2023 Volunteer Appreciation Week
To all of our volunteers and interns,
As we celebrate National Volunteer Week, we want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your commitment and dedication to helping those most in need. Your selfless contributions of time, energy, and compassion have made a profound impact on the lives of families and individuals in our shared local community. You have truly changes lives!
Your service has been invaluable in ensuring that urgently needed shelter, food, and support reaches families and individuals in crisis. You have served meals in shelters across the Valley, you’ve helped in A New Leaf’s donation center, you’ve brought toys and joy to children during the holidays, and so much more. Your efforts have helped to create a warm and welcoming environment that is essential to helping families overcome a crisis.
It is truly inspiring to see the impact that can be made when individuals come together to make a difference. Your willingness to give your time and talents is a testament to the power of volunteerism and the incredible impact it can have on the lives of those around us.
We recognize that the work we do would not be possible without your support, and we are truly grateful for everything you do. Your generosity and compassion are a beacon of hope for those in our community who are struggling, and we cannot thank you enough for your unwavering dedication. We also want to acknowledge our interns, who have also contributed to the success of our programs. Your commitment to learning and growing while giving back to our community is truly commendable.
Once again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your commitment to A New Leaf and your neighbors in need. Your contributions are deeply appreciated, and we are grateful to have you as part of our team. Together, we will change our local community for the better.
Thank you for all you do.
Sincerely,
Michael Hughes
Chief Executive Officer
A New Leaf
Click Below to See Volunteer Recognition For Each Pillar of Community Services!
HOUSING AND SHELTER VOLUNTEERS
DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE VOLUNTEERS
FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT VOLUNTEERS
HEALTH AND WELLNESS VOLUNTEERS
EDUCATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE VOLUNTEERS
FOSTER CARE AND FAMILY SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS
Housing and Shelter Volunteers Give 2,835 Hours of Time!
Director of Shelter Services Corie Billingsley shares her appreciation for all the work that volunteers and interns put into programs across the Valley!
Volunteers have been an invaluable asset to A New Leaf’s Housing and Shelter programs. Your dedication and selflessness in serving meals, assisting with daily needs in shelters, and providing a welcoming environment have ensured that every resident feels safe, supported, and cared for. You are truly helping families and individuals overcome homelessness!
Volunteers like you have played a crucial role in the success of these programs, contributing a staggering 2,835 hours of service over the past year. This unwavering commitment has enabled us to provide critical housing and shelter services to those in our community who need it most. As we look to the future, we are excited to continue working with volunteers like you to create a world where everyone has access to safe shelter and affordable housing.
Domestic and Sexual Violence Volunteers Give 1,962 Hours of Time!
A New Leaf’s Director of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services shares her appreciation for volunteers and interns, in honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week!
Volunteering in A New Leaf’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Programs is a powerful and compassionate way to make a difference in the lives of survivors. The love and care that volunteers provide through serving meals, organizing donations, and offering emotional support helps to create a safe, stable environment that is essential to the healing process.
The work of volunteers in domestic violence shelters is nothing short of remarkable. Their selflessness and compassion make a profound impact on the lives of survivors and on the broader community. Volunteers and interns have contributed a combined 1,962 hours of service to these programs. We are endlessly grateful for the incredible contributions that volunteers make and for the kindness and compassion that they bring to our shelter programs.
Financial Empowerment Volunteers Give 7,798 Hours of Time!
In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, A New Leaf’s Director of Community Services Eva Felix shared her appreciation for the volunteers in programs like MesaCAN, VITA, and other Financial Empowerment programs.
Volunteers who help households with their finances through A New Leaf’s Financial Empowerment programs make a significant impact by providing essential support and guidance to those in crisis. Financial stability is a crucial component of well-being, and volunteers who offer their time and expertise can make a life-changing difference in the lives of those they assist. Over the last year, 7,798 hours have been contributed by interns and volunteers!
Volunteers who assist with Financial Empowerment services may help households with budgeting, debt reduction, tax preparation, or financial literacy education. By providing this support, they help individuals and families to take control of their finances and make informed decisions about their future. This type of volunteer work not only provides immediate relief to those in need, but it also equips them with the tools and knowledge they need to achieve long-term financial stability.
Health and Wellness Volunteers Give 6,734 Hours of Time!
In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, A New Leaf’s Director of Behavioral Health Services Angela Abad shares why she is so thankful for volunteers and interns in Health and Wellness programs across the Valley.
Volunteers who help make mental health services accessible and affordable for the community make a significant impact by ensuring that all individuals get the care and support they need. Mental health is a crucial component of overall well-being, and volunteers who offer their time and expertise can make an enormous difference in the lives of those they assist. Over the last year, 6,734 hours have been contributed from interns and volunteers!
This type of volunteer work not only provides immediate relief to those in need, but it also helps to create a more compassionate and supportive community for all. The impact of volunteers who help make mental health services accessible is immeasurable. We are endlessly grateful for the incredible contributions that these volunteers make and for the kindness and compassion that they bring to their work.
Education and Administrative Volunteers Give 11,544 Hours of Time!
In honor of National Volunteer Appreciation Week, A New Leaf’s Director of Strategic Initiatives Karen Brown shares about how thankful she is for volunteers and interns in programs across the Valley!
Volunteers who assist with educational programs and administrative tasks change lives in our local community by supporting A New Leaf’s work. Education is a critical component of personal and professional development, and volunteers who offer their time and expertise can make a life-changing difference in the lives of those they assist. Volunteers who assist with administrative tasks may help with data entry, event planning, or fundraising efforts. By providing this support, they help A New Leaf to operate more efficiently and effectively, allowing them to serve more individuals in need.
The unwavering commitment and generosity of volunteers never cease to amaze us. Their selflessness and dedication create a ripple effect of positivity and hope, uplifting and empowering those in need. In the last year, these interns and volunteers have given 11,544 hours of their time! We are humbled by the incredible contributions of these volunteers and are honored to work alongside them in our mission to serve those in need.
Foster Care and Family Support Volunteers Give 163 Hours of Time!
To celebrate National Volunteer Appreciation Week, A New Leaf’s Foster Care Manager, Kristina Gonzales, shares why volunteers and interns are so important!
Volunteers play a crucial role in supporting A New Leaf’s Foster Care and Family Support programs, bringing joy and stability to the lives of foster children and their families. Foster care programs rely heavily on the support of volunteers to provide necessary services and resources to children in need. In addition, volunteers who help organize events play a vital role in bringing joy and happiness to foster families.
By providing a sense of community and belonging, volunteers help to create a positive and uplifting experience for foster children and their families. In the last year, volunteers have given over 163 hours of time to foster families at A New Leaf. This impact is incredible, and we are so thankful for your support!