The changing times in the non-profit world have led the Volunteer Center of Door County to cease its operations effective immediately. The organization made the announcement on Friday after serving the community for close to 20 years. When it was established as a Leadership Door County initiative, area non-profit organizations did not have all the tools at their fingertips to recruit volunteers and raise funds as they do now. The Volunteer Center of Door County has also been operating without an executive director since the fall of 2019 and its everyday duties have stretched the abilities of its Board of Directors.  Alyssa Dantoin served on the Board of Directors for two years, and says she is most proud of the spotlight it shined on area non-profits and their volunteers through its annual Golden Heart Awards.

The Volunteer Center of Door County has made a huge impact on the community during its history. In addition to connecting volunteers with charitable efforts, it has awarded $11,000 in scholarships to college-bound Door County students.