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Tools and Resources Library
In the resource library, browse the hundreds of available resources or search by format, keyword, category, audience or type of resource. They are drawn from our current work, previous HandsOn Network, and Points of Light resource collections and our partner organizations.
How to Hold a Used Book Sale
A Helping Hand for the Rain Forest
Solar Powered Ovens
Recycling Renovation
Seeds of Kindness
Organize a Math and Science Club
Plant a Butterfly Garden
Installing Faucet Aerators
Lead a Compact Fluorescent Bulbs installation
Lead a Tree Planting Project
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Volunteers
Use your time, talent, money and voice to create change in your community.
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Nonprofits & Government
How your agency can effectively utilize the talents of people who serve…
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Companies
The Points of Light Corporate Institute is the go-to resource for community-minded companies looking to build and expand effective employee volunteer programs.
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HandsOn Action Centers
HandsOn Volunteer Action Centers put people at the center of change, delivering high-impact programming in more than 200 communities worldwide.
Tools and Resources
If you are interested in topics such as community engagement, volunteer management and nonprofit capacity building, check out Points of Light’s many opportunities for online learning.

We have classes available 24/7, for you to take at your own pace.

We have classes available 24/7, for you to take at your own pace.

Points of Light has partnered with Kansas State University to create a unique opportunity to sharpen your community leadership skills. The Community-Engaged Leadership Certificate is a 12 credit-hour course during which students will have the opportunity to bridge theory and hands-on experience.

Check out our training calendar to register for live instructor-led classes. You can also browse hundreds of our previous recorded sessions at Points of Light’s Learning Center.

Sign up for eVolve, a monthly newsletter which includes topics on the latest training trends and provides electronic technical assistance on related topics.
The Leadership Faculty expands our capacity to provide training, through leadership and consulting services.


The Readiness Roadmap is an excellent diagnostic tool to assess organizational readiness and prepare to successfully engage in skills-based volunteering.
Click here to navigate skills-based volunteering.