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It’s been a busy quarter for JJoy Foundation and we’re excited to share the latest news with you. We’ve made great progress in Cambodia, hit major milestones in Nepal and Malawi, celebrated Volunteer Month and more!  Here’s what has been happening over the past few months: <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>  During this quarter JJoy sent not 1, not 2, but 3 …

Our final THANK YOU of Volunteer Month goes out to three individuals who have gone that extra mile - Dennis, Ernie, and Kaitlyn. They have Spread Joy to countless volunteers, donors, supporters and, yes, even strangers. Their self-motivation to recruit new volunteers, set up individual and group fundraisers and advocate for the cause has made …

Our next Volunteer Month shout out goes to the Dynamic Duo of Jenny and Kyle. After joining our first team to Cambodia, they dove all in. Their passion for helping others led them decide to become team leaders, to organize fundraising events, and to advocate for the cause. They have played an integral role on …

We would be remiss if we did not recognize our Volunteer Board of Directors during National Volunteer Month! Allen, Emily and Tricia are the driving force behind JJoy's strategy and programming. They use their varied experiences and perspectives to brainstorm unique approaches and their skills to put those ideas into action. Thank you, Board Members, …

As we continue celebrating National Volunteer Month, a big THANK YOU goes out to JJoy's first volunteer teacher assistant. Danette spent a week working with teachers and students in Cambodia before also contributing to the construction of a new home. We are grateful for her enthusiasm to try out this new (to us) program and …

Today's volunteer shout out goes to our amazing volunteer George! George has been ardently involved with JJoy from its start - as a volunteer, an advocate, a donor and, most recently, as our latest Team Leader to Cambodia where he led a 3-generation family build. He's also planning to join our next team in Upper …

From communications and fundraising to graphics, media and beyond, our Volunteer Advisors have generously shared their passion and dedication for nonprofit work with JJoy and have been instrumental in our success. They help us engage our community in every way and we cannot thank them enough! It's true that it takes a village, and we're …

Volunteer Month celebrations continue as we recognize our first JJoy Team Leader. As an experienced volunteer leader, Chuck's skills (and patience!) were invaluable as JJoy began our volunteer program. Not only did he recruit an amazing team in 2024, he'll be returning later this year to impact even more families in Cambodia. Thank you, Chuck, …

Today, as a part of National Volunteer Month, we are celebrating our intrepid JJoy Nepal Volunteers! These two teams travelled and volunteered in Upper Mustang, where the windy mountain roads and unheated guesthouses didn't phase them. We are grateful for their passion for helping others and willingness to try something new! We have now served …