The need for a volunteer force to instruct the numerous illiterates in this country is discussed. It is proposed that as many literate adults as possible teach illiterates on a one-to-one basis and also assist them in finding better jobs. (CK)

Extensive planning by group process is important for establishing successful volunteer programs, as demonstrated by the process developed and tested in a number of demonstration programs nationwide. (SK)

Describes the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program, a volunteer program sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women. CASA volunteers oversee individual cases brought up for foster care or adoption, making sure that the system operates as fairly as possible and that everything is done to establish a permanent home for the child.…

The role of the volunteer in the classroom is discussed. Recruitment of volunteers is considered and roles of volunteers are outlined, including areas such as individual instruction and organization of special activities. (PHR)

Examines some of the issues that came out of a three-day national conference sponsored by the National School Volunteer Program, Inc. (IRT)

Volunteer Maryland!, one of the national community service demonstration projects, was evaluated at 28 of 35 original host sites. Full-time trained volunteer coordinators had a significant impact on increasing the number of volunteers and on the quality of the programs. (SK)

Responses from 74 of 120 school districts in western states that had Partners in Education or volunteer programs showed that 30% had volunteer coordinators. Significant differences between districts with and without coordinators highlighted the importance of comprehensive volunteer management policies and districtwide coordination. (SK)

Responses from 534 of 1,183 current and former adult volunteer 4-H leaders in Indiana were used to develop a profile of typical volunteers. Continuing leaders had more children in 4-H, lived longer in the same location, spent less time per week volunteering, and were more positive about their individual club than were former leaders. (SK)

Between September 2001 and September 2002, more than 1 in 4 individuals performed volunteer activities. Women, students, and college graduates were most likely to volunteer. (Author)

The Youth Volunteer Corps of Canada promotes a lifelong service ethic while developing job-related skills. It is successful because it makes community service interesting and age appropriate, it treats youth volunteers with respect, and it meets real community needs. (SK)

Discussions with 35 older adults resulted in the following findings: (1) an historical perspective on volunteering; (2) identification of issues affecting seniors as volunteers; (3) creation of solution scenarios related to the issues; (4) establishment of conditions that would increase senior volunteerism; and (5) determination of the types of…

Provides a snapshot of situations that volunteers encounter and offers strategies used to balance the demands of volunteering, family, and work. Explains how situations encountered and strategies relate to volunteer satisfaction. (Contains 36 references.) (JOW)

This article reports on social workers' motivations to become field instructors. The findings from qualitative interviews indicate that current organizational culture has a powerful influence on social workers' motivations to volunteer to become field instructors. The implications of this shift are discussed in relation to rejuvenating the…

Describes the achievements of Frank Laubach, founder of Laubach Literacy International, pioneer of a pragmatic method of literacy instruction and advocate of volunteer literacy tutoring. Compares Laubach's ideas with those of Paulo Freire. (SK)

Many small-shop alumni directors with no-frills budgets have found volunteer alumni help worth the organizing efforts. Some creative ways that colleges and universities have found to inspire new interest among the uninvolved are described. (MLW)