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Our Mission

To advance and serve the Volunteer Resources Management profession in the New York City area.

Our Vision

NYAVA is a professional association that collaborates with not-for-profit, education and government communities and is an important resource for Leaders of Volunteer Engagement.

Event poster for NYAVA's virtual Brown Bag Breakfast on January 15, 2026, from 9:30am to 10:45am, with information about meeting board members, fellow NYAVA members, guest members, exploring benefits, and sharing challenges, including a photograph of a busy train station interior at the bottom.

January Brown Bag Breakfast

“It’s Your Professional Association”

Thursday, January 15, 2026

9:30 am - 10:45 am

Virtual

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Congratulations to the

2025 President Circle Scholarship Recipients

Celebratory graphic with congratulatory message for NYAVA Presidents' Circle Scholarship recipients, including photos of Griffen Frey, Nick Lockyer, and Maureen Roche, with the NYAVA logo and motto.

NYAVA Celebrates International Volunteer Manager Day

November 5, 2025

A collage of nine colorful posters celebrating International Volunteer Managers Day on November 5, 2025. The central poster has a green background with confetti and announces the event with the message "IT'S HERE! HAPPY INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER MANAGERS DAY!" The surrounding posters feature quotes and messages about volunteering, change, and leadership, with some including photos of diverse individuals.
Event flyer for NYAVA Virtual event on December 2, 2025 from 9:30 to 10:45 am, with fireworks graphics and details about reflections on 2025 and aspirations for 2026, hosted by the New York Association for Volunteer Administration.

December Brown Bag Breakfast

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

9:30 am - 10:45 am

Virtual

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Annual Members Meeting

Wednesday November 12th

10:30 am - 11:30 am

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Flyer for the NYAVA annual members meeting and workshop on November 12, 2025, featuring a photo of speaker Beth Steinhorn, with event details, learning objectives, and registration website.

Annual Members Meeting Workshop

Wednesday November 12th

11:45 am - 1:00 pm

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Busy train station interior with people walking, a central clock, and multiple levels with shops and ticket machines.