Honoring Our Volunteers at the Volunteer Appreciation Party
April 28, 2026
Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club
Volunteering
To become a volunteer -- like Joy or John -- please click the link below to complete our online Volunteer Application Form on Google Forms. After we read through your application, an Arc of Hanover staff person or Board member will help reach out to connect with you about opportunities. You will need to have a background check completed, which is standard practice for our organization.
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Types of Volunteer Opportunities, in general:
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Multiple-time commitment:
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​Program Support : Assist with our regularly occurring activities.
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Thrift Store: Regularly scheduled role at The Arc of Hanover Thrift Store (e.g., cash register, Saturday warehouse/donations receipt)​​
One-time commitment:
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​​Event Volunteer: Help us at a one-time program or fundraising event.
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​​​Office Assistance: Administrative help to follow up on phone calls, data entry projects, copying, schedules, etc.​​​
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​​Click on the link below to complete our Volunteer Application Form online. We will contact you to talk about areas of need or where you wish to begin in volunteering with us. Please ask for the tour if you're visiting the Thrift Store! You can become a volunteer only after a background check has been completed.
We are so excited to have you join us!
Volunteer Nominated for County Spirit of Purpose Award
Our very own Joy Shannon was nominated for Hanover County’s 2026 Spirit of Volunteerism Awards. We congratulate Joy in her nomination for the Spirit of Purpose Award, which recognizes adults between 31 and 59 for their steadfast dedication through meaningful acts of volunteer service. Joy's nomination read as follows:
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​"Joy Shannon has volunteered with The Arc of Hanover for more than two years, sharing her time, talents and heart to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She teaches art classes that foster creativity, confidence and connection and mentors new volunteers, helping them feel prepared and welcomed. Joy also contributes countless hours in the Thrift Store staging merchandise, organizing inventory, and assisting in the warehouse, which
which ensures The Arc's financial sustainability and supports programs that build skills for employment.
Joy's programs help participants develop independence, practical skills and self-assurance. Through her teaching and guidance, individuals grow in confidence and pursue opportunities for personal and professional development. Her leadership strengthens the organization by creating systems, mentorship structures and volunteer engagement for long-term success.
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Joy's commitment, compassion and reliability have left a lasting mark. Kim Thompson, the Store Manager at The Arc says, 'Through her dedication, generosity and willingness to always lend a helping hand, Joy truly embodies the spirit of volunteerism. She consistently supports The Arc of Hanover with enthusiasm and reliability, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.' Stacey Murrell, Executive Director, adds, 'Every aspect of The Arc of Hanover that Joy touches is left better because of her time, care and attention.'"
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Thank you, Joy, and congratulations!
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Photo: Volunteer Joy Shannon (left) poses for a selfie with Self-Advocate Volunteer John Morel (right).