April 14th to the 20th marks National Volunteer Week to recognize and celebrate the importance of volunteers and their contributions that work to strengthen inclusivity and wellbeing in our communities. 

We cannot overstate the value of our volunteers at Global Gathering Place. The work that we accomplish would not be possible without the endless dedication of our volunteers that give their time and passion to support our newcomer clients. 

Our volunteers help our clients when they need support in English class. They assist our younger clients in improving their English, math, and science skills with Homework Help. They check-in on clients when they need encouragement, and they support newcomers at Coffee & Conversation to come out of their shells and create community. They serve on our Board of Directors to provide guidance and governance to Global Gathering Place. 

This year’s theme for National Volunteer Week is Every Moment Matters. This theme highlights the importance of every individual volunteer and every individual contribution that collectively makes our organization what it is. The sharing of time, skills, and creativity by our volunteers is vital to the inclusivity, strength, and prosperity of our community. 

In 2023, 237 volunteers dedicated just under 8000 hours, and we are only growing!   

This week, we acknowledge and celebrate each and every volunteer for their contribution to our organization and to the community as a whole. 

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer at GGP, please contact volunteer@globalgatheringplace.com.