VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads

Our Mission

To connect businesses and community organizations with volunteers to create a more engaged and resilient region.

Our Vision

To be the preeminent volunteer resource for business and community; striving to make Hampton Roads the most collaborative and unified region in the Mid Atlantic.

Who We Are

VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads is the only comprehensive volunteer center in Hampton Roads, serving all localities in the region. We work with our nonprofit members to build their capacity and achieve their missions by providing training, facilitating volunteerism, coordinating large-scale projects, or by complimenting their work through our programs and outreach. As a local leader in nonprofit excellence, we have learned the importance of staying consistent, mission-focused and deepening programs and service deliveries.

Our Affiliations

Hampton Roads Chamber, a pro-business organization, committed to working with VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads to increase regional corporate volunteerism.

Points of Light Global Network, a robust network of innovative, volunteer mobilizing organizations covering 250 cities in the United States and across 37 countries.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a better world. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our communities and are committed to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in our mission.

We value inclusivity in all aspects of our work, from the volunteers we engage to the businesses and organizations we partner with. We actively seek out and welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, and socioeconomic status. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

We are committed to continually learning and growing and challenge ourselves and others to foster a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We believe that this is critical to creating a more resilient and engaged region.

We expressly prohibit any conduct or comments of a discriminatory, harassing, intimidating, hostile, or offensive nature based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, veteran status, disability status, marital status, or other protected status.