Recognizing the contributions of volunteers

Recognizing the contributions of volunteers

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The concept of volunteering dates back thousands of years but paying tribute to the efforts of volunteers didn't become a nationally recognized event in the U.S. until 1974. It's a morning of animal-related arts and crafts at Good Earth State Park and it wouldn't be possible without volunteers like Norma Wise. "We have two full-time employees, other than that we have about 50-60 volunteers who help us run this park. T…

Scouts Canada surveys country for volunteer spirit

Given all that’s going on in our lives – the threat of annexation, the on again, off again imposition of tariffs, and the anxiety and uncertainty of it all – Scouts Canada set out to measure Canadians appetite for volunteerism. Volunteering is good for the mental health and for the health of communities.

Calgary Volunteer Fair to return after 3-year hiatus

Calgary’s not-for-profit organizations will gather in search of volunteers next week, for the first volunteer fair in nearly three years.