Volunteer Administrators of Southwestern Pennsylvania

10/06/2025

Answering the question "What does your organization do?" isn't as easy as reciting our organization's mission. Join VASP Thursday, Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. as we welcome professional speaker Charlie Krebs as to workshop effective elevator speeches that deliver results.

Come prepared with your ideas and questions, and be ready to confidently promote your organization!

SPEAKER BIO
Charlie Krebs is a professional speaker and speaking coach whose forte is helping leaders master soft skills and communicate at deeper, more meaningful levels. A tenured professor of communication and theatre for 22 years at two Wisconsin universities, he taught public speaking, interpersonal, and business communication, while coaching hundreds of students. Charlie has coached more than 70 TEDx speakers, delivered two TEDx talks himself, and trained corporate and nonprofit executives to forge authentic connections with their audiences. Now based in Pittsburgh, he serves as Vice President of the local chapter of the National Speakers Association and is a member of Toastmasters International. His coaching helps speakers create engaging purpose, develop passionate presence, and present with confident power.

02/17/2025

Today's Evolving DEI Landscape in Nonprofits: What We Can and Should Do

Nonprofits play a crucial role in fostering inclusive communities, but how can we ensure that DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) efforts are more than just words?
Join us Thursday, Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. as we welcome Tessa Chafin, Manager of Diversity, Belonging, and University Training at Point Park University, for an insightful discussion on:

✅ Key DEI initiatives in the nonprofit sector
✅ Challenges nonprofits face in today’s evolving landscape
✅ Actionable strategies to create meaningful change

Originally from West Virginia, Tessa Chafin brings a deep appreciation for community and belonging to their work. She holds a master’s degree in College Student Development with a specialization in Appalachian Culture and Social Justice, which informs her approach to fostering inclusive spaces. As the Manager of Diversity, Belonging, and University Training at Point Park University, she is committed to creating environments where authenticity, respect, and equity thrive. With a passion for student engagement and advocacy, she strives to empower individuals and strengthen the campus community.

03/29/2023

Contact VASP at [email protected] for a Zoom link to attend virtually, or attend in person at Wesley Family Services, 221 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221.

01/05/2023

VASP Vice President Karen Clark was the well deserving recipient of last years EVIE Award. Pictured is Karen receiving her award in October. Congratulations and thank you, Karen, for exemplifying top notch volunteer leadership.

10/24/2022

Feeling overwhelmed or mentally exhausted? Join VASP speaker, Marcia Hale, as she helps give helpful tips to guide you through the struggles. This presentation, brought to you by VASP, will be Thursday, October 27 from 4:00 PM- 5:30 PM.

09/05/2022

AL!VE - the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement - is accepting nominations for their Impact Award. Consider nominating a fellow VASP member or other colleague (or yourself!) for this award.

04/25/2022

04/14/2022

We hope to see you there!

11/18/2021

The job description and application details can be found here: https://us61e2.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/car/Posting/View/3741.

Feel free to share this opportunity with anyone you know of who may be interested in it.

10/21/2021

The virtual Dec. 9-10 MAVA conference highlights the connection between racism and other volunteerism barriers, such as ableism, ageism, homophobia and antisemitism. For more information or to register, visit https://www.mavanetwork.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=286912&module_id=484644

10/07/2021

Interested in participating in our Mentorship Program? Please complete a mentor or mentee form so we can best match up mentors and mentees:
Mentor form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XwwIgLhoVW45sB4dRqafli72mBLfLInAAbXoVyR4WnI/edit?usp=sharing
Mentee form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1T12MA9WunSWruFB3xGZ-gM_ZCo_jnFNlwDwwBKUKMXA/edit?usp=sharing