Last month I traveled to Washington, D.C., for a week focused on two closely connected parts of Greater Cleveland Volunteers’ mission: strengthening the field of volunteer engagement and ensuring that the value of national service is understood by those making federal policy and funding decisions. The trip included participation in the Points of Light Conference,…
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Over 110 people attended “Lucky to Have Our Volunteers,” a Greater Cleveland Volunteers celebration honoring our volunteers and their incredible dedication. This annual event serves as a way for GCV to recognize the impact our volunteers make in the community every day and to thank them for their service. Guests filled Benjamin Rose on June…
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Greater Cleveland Volunteers Executive Director Kevin Gross will soon be heading to Washington, D.C., to advocate for the importance of national service programs. During this trip, Kevin will be sharing with elected officials why volunteerism and civic engagement matter not just for Greater Cleveland but for the nation as a whole. While our team is…
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In addition to partnering with nearly 100 nonprofit organizations in Cuyahoga County, Greater Cleveland Volunteers also manages several of its own volunteer programs. Throughout this year, we’ll be taking a behind-the-scenes look at these programs and the positive change they’re creating in Northeast Ohio. Many older adults face an escalating battle of loneliness. According to…
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April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the wonderful contributions of volunteers across the country. At Greater Cleveland Volunteers, we were proud to serve more than 2,800 people in 2025. Our volunteer base continues to make a difference each day right here in Northeast Ohio. Volunteering offers many benefits for individuals,…
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As we approach the close of another meaningful year, Greater Cleveland Volunteers extends its warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a hopeful, healthy New Year. This time of year gives us a chance to reflect—and when we look back on 2025, we are filled with gratitude for every one of you who made…
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For more than 50 years, Greater Cleveland Volunteers has proudly served the Northeast Ohio community—connecting people, purpose, and passion through the power of volunteerism. Each year, our dedicated volunteers change lives by tutoring children, supporting older adults, and lending a helping hand where it’s needed most. As we launch our Annual Fundraising Campaign, we invite…
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I just want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who came out to Cleveland Pickle Fest. What an amazing day for GCV! The weather was perfect, the energy was incredible, and the support from our community was overwhelming. It was great to see so many familiar faces and meet new ones,…
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Seventh Annual Cleveland Pickle Fest Coming September 20 Greater Cleveland Volunteers is bringing back a Northeast Ohio favorite, Cleveland Pickle Fest! And we’ve cracked Chowhound.com’s Top 5, ranked as the fourth best pickle festival in the country! Read the full article here. Cleveland Pickle Fest is a celebration of all things pickles and volunteerism! It’s…
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Last month, Charlotte Petrie, our Experience Corps Program Manager, and I traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for Greater Cleveland Volunteers and the thousands of people we engage and support each year. With support from many of our partners and local leaders from across the region, we met with congressional offices to share what national…
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