In the News
VA medical centers across America will observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Jan. 17, with special ceremonies and activities. The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is a defining moment each year when Americans across the country step up to make our communities more equitable and take action to create the beloved community of Dr. King’s dream.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 01/17/2022]
Caitlin Golson has given nearly 1,000 hours in volunteer time to VA and charities. She is her local Knights of Columbus Volunteer of the Year. Golson is a volunteer with Columbia VA’s Summer Student Volunteer Program.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/21/2021]
VA has a rich history of volunteerism. Jeannette and her late husband, Edward Feldman, were among the longest-serving VA volunteers. Together, the Feldmans served a combined 60 years.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 12/21/2021]
VA celebrates National Patient Ambassador Day Nov. 29, to recognize Red Coat Patient Ambassadors across the country. VA Red Coat Ambassadors recognize the sacrifice of our nation’s heroes and their families and often go the extra mile to make an excellent impression when Veterans visit a VA facility.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 11/28/2021]
The Psi Zeta Phi Military Sorority has awarded two former volunteers of the Columbia VA Summer Student Program with the Tammy M. Finney Youth Scholarship: $1,500 to each. The recipients are Serena Parmar, freshman at the University of South Carolina who plans on majoring in neuroscience, and Ethan Hall, a freshman enrolled at Presbyterian College who plans on majoring in biology.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 11/21/2021]
Military Veterans have a variety of different characteristics. Some were enlisted, some officers, some are a little younger, some a little older, some saw combat, some did not. The list goes on but one thing all Veterans have in common is their commitment to protect our nation.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 10/08/2021]
Volunteers from across the U.S. gathered in 65 VA national cemeteries for a National Day of Service Sept. 10. The cleaning efforts included thousands of volunteers cleaning tens of thousands of graves, including 47 killed Sept. 11, 2001.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 09/10/2021]
“There’s a reward to serving,” explained La Tara Miller, clinical program manager in VA’s Office of the Medical Inspector. “During the pandemic, I just looked for a way to do what I know best, take care of people.” Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 06/19/2021]
Welcome to Standing Ready episode 5, “Innovating Volunteers.” This episode looks at how volunteers have built communities of care and support throughout history and continue to meet the needs of Veterans today. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 06/02/2021]
Hard work has earned 20-year old Youth Volunteer Anit Tyagi a $7,500 scholarship for his ongoing dedication to serving Veterans with the emergency medical team at VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 05/16/2021]
VA’s Office of Public Affairs’ Digital Media Engagement (DME) team is expanding its Virtual Volunteer program to invite new volunteers to help create content that honors Veterans and helps them learn more about their benefits. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 05/13/2021]
Despite an ongoing global health crisis which inhibited volunteer efforts at VA facilities, Gulf Coast VA Voluntary Services reports that through April, community volunteer efforts have remained consistent. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 05/02/2021]
The Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) celebrates its 75-year milestone anniversary during National Volunteer Week, April 18–24. Read more
[This article appeared on the VA News Releases on 04/22/2021]
Thérèse Duggan recently received her official credentials from Human Resources, allowing her to join VA’s volunteer force as a physician ambassador. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 03/16/2021]
Ron Burge, a retired Army Veteran, says that a motto that held true during his years of military service applies to his volunteer work with senior Veterans in the Colorado Springs area. Read more
[This article appeared on the VAntage Point blog on 02/06/2021]
