Founders' Day VOA Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 4. Co-founders Maud and Ballington Booth stated, “We will go ______ we are needed, and do whatever work comes to hand.”
  2. 7. The original mission of VOA in 1896 was to "reach and ____ all people and bring them to the immediate knowledge and active service of God."
  3. 8. Our shared value that says that we conduct ourselves in a capable manner to benefit clients, colleagues and the communities we serve, whether or not such action brings us immediate personal satisfaction.
  4. 9. Providing a holiday dinner to those in need is a long-standing tradition of VOA’s. Today, we continue to provide these pieces of paper that supplement the grocery bills of individuals and families in our care, so that they can shop for and prepare a meal that is special to them.
  5. 11. One of the founders we celebrate on March 8.
  6. 14. Our shared value that says that we are guided by the faith-driven foundation and mission of VOA and our individual beliefs, thus illustrating God's love in all that we do and that we invite all people to join in our efforts and to experience the joy of serving others.
  7. 16. The first VOA affiliate was founded in this city.
  8. 17. A short way to say "Volunteers of America".
  9. 18. Our shared value that says that we are richer and stronger because of our individual differences and that we are unified by our shared mission.
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  1. 1. VOA-GNY serves [how many] special needs populations (i.e. veterans, survivors of domestic violence, children with developmental delays).
  2. 2. Our shared value that says we work together and with those we serve in an atmosphere of respect, openly sharing information and ideas to achieve common objectives.
  3. 3. On April 11, 1896, the Volunteers began publication of The _______, the VOA magazine for friends and supporters (Hint: VOA National produces a publication by the same name).
  4. 5. Before the founding of VOA, Maud and Ballington Booth oversaw the New York office of this organization.
  5. 6. Our shared value that says that we believe that through laughter we can find the healing spirit of life and comfort those in need while preserving our own wellness.
  6. 10. One of the founders we celebrate on March 8.
  7. 12. Our shared value that says that we are guided by the principles of truth and ethical conduct and that we are accountable for our actions and follow through on our commitments.
  8. 13. Our shared value that says that we take reasoned risks to find effective and innovative solutions to the problems facing our communities.
  9. 14. Our shared value that says that we fulfill our mission when we assist others to meet their emotional, physical, and spiritual needs.
  10. 15. Our shared value that says we set high standards for ourselves and seek continuous improvement in all that we do and that we take pride in our work and accomplishments.