POINTS OF LIGHT FOUNDATION
Points of Light | Creating a Global Culture of Civic Engagement
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Points of Light
Points of Light is an international nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to engaging millions of people and resources in solving serious social problems through voluntary service.
History
The organization was formed in 2007 by merging the Points of Light Foundation and Hands On Network. The Points of Light Foundation was established in 1990 to promote the spirit of volunteerism as described by U.S. President George H.W. Bush in his 1989 inaugural address, "I have spoken of a thousand points of light, of all the community organizations that are spread like stars throughout the Nation, doing good." The Foundation merged with the National Volunteer Center in 1991 to become the Points of Light Foundation and Volunteer Center National Network.
Activities
Points of Light inspires, equips, and mobilizes people to take action that changes the world. Through affiliates across 39 countries and partnerships with thousands of nonprofits and corporations, they engage more than 3.7 million volunteers in approximately 16.7 million hours of service each year. The organization supports local communities through disaster recovery efforts, corporate volunteer councils, and the recognition of volunteers through awards like the Daily Point of Light Award, which was also established by President George H.W. Bush.
Leadership and Governance
Natalye Paquin serves as the current CEO of Points of Light, succeeding Tracy Hoover and Michelle Nunn, who was a key figure in the organization's early phases. The organization's board includes prominent figures like Neil Bush, Pamela Norley, and others from diverse backgrounds across business and public service.
Impact
As the world's largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, Points of Light fosters a global community committed to kindness and societal cohesion. Their efforts aim to transform communities through the multiplication of small acts of kindness into a force of human kindness that transforms societies worldwide.
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News
Why just look for volunteer opportunities when you can build a global movement? 🌍 Today's #DailyPointofLight Award honoree, high school student Jin Park, turned a summer search for service into Voluntas Juvenium, a youth-led organization that's now mobilizing volunteers across 17 countries and six continents. What started as a simple idea to make volunteering more accessible has grown into a platform that’s logged 10,000+ hours of service. From removing 10,000 pounds of waste to tutoring students for 2,500+ hours, Jin and his network of 600 active volunteers are proving what’s possible when young people lead with purpose. Read his story and nominate a changemaker in your life as a Daily Point of Light. (fb)
Proud to partner with Delta Air Lines, a #PointsofLight25 Conference Platinum Sponsor, whose commitment to service spans from their own backyard to communities around the world. 🌍✈️ Delta understands that the actions of one can create a ripple effect for many, and that’s exactly the kind of impact we’re celebrating. Thank you for helping us elevate service, strengthen communities and drive people-powered change. Learn more about joining us June 3-6 in New Orleans: https://brnw.ch/21wSSl6 (fb)
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We create products and services that help volunteers nonprofitsNGOs and corporations maximize their impact. Points of Light reports and toolkits share best practices and innovative ideas to equip individuals and organizations to make a difference. We connect great minds and awaken communities so that together we evolve to address the worlds changing needs. At the core of our philosophy is the belief that the most powerful force in the world is the individual who has realized their power to do good.
