Coming together for our communities (and in person, too!)
Learning, networking and collaboration: We are thrilled to share that the 2022 Maine Volunteer Leadership Conference will be held in person this year.
Mark those calendars for Nov. 18, 2022 -- the date of this year's conference. Please note: Due to scheduling conflicts with presenters, we have rescheduled from the original date of Oct. 11, 2022.
Volunteer Maine is thrilled to announce that Diane Lesbon, CEO of Evergreen Philanthropy and Volunteer Maine Commissioner, is this year's keynote speaker! Lesbon's presentation will focus on the financial value of volunteers.
Registration is open!
- Date: Fri. Nov. 18, 2022
- Venue: University of Maine Hutchinson Center, 80 Belmont Ave, Belfast, ME 04915
- Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Registration fee: $100
Use the links below to view information on sessions and presenters.
Agenda
8:00 am – 9:00 am: Registration Opens
9:00 am – 9:45 am : Welcome and Keynote: Diane Lebson
10:00 am – 11: 15 am : Session 1
11:15 am – 12:00 pm: Networking
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:15 pm : Session 2
2:30 pm – 3:45 pm : Session 3
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm : Expert Panel
4:45 pm – 5:00 pm : Closeout
- 2022 sponsorship opportunities
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Help us make the most of the state’s only educational event focused on engaging citizens in volunteer service!
This past year has decimated the volunteer force and we are excited to be able to support volunteer managers and nonprofits so they can better serve our communities.
After 2 years of a virtual event, we will finally be holding the conference in person again.
Why support MVLC?
- Help local nonprofit leaders get in-state professional development
- Show your support for volunteer programs in Maine
- Exposure to professionals all over the state
- Find volunteer opportunities and connections for your employees
Frequently asked questions
How many people are you expecting to attend the conference? We are expecting between 200 – 250 attendees.
Is this only open to volunteer managers? No, anyone who works with volunteers or wants to work with volunteers is encouraged to attend.
Options to support
Option 1 (2 opportunities): $5,000
- Logo on Volunteer Maine website event page
- Logo on promotional materials
- Thank you post on Volunteer Maine social media (3)
- Logo on sponsorship board Logo on conference hand outs (day of)
- Logo on event signage
- Your company’s promotional materials in conference hand out materials
- Your company’s signage at the conference
- Speaking opportunity during conference
Option 2: $2,000
- Logo on Volunteer Maine website event page
- Logo on promotional materials
- Thank you post on Volunteer Maine social media (2)
- Logo on sponsorship board Logo on conference hand outs (day of)
- Logo on event signage
- Your company’s promotional materials in conference hand out materials
Option 3: $1,000
- Logo on Volunteer Maine website event page
- Logo on promotional materials
- Thank you post on Volunteer Maine social media (2)
- Logo on sponsorship board
- Logo on conference hand outs (day of)
Option 4: $500
- Logo on Volunteer Maine website event page
- Logo on promotional materials
- Thank you on Volunteer Maine social media (1)
- Logo on sponsorship board
Ready to contribute? Have questions?
Please reach out to Kelsey Preecs, Program Officer for Volunteer Sector Initiatives, via email at Kelsey.Preecs@maine.gov for next steps or more information.
Spread the word!
You can help make people aware of sponsorship opportunities by sharing our conference sponsorship one-pager. Use the link below to access and download the document.
About Maine Volunteer Leadership Conference
Since 1986, organizers of Maine community volunteer efforts have gathered to learn, network, and share thought-provoking discussions from regional and national leaders in the volunteer sector.
The Maine Volunteer Leadership Conference (MVLC) is Maine’s only statewide educational event focused on engaging citizens in volunteer service. Typically held in October, the conference annually attracts between 250 and 300 volunteer managers.