About Volunteer Waterloo Region

Connecting People - Strengthening Communities

Since 1984, Volunteer Waterloo Region has been the central hub for volunteerism in our community—connecting people with meaningful opportunities and strengthening the impact of local organizations. As one of many volunteer centres across the province and country, we champion volunteerism by promoting best practices, advancing learning in the nonprofit sector, and supporting individuals and organizations on their volunteer journeys.

Today, we proudly support more than 160 charities and nonprofits across Waterloo Region, representing sectors such as arts and culture, health, social services, education, and the environment. These organizations—and the volunteers who power them—help make our community a place where people want to live, work, and raise families.

Volunteer Waterloo Region continues to lead with innovation in the social service sector. We advocate for the value of volunteerism through technology, partnerships, and evolving programs that respond to community needs.

We promote, engage, connect, and coach—bringing together people and purpose to build a more resilient, welcoming Waterloo Region.

Territorial Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that the land on which Volunteer Waterloo Region works and provides services is in the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishnaabe, and Chonnonton. We acknowledge the enduring presence of the Indigenous people with whom we share this land, their achievements, and their contributions to our community. We offer this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples of Canada.

2024/2025 Board of Directors

Chair– Laurie Crocker
Vice-Chair– Kyle Young
Treasurer – Jenn Hill
Past Chair – David Marsh
Board Member – Bryton Keyes
Board Member – Pamela Kant
Board Member – Saba Oji
Board Member – Matt Teskey
Board Member – Peter Hoppe

Annual Report 2024-2025

Volunteer Waterloo Region Staff

Jane Hennig

Executive Director

Emily Vincent

Community Engagement

Cameron Tai

Communications Specialist

Mary McGuiness

Corporate Engagement

Get in Touch

Have a question about volunteering, membership, or how we can support your organization? We’re here to help. Reach out to Volunteer Waterloo Region and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.