Volunteer Management Association of Western Michigan
Promoting excellence in volunteer management through education, networking, and resource sharing.
Our Mission
Excellence in Volunteer Management
Volunteer Management Association of Western Michigan (VMAWM) exists to enable persons who manage volunteers or volunteer programs, to advocate for volunteerism, and to provide management enrichment.
VMAWM History
The Volunteer Management Association of Western Michigan was formed in 1975 by Jo Kelly who was the first President. VMAWM was incorporated as a non-profit organization in April 1981.
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Jennifer Conley
Volunteer & Internship Manager, John Ball Zoo
Dawn Kaltenberg-Vanhorn
Title, Grand Rapids Urban League
Kayla Herold
Volunteer Manager, Meals On Wheels Western Michigan
Kristen Gravelle
Volunteer Coordinator, North Kent Connect
Emily Murphy
Senior Volunteer Center Specialist, Heart of West Michigan United Way
Often we are the only ones in our roles at our organizations. It is great to have a group of people that understand. The round table conversations are my favorite. I always leave with a new idea!