People Making a Difference (PMD) Information

People Making a Difference (PMD) organizes one-time, hands-on volunteer projects for individuals and partners with businesses to promote community involvement+ PMD has engaged 10,250+ volunteers and 53 for-profit and public business partners, executing 1,300+ service projects helping 154 partner charities, of which 89% cannot operate their own volunteer programs. PMD provides high quality volunteer experiences that make a real difference to local charities. Community Service Projects - PMD’s well planned projects engage 500 volunteers/yr in meaningful, hands-on work that effectively meets real needs and educates volunteers about the context of their work. Participants consistently feel energized and motivated from making a difference via PMD. Corporate Community Involvement - PMD partners with businesses to identify clear objectives and then to develop appropriate employee volunteer opportunities. Involvement ranges from research and project development to all planning and full-service execution, so that employers need only recruit participants. PMD offers expertise and convenience. 2023 corp partners include Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA, Mayo Clinic + Johnson&J JOIN THE BOARD PMD seeks qualified candidates for its Board of Directors, which directs and governs the organization. Nominations are being accepted for 3-year terms on a rolling basis. PMD is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in any of these areas: -Finance/Bookkeeping (see https://www.mscpaonline.org/news_and_resources/volunteer_opportunities/513/view) -Organizational and Communications Skills -Resource Development Experience and Skills -Web Site Development -Talent Acquisition Potential candidates should become acquainted with PMD's typical work by volunteering for a PMD project. Then send your resume and a description of your professional and community activities to Lori@pmd.org. Indicate why you are interested in serving on PMD’s Board and your relevant skills & experience.