Volunteers in Police Service

Introduction to the VIPS Resource Library

Volunteers in Police Service — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

This month?s podcast will introduce you to one of the VIPS Program?s richest sources of information ? the VIPS Resource Library. Listen to hear more about what you can find or add to this valuable volunteer management tool.

Celebrating 10 Years of VIPS

Volunteers in Police Service — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

We are pleased to announce that the Volunteers in Police Service program will celebrate its tenth anniversary in 2012! Listen to this month?s podcast for information on how you can help us recognize this milestone year.

Volunteers Prevent Crime and Spread Holiday Cheer

Volunteers in Police Service — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

The holidays are an exciting and busy time for shoppers and retailers, but they can also be a busy time for criminals. Law enforcement volunteers play important roles in preventing crime and keeping the holidays festive. Listen to this podcast to hear examples from the Henrico County, Virginia, Division of Police and Lakewood, Colorado, Police Department.

Publication Release Podcast

Volunteers in Police Service — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500

This month?s podcast takes you inside VIPS newest resource, Volunteers in Police Service Add Value While Budgets Decrease. Learn more about the publication, listen to volunteer profiles from the Eugene, Oregon, Police Department; Chandler,� Arizona, Police Department; and Boise, Idaho, Police Department, and find out how to request a copy.

This October, Celebrate Safe Communities

Volunteers in Police Service — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

The desire to keep communities safe and crime low is a primary reason individuals get involved in VIPS programs. October is Crime Prevention Month, a time to celebrate this passion for public safety with your volunteers and the community at large. Listen to the latest podcast for ideas.

National Preparedness Month: Are Your Volunteers Ready?

Volunteers in Police Service — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400

National Preparedness Month is a great time to remind your volunteers, coworkers, and communities of the importance of preparing an emergency kit , making a communication plan, and staying informed about potential disasters. Listen to this month?s podcast for tips and resources.

Law Enforcement, Schools, and VIPS Partner to Keep Students Safe

Volunteers in Police Service — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400

These days, budgets are tight for both schools and law enforcement agencies, so many are teaming up to share resources and develop volunteer programs to enhance school safety. Listen to the latest podcast for program ideas and resources.

Volunteers Assist in Keeping Waterways Safe

Volunteers in Police Service — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400

With summer upon us, lakes, pools, and beaches are filling up with those ready to relax, have fun, and beat the heat. Yet with this increased activity out on the water, comes a greater risk for accidents and crime to occur. Find out how the Clearwater, Florida, Police Department and Winona County, Minnesota, Sheriff?s Office use volunteers to maintain safety in and around waterways.

Disaster Planning for VIPS Programs

Volunteers in Police Service — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Kick off hurricane season by making or updating your disaster volunteer plan. Listen to this month?s podcast for tips from VIPS and the Coral Springs, Florida, Police Department.

How to Keep Good Volunteers: Volunteer Manager Perspectives on Retention

Volunteers in Police Service — Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Keeping experienced volunteers is a priority for agencies. In this podcast, volunteer managers share their secrets, ideas, and philosophies on volunteer retention.