected cohort of ventures represent various sectors, approaches and solutions to improve financial success for underserved populations through inclusive financial education and health, economic resilience, and innovations around work-ready skills, employment, employer products and succeeding in the gig economy.
“We are excited to support, along with our funders and partners, such promising ventures to improve financial well-being and economic mobility in communities and populations that are often overlooked,” said Ayesha Khanna, founder of the Points of Light Civic Accelerator. “With more than 57 percent of adults in the United States struggling financially, and the financial health of many people increasingly threatened, our ventures provide diverse solutions that address gaps in financial education and access and building financial resilience. Some ventures also address how to disrupt cycles that can become systemic, like low wage jobs and economic challenges. We look forward to helping these teams and ventures grow, as they solve pressing social issues many face.”
The civic startups participating in the Civic Accelerator Spring 2017 program, representing Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, New York, Nebraska, Washington and Washington, D.C., are:
CommunityShare puts the public back into public education by connecting local community partners with the needs and goals of educators and their students.
Hip Pocket is a financial technology software company that creates apps to help people make better financial decisions from their phone in just minutes.
Mission Bit interrupts generational poverty by expanding coding education to high school students and offering affordable coding courses for low-income adults.
NaTakallam provides an income to refugees by leveraging their native language skills and connecting them to users worldwide for online language practice and learning.
Project Basta bridges the gap between employers and first-generation college graduates through an intensive professional placement and career mentoring program.
SpringFour improves loan performance for financial institutions by equipping call centers and consumer-facing applications with the most relevant, up-to-date and comprehensive financial health resources.
The Virtual Scholarship Center is a scholarship preparatory platform that empowers students, counselors and parents to create 4-year college funding strategies.
Your Casa increases Hispanic homeownership nationally by educating, preparing and connecting homebuyers with bilingual professionals that can help them achieve their American dream.
About Points of Light Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service – mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 4 million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. For more information, go to www.pointsoflight.org.
About the Points of Light Civic Accelerator
The Points of Light Civic Accelerator is the first accelerator program and investment fund in the country focused on civic ventures – for-profit and nonprofit startups that include people as part of the solution to critical social problems. The three month, boot camp-style program convenes 10-15 teams in person and online with the goal of equipping each startup to seek investments and scale their social innovation. The Civic Accelerator was launched in 2012, with support from founding partners PwC Charitable Foundation and Starbucks Foundation and in partnership with Village Capital. In addition, we receive support from CapitalOne Investing for Good, Vodafone Americas Foundation, US Small Business Administration, Dentons, Singing for Change and official hotel sponsor, Hilton Worldwide. Visit cvcx.org for more information or follow the accelerator on Twitter at @civicacceleratr and across social media at #CIVICX.
Points of Light Expresses Deep Concern Over President Trump’s Budget Proposal and the Potential Impact on Volunteering and Service
Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, is deeply concerned over President Donald Trump’s budget blueprint and the broad impact the non-defense discretionary program cuts would have on the nonprofit sector’s ability to engage Americans in volunteer service. Specifically, the proposed elimination of the Corporation for National and Community Service would devastate community-based organizations that serve children and families, respond to natural disasters, support military families, and generally serve as the backbone of community efforts to address pressing challenges.
“National Service has a longstanding history of bipartisan support for being a cost-effective way to engage citizens, strengthen communities, create jobs, and bring people together,” said Neil Bush, Points of Light Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Coupled with major support and investments from the private sector, the impact of national service is far-reaching and deep in communities across America.”
CNCS was created by Congress to be a public-private partnership that would decrease dependency on government and empower citizens to tackle tough issues and problem-solve together at the local level. Analyses have shown that for every $10 invested in CNCS by the federal government, another $15 is raised from private sources to fund the agency’s important programs that address community challenges. In 2015, CNCS generated $1.26 billion in outside resources from private businesses, foundations, and other sources, including investments from companies like Walmart, Home Depot, Target, Cisco, CSX and Citigroup that increase the return on taxpayer dollars. And, for every $1 the federal government invests in national service, there is a nearly $4 return on investment.
“National Service has a longstanding history of bipartisan support for being a cost-effective way to engage citizens, strengthen communities, create jobs, and bring people together,” said Neil Bush, Points of Light Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Coupled with major support and investments from the private sector, the impact of national service is far-reaching and deep in communities across America.”
Across the country, 80,000 AmeriCorps members and 270,000 Senior Corps members are currently serving local communities. In 2015, through the Points of Light network of local affiliates, more than 11,000 national service members contributed to the mobilization and support of volunteers. These national service members played an important role in the network’s impact in local communities, including more than 17 million hours of volunteer time given, more than 100,000 service projects completed, and more than $400 million in economic value.
A 2014 survey from Points of Light’s AmeriCorps Alums, called “Untapped Potential,” found the benefits of the year of service long surpass the time in service. Alums agreed that national service solidified their commitment to community and country, and that through national service, they developed skills to be better students, employees and citizens. AmeriCorps Alums is the only national network that connects the nearly 1 million alumni of all AmeriCorps programs who have served since 1994 to the people, ideas, and resources that support their commitment to a lifetime of service.
Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service – mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 4 million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. For more information, go to www.pointsoflight.org.
Kids and Teens Across America Make Their Mark on Hunger Through Service
Today, the third annual Make Your Mark on Hunger campaign launches nationwide to encourage kids and teens to engage in service that will help alleviate hunger and food insecurity in their communities. The campaign is powered by generationOn, the youth service division of Points of Light, and sponsored by C&S Wholesale Grocers.
“We know the impact that youth can have on a community, but we also know the impact volunteering can have on the young people who take action,” said Delores Morton, executive director of generationOn.
With 1 in 6 Americans facing food insecurity in the United States, there are many ways for youth to create service projects that help address the ongoing needs in their community. Make Your Mark on Hunger runs through April 30, with the goal of engaging 15,000 kids and teens nationwide.
generationOn and C&S Wholesale Grocers provided 22 grants ranging from $100 to $250 to support young people who want to get involved. From food drives to gardening projects, creating cookbooks and sustainability events, young people are planning and leading service projects to make a positive impact where it’s needed most.
Project guides, lesson plans, fact sheets and other materials are available for free from generationOn, to support kids and teens as they create service projects to address the issue of hunger. The generationOn “Learn-Act-Reflect” model, which helps kids and teens more deeply understand the importance and impact of their service on the community, not only helps youth plan projects but also provides opportunities for them to become more empathetic and compassionate.
“We know the impact that youth can have on a community, but we also know the impact volunteering can have on the young people who take action,” said Delores Morton, executive director of generationOn. “Learning about an issue area like hunger, mobilizing to make an impact and reflecting on the work they’ve done helps kids and teens become more caring, compassionate and capable. The work benefits the community, but it also has a life-long benefit to youth involved.”
“The future is in the hands of our children and grandchildren, and inspiring them to make a difference for others is so important” said Gina Goff, senior director of community involvement at C&S Wholesale Grocers. “This is our third year of providing support for Make Your Mark on Hunger, and we are looking forward to hearing how the kids volunteered across the country.”
Last year participants donated more than 132,000 pounds of food, fed more than 46,000 people and educated 46,000 community members about food insecurity issues.
Those interested in participating can sign up at www.generationOn.org/hunger, download tools and resources to get started, and share their story for a chance to win grants to continue their work.
About generationOn
generationOn, the youth service division of Points of Light, provides programs and resources that support the development of caring, compassionate and capable kids and teens through service, empowering them to become changemakers in their communities and the world. To learn more, visit www.generationOn.org.
About C&S Wholesale Grocers
C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc., based in Keene, NH, is the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 14,000 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 140,000 different products. To learn more, please visit www.cswg.com.
C&S community involvement programs support initiatives to fight hunger and to promote the health and enrichment of communities that are homes to the company’s employees and facilities. To learn more, please visit http://community.cswg.com.
32 Northwest Leaders Unite for Points of Light Conference on Volunteering and Service
Points of Light announced today that a dynamic group of influential Pacific Northwest leaders will serve as Host Committee members for the annual Conference on Volunteering and Service to be held June 19-21 in the Emerald City. Convened by Points of Light, the event provides the singular opportunity for nonprofit, government, business and civic leaders to learn, connect and shape the future of volunteerism, and draws approximately 3,500 participants from 37 countries, including the United States. Each year, this gathering sparks new ideas, collaborations and fresh jolts of civic energy that are unique to and amplified by the host city, its leaders and its citizens.
“Founded in Seattle and headquartered in Points of Light’s hometown of Atlanta, UPS is a very special title sponsor of the 2017 Conference and we are so grateful for their stalwart support,” said Hoover. “UPS’s active corporate citizenship and commitment to service has spurred tremendous growth across the entire changemaking sector, and its leadership has galvanized the company’s global workforce to contribute more than 20 million hours of service by 2020 to solving tough problems.”
This year’s convening will feature a new, re-imagined format that will offer attendees a three-day experience full of carefully curated content. The opening session – the Service Unites Summit – will take place in the heart of downtown Seattle at the renowned Benaroya Symphony Hall and will feature a series of inspirational talks from movement leaders. Additional sessions and workshops will take place at the Washington State Convention Center, and registration is now open at www.volunteeringandservice.org.
Tracy Hoover, CEO of Points of Light, noted the unprecedented interest from all sectors in unleashing the power of active citizens to solve tough problems, build resilient communities and enliven vibrant participatory societies. Each year, Conference sponsors include some of the most trusted brands and respected Fortune 500 CEOs, and an impressive collection of local, corporate “hometown hosts.” For the fourth year in a row, UPS is the event’s title sponsor.
“Founded in Seattle and headquartered in Points of Light’s hometown of Atlanta, UPS is a very special title sponsor of the 2017 Conference and we are so grateful for their stalwart support,” said Hoover. “UPS’s active corporate citizenship and commitment to service has spurred tremendous growth across the entire changemaking sector, and its leadership has galvanized the company’s global workforce to contribute more than 20 million hours of service by 2020 to solving tough problems.”
Business and community leaders from across the Pacific Northwest will spearhead the Conference Host Committee. They will share their time and talents to help navigate a path to success that adds value to the attendee experience and to the community. In addition, Host Committee members will assist in developing service opportunities for attendees based on the greatest needs in the surrounding community; and in identifying and cultivating high-quality speakers and engaging attendee experiences. The conversations and content are unique and profoundly relevant because the entire experience is shaped by local experts, leaders and influencers.
The following individuals will serve as Host Committee members, with others expected to be named later:
About Points of Light’s Conference on Volunteering and Service
Points of Light’s Conference on Volunteering and Service is the world’s largest service-related convening of nonprofit, government, business and civic leaders. With UPS as the title sponsor, the 2017 Points of Light Conference on Volunteering and Service will be held June 19-21 at the Washington State Convention Center. Registration is now open. For more information, go to www.volunteeringandservice.org.
About Points of Light
Points of Light – the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service – mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages 4 million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people to bear where it’s needed most. For more information, go to www.pointsoflight.org.
Points of Light Board of Directors Selects Russell Reynolds for Executive Search
The Points of Light Board of Directors executive search committee announced today that it will partner with Russell Reynolds in the recruitment of a new chief executive for the organization. Current CEO Tracy Hoover previously announced her decision to step down in 2017. She will remain in her role during the search and transition to a new leader.
All nominations for and inquiries about the leadership position should be sent to Jamie Hechinger and Kimberly Archer at [email protected]. If you would like to submit your interest in the role, please email your resume and a letter-of-interest directly to [email protected].
The board search committee is comprised of six Points of Light board members and five non-board members who will oversee the recruitment and hiring process.
Bernard J. Milano* Chair, Search Committee President, KPMG FoundationNeil Bush* ex-officio Chairman, Points of LightJean Becker* Chief of Staff, Former President George H.W. Bush Office of George H.W. BushJohn Bridgeland President & CEO, Civic Enterprises Vice Chair, Malaria No MoreKyle Caldwell* Executive Director, Dorothy A. Johnson Center for PhilanthropyJames Collins* Managing Partner, Eastwood Capital Partners, LLC
John Gomperts President and CEO, America’s Promise Alliance (former Points of Light board member)Pamela Norley* President, Fidelity CharitableRhonda Oliver CEO, HandsOn Greater Phoenix Vice Chair, Points of Light Affiliate AssemblyWendy Spencer CEO, Corporation for National and Community ServiceDavid Williams Policy, Government Relations and Citizenship National Principal Deloitte Services LP Chair, Points of Light Corporate Service Council
* Member — Points of Light Board of Directors
Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages four million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people where it’s needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
Points of Light Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors
Points of Light is pleased to announce the addition of seven new volunteer leaders to its Board of Directors. Each individual brings a commitment to civic engagement and a desire to apply their skills and expertise to Points of Light’s mission to inspire, equip and mobilize people to take action that creates change in their communities.
David Baga is the chief business officer for Lyft, leading Lyft’s efforts to build and scale transportation solutions for enterprise clients.
Nick Costides is the global vice president, information technology, for UPS, leading UPS’s portfolio of global operations technology.
Patrick Davis is the founder and chief executive officer of Davis Brand Capital. Patrick Davis has served as a trusted advisor to boards and senior executives worldwide for more than 20 years.
Toni Irving, Ph.D., is executive director of Get IN Chicago, a private fund with a public mission to invest in programs targeted at acutely high risk youth and convene public and private organizations to help make Chicago safer and individual lives better.
John Kelly is senior vice president of global responsibility, community and public policy at Starbucks, overseeing the global development and execution of Starbucks’ strategies and functions including corporate responsibility, ethical sourcing and environmental impact, public policy and government affairs.
Diane Melley is the vice president, global citizenship initiatives at IBM, with leadership responsibility over the IBM services grant portfolio globally, which includes, offerings for not-for-profits, schools and government organizations.
Marty Rodgers is the client director for Accenture Health & Public Service and has worked as a board member, staff or consultant to nonprofit organizations for more than 20 years.
The new cohort of board members began their service on Jan. 1, 2017, and will serve a three-year term.
About Points of Light
Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages four million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people where it’s needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
Points of Light Board of Directors Announces Executive Search Committee
The Points of Light Board of Directors announced today the formation of an executive search committee to oversee the recruitment and hiring of a new chief executive officer for the organization. The search committee is comprised of six Points of Light board members and five non-board members.
Bernard J. Milano* Chair, Search Committee President, KPMG FoundationNeil Bush* ex-officio Chairman, Points of LightJean Becker* Chief of Staff, Former President George H.W. Bush Office of George H.W. BushJohn Bridgeland President & CEO, Civic Enterprises Vice Chair, Malaria No MoreKyle Caldwell* Executive Director, Dorothy A. Johnson Center for PhilanthropyJames Collins* Managing Partner, Eastwood Capital Partners, LLC
John Gomperts President and CEO, America’s Promise Alliance (former Points of Light board member)Pamela Norley* President, Fidelity CharitableRhonda Oliver CEO, HandsOn Greater Phoenix Vice Chair, Points of Light Affiliate AssemblyWendy Spencer CEO, Corporation for National and Community ServiceDavid Williams Policy, Government Relations and Citizenship National Principal Deloitte Services LP Chair, Points of Light Corporate Service Council
* Member — Points of Light Board of Directors
The committee has issued a request for proposals to executive search firms with the intention of having a firm in place to begin work in February.
Current CEO Tracy Hoover previously announced her decision to step down in 2017. She will remain in her role during the search and transition to a new leader.
About Points of Light
Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages four million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people where it’s needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
Points of Light, Southwest Airlines and the Corporation for National and Community Service Bring Communities Together to Honor the Legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Through Volunteer Service
Points of Light, with support from Southwest Airlines Co. and the Corporation for National and Community Service; and in partnership with nonprofits and hundreds of local volunteer action centers, will mark the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, Jan. 16, by mobilizing more than 175,000 volunteers across the country. Calling together its community of changemakers, Points of Light encourages people to reflect on gains won during the Civil Rights Movement and to address contemporary issues facing our nation through volunteer service.
“As we celebrate Dr King’s life and legacy, the lessons of the civil rights movement offer a roadmap for citizen-led changemaking,” said Tracy Hoover, CEO of Points of Light. “Serving together on MLK Day, and every day after, is a powerful way to bridge differences, solve problems and recommit ourselves to making real the promises of our great democracy.”
“As we celebrate Dr King’s life and legacy, the lessons of the civil rights movement offer a roadmap for citizen-led changemaking,” said Tracy Hoover, CEO of Points of Light. “Serving together on MLK Day, and every day after, is a powerful way to bridge differences, solve problems and recommit ourselves to making real the promises of our great democracy.”
Businesses, community leaders, parents, youth, educators and everyday citizens can connect to meaningful service opportunities through www.pointsoflight.org/mlk-day-of-service, where they will be encouraged to get involved in one of three ways:
Volunteer in Your Community – By participating in local service projects, volunteers will join the millions of Americans nationwide who will make MLK Day a day on, not a day off. More than 950 volunteer projects have been posted at AllForGood.org, Points of Light’s digital hub for volunteerism and community service.
Become a Drum Major – Volunteers, leaders, and celebrities alike are lending their voices to MLK Day and the causes they are most passionate about by sharing their stories in the #IAmADrumMajor campaign.
Host a Sunday Supper – America’s Sunday Suppers bring together people from diverse backgrounds to engage in dialogue around important community issues. Points of Light, in partnership with Southwest Airlines, encourages people to bring friends and neighbors together to share a meal and conversation, and inspire acts of service. Hosts can access a conversation guide to help spark meaningful face-to-face dialogue.
“At Southwest, our purpose is to connect people to what matters in their lives and that commitment extends far beyond the skies,” said Linda Rutherford, vice president and chief communications officer at Southwest Airlines. “Connections are the key to building stronger, more vibrant and more inclusive communities, which is why we are proud to support America’s Sunday Suppers. Sharing a meal and engaging your neighbors in a conversation is a great place to start allowing those connections to flourish.”
Volunteers Unite Across the Country
With a grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service, Points of Light is supporting MLK Day volunteer activities run by seven nonprofits that will engage more than 161,000 volunteers across the country. Here are the highlights:
Global Citizen will organize the 22nd annual Greater Philadelphia King Day of Service, bringing together more than 140,000 volunteers of all ages and backgrounds to participate in some 1,800 projects.
Hands On Atlanta will host a Sunday Supper and a variety of service projects designed to steward social change and challenge Atlanta communities to embrace diversity, in line with Dr. King’s vision of a beloved community.
HandsOn Broward will host a Sunday Supper and engage volunteers in a weekend-long celebration through a variety of service and community projects, including a 5K walk/run, a peach march, a resource fair, and more.
HandsOn Superior California will host a Sunday Supper and family movie night, kick off the 36th annual MLK Day “Capitol March for the Dream,” and engage residents in a community day of service.
New York Cares will coordinate a day of service across two sites to provide education enrichment and recreation for students, socialization for seniors, and the revitalization of public spaces, engaging volunteers to meet pressing community needs.
United Way of Palm Beach County will host a Sunday Supper Movie Night, with service projects intended to create a sense of community togetherness and provide support to 625 local families struggling with hunger and financial insecurity.
Volunteer Center of Greensboro will organize two community resource fairs benefitting financially insecure residents in Guilford County. Participants will gain access to career and education resources, free tax and insurance assistance, healthy food, and more.
Scores of other volunteer action centers will activate volunteers in partnership with Points of Light’s programs and divisions during the King Holiday.
In Washington, D.C., Points of Light will partner with the Project Management for Change on the third annual DC Regional Project Management Day of Service. During this marathon-style service event, project managers will provide pro bono speed consulting to nonprofit leaders, with the end result being a well-defined scope of work and project plan that nonprofits can then use to address specific challenges. Through the event, 240 volunteers will contribute more than 1,200 hours of direct service to more than 60 area nonprofits, making a collective contribution of more than $150,000 worth of business consulting in a single day. In recognition of their efforts, the project managers will be honored with the Daily Point of Light Award on Jan. 16.
generationOn, Points of Light’s youth division, created fact sheets to help youth understand more about key historical figures in the social justice movement and youth participation in social movements, as well as a family project guide, and four project guides for kids and teens. Additionally, generationOn created a lesson plan for youth development professionals and educators to help them incorporate civil movements and social justice into lessons. All materials are available online.
ServiceWorks (powered by AmeriCorps, the Citi Foundation and Points of Light) will engage hundreds of young people in various projects geared toward youth development, educational resources and career opportunity. Across the country, all 22 ServiceWorks sites will organize service events, including school renovation and beautification projects, developing STEM education tools for underprivileged kids, addressing childhood obesity and food deserts through community farming, a writing workshop that empowers young inmates, and a variety of projects designed to build community engagement.
Points of Light will also team up with the Corporation for National and Community Service to continue the tradition of the MLK Drum Majors for Service award, which provides organizations the opportunity to recognize outstanding volunteers who have performed extraordinary everyday acts of service and individuals who have met the hourly requirements for the President’s Volunteer Service Award.
It’s not too late to participate in MLK Day of Service activities. Visit www.pointsoflight.org/mlk-day-of-service to find a volunteer opportunity or pledge to host a Sunday Supper.
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About Points of Light Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, mobilizes millions of people to take action that is changing the world. Through affiliates in 250 cities and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, Points of Light engages four million volunteers in 30 million hours of service each year. We bring the power of people where it’s needed most. For more information, visit www.pointsoflight.org.
About Southwest Airlines In its 46th year of service, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other air carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered by more than 53,000 Employees to more than 100 million Customers annually. Southwest proudly operates a network of 101 destinations in the United States and eight additional countries with more than 3,900 departures a day during peak travel season. Subject to requisite governmental approvals, service to Grand Cayman begins June 4, 2017, the same date service is scheduled to begin from Cincinnati. Book Southwest Airlines’ low fares online at Southwest.com or by phone at 800-I-FLY-SWA.
About the Corporation for National and Community Service The Corporation for National and Community Service is a federal agency that engages more than five million Americans in service through Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, the Volunteer Generation Fund, and the Social Innovation Fund, and leads President Obama’s national call to service initiative, United We Serve. CNCS leads the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service and supports grants to mobilize hundreds of thousands of Americans in service on MLK Day. Visit our website at NationalService.gov.
