About Us
Since 1984, The Volunteer Action Centre (VAC) has provided connections and leadership in Waterloo Region to support the development of individuals and organizations through volunteerism. VAC provides a central hub for accessing current volunteer opportunities and shares best practices and continuous learning for professionals in the nonprofit sector.
OUR VISION – is of a Waterloo Region that is invested in volunteerism. OUR MISSION – is to provide regional leadership and expertise on volunteerism to increase participation, quality and diversity of volunteer experiences.This will be accomplished through programs, partnerships and services that aspire to these VALUES as the foundation.
We Collaborate – working together with local community benefit organizations, individuals, businesses, and schools to promote volunteerism for a more engaged Waterloo Region.
We are Helpful – we work diligently to understand the needs in our community and create valued links between those in need and those who can support them.
We are Inclusive – we actively accommodate individuals with barriers to involvement, respecting everyone.
Our Integrity is important to us – our actions are based on honesty, sincerity, and accountability.
2020/21 Board of Directors
President – Heather Rennie
Vice-President – David Marsh
Treasurer – Rachel Wagner
Secretary – Alison Boyd
Past Chair - Mary McGuinness
Board Member - Andrew Paylor
Board Member - Andrea Stratulat
Board Member - Nicole Hallman
Board Member - Kyle Young
Board Member - Bryton Keyes
Board Member - Jenn Hill