About Us

History

The Colby Volunteer Center was founded after sororities and fraternities were disbanded by President Cotter in 1984. Colby students wanted an outlet where they could be actively involved with their community.

General Information

The CVC is a campuswide umbrella organization. Each year it expands, adding new members and programs to its roster.  There are more than ten programs available to participate in, including opportunities for playing with shelter animals, cooking meals for the homeless, working with hospital patients, adopting a grandmother, reading to children, and much more.

Each program is run by a program leader who reports to the CVC directors and assistant directors.  The program leaders are also responsible for helping with publicity for other volunteer events, recruitment and retention of volunteers, and volunteer recognition.

In addition to ongoing programs, students can also volunteer on a one-time basis.  The CVC plans two major community events, the Halloween Extravaganza and Colby Cares Day, fall and spring semester respectively.  Other smaller service days are organized throughout the year and are publicized online.

Mission

The Colby Volunteer Center exists to provide each member of the Colby community with the opportunity to have a positive influence on the lives of others through volunteerism in the greater Waterville area. The CVC aims to increase awareness of the importance of volunteer work as a social responsibility as well as a form of self-development and education.