Training & Workshops
As a leader in volunteerism and effective volunteer management, HOSC serves 44 towns and villages in the Northwest Suburbs. We actively drive change to meet the needs of underserved and marginalized individuals and families. We support our volunteers, communities, and partners by providing collaboration opportunities, resources, tools, and robust support systems.
We actively listen, gather information, identify community needs and gaps, and share information. Our agility allows us to deliver the most relevant and impactful services to our community, partners, volunteers, and neighbors. Additionally, we offer annual training sessions and workshops on critical topics for nonprofits, ensuring they are well-equipped to serve effectively.
NOTE: HOSC Community Partners – organizations that have paid the annual agency fee – receive complimentary/discounted admission to our training as a benefit of their membership.
Webinars
Eunice Lin Co-CEO of CoGenerate
Co-generational Collaboration: The Secret Sauce to High-Impact Volunteerism
Wednesday, March 26 at 12 p.m. CDT
As our communities become more multigenerational, nonprofit organizations have a unique opportunity to harness the skills, perspectives, and energy of people across generations. But how do you create a volunteer program that truly benefits from this rich mix of experience and fresh ideas?
Join us for this engaging webinar where we’ll explore the power of co-generation—bringing different generations together to enhance service impact, strengthen community bonds, and drive meaningful change.
In this session, you’ll:
✅ Learn key generational trends and insights
✅ Hear real-life examples of co-generation in action
✅ Get practical strategies to foster collaboration across age groups
✅ Discover how to address generational dynamics and create an inclusive volunteer space
You’ll walk away with fresh ideas and inspiration on how to build a multigenerational, creative, and effective volunteer team that makes a real difference.
Plus, there will be time for Q&A, so bring your questions!
HOSC offers webinars at no cost, thanks to the Volunteer Generation Fund Grant from AmeriCorps and generous sponsors. In the future, organizations that are not partners will pay a small fee.
Networking Groups & Communities of Practice
Are you interested in discovering innovative ideas and best practices for engaging volunteers? Have you ever wanted to discuss common challenges and solutions with your peers? Would you like to connect with other volunteer leaders and experts in the field? If you answered yes, then HOSC has the perfect opportunity for you!
We’ve launched a Volunteer Engagement Community of Practice (CoP). This group of volunteer management professionals meets quarterly to exchange strategies, address concerns, discuss trends, and share best practices. It’s a supportive environment where members can share information, experiences, and resources and build a valuable peer network.
If you’re an organization leader or staff member who manages volunteers and seeks to enhance your impact through volunteer power, join us at our next meeting. Connect with outstanding professionals from our community and take your volunteer engagement to the next level!
Volunteer Engagement Networking Group
Dates:
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Location:
Arlington Heights Senior Center
1801 W. Central Road
Arlington Heights