Points of Light

Volunteerism is more than an act of service. It is a way to build connection, strengthen communities and live for something bigger than ourselves. Through the Dallas Good Neighbor Guide, #DailyPointofLight Award honoree and Corporate Service Council Member Sarah Steinmann is turning everyday acts of care into a movement for stronger, more connected communities. With more than 50 accessible ways to take action, she is showing Dallas residents that meaningful service can fit into anyone’s life. “I think we’re at our best when we’re living for things that are bigger than us. In an age and time when there’s a lot of loneliness and isolation, volunteering and serving others can really put you in a position to be in community and be connected to other people.” Sarah’s story is a reminder that making a difference does not have to start with something big. It starts with showing up. Read more about her story and nominate a volunteer for a Daily Point of Light award today! https://lnkd.in/eGQdzrrt

The 2026 Lowe's Companies, Inc. Community Impact Grant Recipients are here. 🛠️ Through Lowe’s, communities across the country receive funding and hands-on support to renovate and restore the nonprofit spaces that bring people together. From community centers to parks and food pantries, these projects help create stronger places to live, serve, and belong. Congratulations to this year’s recipients. Read more about the projects making an impact in communities nationwide. https://lnkd.in/g-9ipMCQ

A commitment to service is one of America's ensuring strengths. In a new op-ed for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, our board member Eric Tanenblatt reflects on the power of volunteering and how it can keep shaping our culture into the future. He reminds us that ordinary people have strengthened our communities and culture through service and civic engagement. As Points of Light looks to the future, we're leading a movement to double volunteering in the U.S. by 2035. We're creating pathways to make it easier for everyone to engage. Investing in service today will help build a more connected, resilient country and society for years to come. Thank you, Eric, for your leadership and sharing this inspiring opinion. Read the full op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/eAY3zcKA

Creating connection starts with taking the first step. #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Annie Smith saw an opportunity to bring colleagues together through service at Pacific Life a 2026 #TheCivic50 honoree, and turned one volunteer event into a thriving culture of community impact. As Community Champion for Pacific Life's Lynchburg site, Annie organizes nearly two volunteer events each month, mobilizing employees to support causes ranging from food insecurity and animal welfare to environmental protection and health initiatives. By bringing virtual coworkers together to serve, she's strengthening both her community and her workplace, inspiring others to volunteer alongside her family, friends and neighbors. Read more about her story and discover the impact of employee volunteerism. Nominate an outstanding employee for a Daily Point of Light award today. https://lnkd.in/eGKU4fPA

Purpose grows when companies empower employees to lead. #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Mike Turian is doing just that at Hasbro a 2026 #TheCivic50 honoree, by turning a passion for gaming into life changing support for children and families. More than a decade ago, Mike stepped in to lead Wizards of the Coast's Extra Life fundraising efforts to ensure support for Seattle Children's continued. Under his leadership, the initiative has grown from raising $47,000 annually to more than $650,000 each year, contributing to over $10 million raised overall. His leadership through Extra Life led to an invitation to join the Safe Crossings Foundation board in 2019. Today, as Board President, he helps advance the organization's mission to ensure children grieving the loss of a loved one have access to the support they need. Mike shares, "Grief in our society is something that’s not really talked about or embraced. There’s more of a “move on” mentality. So Safe Crossings is there to recognize this need, and hopefully have a lasting impact." Mike believes meaningful change starts with individual action. He encourages others to follow their passions, take the first step and remember that even small efforts can grow into lasting impact. As he puts it, "You are important, and your actions do matter." Read more about his story and discover the impact of employee volunteerism. Nominate an outstanding employee for a Daily Point of Light award today. https://lnkd.in/eei76_Jy

This year, we're bringing forward two conversations to SXSW that explore a common question: How can we build a more connected, resilient future? Community voting for SXSW PanelPicker is now open, August 5th-23rd. One session led by CEO Jennifer Sirangelo explores why volunteering is essential civic infrastructure that can help address loneliness, rebuild trust, and foster a stronger sense of belonging. The other, led by Chief Program and Impact Officer Vanessa Diamond, looks at how companies can strengthen both workplace and community culture through volunteerism and corporate philanthropy. 🗳️ Vote for our sessions: • Company Culture Starts in the Community: https://lnkd.in/eY4yWEaX • Rebuilding America Through Volunteerism: https://lnkd.in/eCh26rCr #VolunteeringChangesEverything

Speaking up saved her baby’s life. Now #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Amanda Braverman-Brohn is helping other families do the same. With her foundation Moving Forward Foundation, Amanda has spent nearly two decades helping families and healthcare professionals recognize the signs that can save lives. Her foundation has helped advance fetal movement education and stillbirth prevention through advocacy, education and community partnerships In a recent feature with PEOPLE Magazine | PEOPLE.com Amanda shares the importance of her work: “You guys feel like you’re saving a baby, but you have to remember it’s not just a baby,” Bravernman-Brohn remembers Aiden, her son, saying. “You’re saving somebody’s brother and somebody’s best friend.” Read more about Amanda’s story on the Daily Point of Light blog and check out her full feature with People Magazine🤍 https://ow.ly/6Kwh50Zv5Tf

Congratulations to Points of Light President & CEO Jennifer Sirangelo for being named to 2026 The NonProfit Times Power & Influence Top 50! Jennifer's belief that everyone has unique gifts to give and every person can experience the life-changing benefits of volunteering has shaped not only our organization, but the larger social impact space. At Points of Light, we know volunteering is a critical lever to empower individuals, strengthen communities and heal our society. Jennifer's passion has inspired an entire cross-sector movement to double volunteering by 2035. Join us in congratulating Jennifer for this wonderful recognition!

Service has the power to inspire others to take action. #DailyPointofLight Award honoree Brian Blowers has spent more than 30 years at Phillips 66 leading by example and encouraging colleagues to make a difference in their communities. From supporting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Habitat for Humanity and United Way to volunteering with the Houston Food Bank, Target Hunger and West Houston Assistance Ministries, Brian has dedicated his time to causes that strengthen communities. As Brian says, "I still believe people can be positive and help each other." Through his leadership at Phillips 66 and beyond, he continues to show how employee volunteerism creates lasting impact. Read more about his story and discover the impact of employee volunteerism. Nominate an outstanding employee for a Daily Point of Light award today! https://lnkd.in/gU-ytTbb

Strong communities are built by people who choose to give back. At Total Quality Logistics, that commitment is part of the company's culture. In 2025, 1,950 employees volunteered more than 8,400 hours, while 79% supported charitable causes, contributing to more than $4.5 million in annual giving. For TQL CEO Kerry Byrne, the recognition is really about the people behind it: "This recognition from Points of Light and the Civic 50 reflects our people. At TQL, our employees care about their communities and give their time and energy to make a real difference where they live and work." We're proud to recognize Total Quality Logistics as a 2026 #TheCivic50 honoree, Category Leader in Planning & Evaluation, and Sector Leader for Industrials. Their employee-driven approach to community engagement demonstrates the lasting impact businesses can make by empowering people to serve where they live and work.