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88 cents out of every dollar supports community services for people in need.
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Our mission
Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based
organization dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and
reach their full potential.
Through thousands of human service programs, including emergency shelter, transitional housing and substance abuse treatment, Volunteers of America helps nearly 2 million people in more than
400 communities. Since 1896, our ministry of service has supported and
empowered America's most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, seniors, homeless
individuals and families, people with disabilities, and those
recovering from addictions.
Our work touches the mind, body, heart —
and ultimately the spirit — of those we serve, integrating our deep
compassion with highly effective programs and services.
History
Founded in 1896 by social reformers Ballington and Maud
Booth, Volunteers of America was envisioned as a movement dedicated to “reaching and
uplifting” the American people.
On behalf of the organization,
the Booths pledged to “go wherever we are needed, and do whatever comes
to hand.” That declaration has guided Volunteers of America’s outreach
efforts ever since.
Sacramento's affiliate opens
Volunteers
of America came to Sacramento in 1911. Immediately, the agency's staff
focused their energies on providing food and clothing to the poor and
homeless.
Over the years, these services have expanded to meet
the diverse needs of the community, including families in transition, the mentally
ill, seniors, at-risk youth, and those with substance-abuse issues.
Our name
The
name Volunteers of America was selected when the organization was
founded more than 110 years ago. It signified that the organization was
comprised of people voluntarily choosing to help others.
Today, our services are delivered through a partnership of professional staff, volunteers, and other community supporters.
For additional questions regarding Volunteers of America Greater Sacramento & Northern Nevada, see our FAQs page, call us at 916.442.3691, or e-mail info@voa-sac.org.
For more information on Volunteers of America's history, visit the national office's home page at www.volunteersofamerica.org.
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