Sycom GM RSS feed generatorFri, 20 Nov 2009 13:18:16 GMThttp://voa.org/default.aspxCopyright 2009en-usFri, 20 Nov 2009 19:40:04 GMT1http://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Help-the-Homeless-Walkaton.aspxCharles W. Gould, National President and CEO of Volunteers of America, will join tens of thousands of walkers taking part in the 22nd Annual Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Walkathon on Saturday, Nov. 21 in Washington DC. Volunteers of America Chesapeake President and CEO Russ Snyder will join the effort as well.Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:18:16 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Aging-with-Options--An-Unprecedented-Challenge--A-Sustainable-Response.aspxThe number of Americans age 65 and older is expected to double in the next 20 years. To meet the needs of this rapidly expanding senior population, our Aging with Options initiative aims to provide a spectrum of services for older people.Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:16:23 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Thrift-Stores--Quality-and-value-in-times-of-uncertainty.aspxThe recent economic downturn has forced people to rethink their buying habits, and more importantly, their retail establishments. Long known for a variety of goods at more attractive prices, Volunteers of America thrift shops are providing consumers what they need as they tighten their belts during this financial crunch.Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:11:37 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Action-Team-Player-Named-Man-of-the-Year.aspxCurtis Granderson, Detroit <A href=" http://www.voa.org/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Action-Team.aspx">Action Team</A> player, was named the Marvin Miller Man of the Year. This award is given to the player whose on-field and off-field performance most inspires others to higher levels of achievement, by displaying as much passion to give back to others as he shows on the baseball field. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:06:07 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Veterans-Day-Serving-Those-Who-Served-Us.aspxWe are one of the leading organizations in the country providing supportive services and housing tailored to the needs of America's veterans. We provide mental health counseling and other programs aimed at helping veterans deal with the stress that comes when facing redeployment or adjusting to civilian life. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:01:22 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Action-Team-Players-Head-to-the-World-Series.aspxFor the second straight year, Shane Victorino, Ryan Howard, Jimmy Rollins and J.C. Romero of the Philadelphia Phillies - long-time participants in the national <A href=" http://www.voa.org/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Action-Team.aspx">Action Team</A> program - are among the roster of Major Leaguers playing in the World Series.Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:08:57 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Our-National-Network-of-Services.aspxSupporting and empowering millions of people in need requires a tightly knit network with a common goal. With 38 offices covering more than 400 communities, our ministry of service extends across the country to help those who need us most reach their full potential.Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:20:26 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/September-11th--A-National-Day-of-Service-and-Remembrance.aspxVolunteers of America teamed up with an alliance of service leaders from across the country to mark September 11th as a new National Day of Service and Remembrance. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:23:33 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Back_to_School_Time.aspxAs students head back to school, Volunteers of America is working to provide the services and resources children need to be prepared and ready to learn. Operation Backpack provides donated school supplies and book bags to children whose families can't afford them.Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:24:19 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/From_the_Streets_to_the_Playing_Field.aspxFive formerly homeless men, who are working their way back to the mainstream thanks to Sacramento's Mather Community Campus program, were among the six members of Sacramento's <A href="http://www.streetsoccerusa.org/" target=_blank>Street Soccer</A> USA Cup 2009 team, which competed in Washington, D.C this past July.Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:40:10 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Volunteers-of-America-National-President-and-CEO-Named-One-of-the-50-Most-Influential-Philanthropic-.aspxVolunteers of America President and CEO Charles W. Gould has been named by NonProfit Times to its 2009 "Power & Influence Top 50" - a respected and coveted listing of the most influential leaders at work in American philanthropy. This is the fifth consecutive year Gould has been included on the annual list.Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:39:27 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Top-Nonprofit-Owner-of-Affordable-Housing.aspxVolunteers of America has been named the top nonprofit owner and one of the leading nonprofit developers of affordable housing in the United States by Affordable Housing Finance magazine.Sun, 06 Sep 2009 22:29:11 GMThttp://voa.org/Media-Center/News-Events/Boomer_Bust.aspxOn June 8, Volunteers of America hosted a panel discussion at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. on the future of senior care in America. Volunteers of America National President Charles W. Gould was joined on the panel by Newt Gingrich, Tom Daschle and cultural anthropologist Mary Catherine Bateson. The discussion explored the health care needs our nation faces as baby boomers grow older in record numbers. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:51:31 GMT