Better.net Awards the Volunteer Center Grant for “You Said It” Essay

May 8, 2024

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The Volunteer Center is grateful to receive a Better Grant based on a “You Said It” essay that Executive Director Bridget Lewis submitted to Better Magazine, highlighting the many personal benefits of volunteering your time in service to others.

Better, part of Make It Better Foundation, identifies, supports, and promotes the most impactful nonprofits in their sector, accelerating their efforts to make life, and the world, better. The Volunteer Center is also grateful to Better for their valuable support as a Premiere Community Sponsor — further evidence of their deep commitment to making a difference in our community.

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Looking to plan a service project for your family, business or community group? We’d love to help. Email us at info@volunteercenterhelps.org.

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