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2025 National Extension Conference on Volunteerism

April 22-24, 2025, Portland, Maine

logo type for National Extension Conference on VolunteerismThe University of Maine, the flagship campus of the University of Maine System and University of Maine Cooperative Extension, is happy to host the 2025 National Extension Conference on Volunteerism.

The National Extension Conference on Volunteerism (NECV) is an opportunity for sharing and learning with colleagues from around the country who are interested in the latest trends and research in volunteerism. Featuring innovative ideas for reaching new volunteers and best practices for developing and retaining volunteers, NECV is focused on improving volunteer management efforts for Extension professionals. Conference participants will gather tools and skills through interactive sessions and networking with colleagues while developing plans to utilize these new resources in their own programs.

The 2025 National Extension Conference on Volunteerism will highlight programs from Extension. Hope you enjoy the event and stay in Portland, Maine!

Please note that an early bird registration will soon be available. Stay tuned!

Questions?

Logistics, Registration, Maine specific:
Jen Lobley, jennifer.lobley@maine.edu

Call for Proposals, Presenters, Educational sessions:
Marisa Coyne, macoyne@ucanr.edu

Other General Conference:
Gemma Miner, gmminer@ucanr.edu

Interested in hosting the 2027 National Extension Conference on Volunteerism in your state?

Check Out: 2027 NECV Host State Bid Information