Army Volunteer Corps (AVC)

The Army Volunteers Corps (AVC) is a way to get involved with the local community, make a difference, learn new skills, build experience, or meet new people.
The AVC is a new way of thinking about volunteers and volunteering within the Army. It is an umbrella that encompasses all volunteers and organizations using volunteers. No matter where individuals volunteer in the Army community, they have the same goal. People volunteer to contribute to the Army, to Soldiers, and to their family members. The intent of the AVC is to recognize this commonality of purpose among all Army volunteers and to instill the same pride in being an Army volunteer as they now have for the organization where they provide their service. The establishment of the Army Volunteer Corps connects volunteers and demonstrates the Army's commitment to its volunteers.

How do I volunteer?
The Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS) is the Army’s online volunteer management tool located at vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com. The system provides a standardized system across the Army for volunteers to document their service history. It also allows for reporting of volunteer activity and statistics at the installation, region, and Department of Army levels. The system will allow you to document your entire volunteer history as you move from installation to installation. Per Army Regulation 608-1, all installation volunteers are required to register in this system and document hours by day each month.  Each organization has an Organization Point of Contact (OPOC), who manages the volunteers and hours within the system.  If you don’t know who your OPOC is, contact the AVCC at DSN: 646-5833, CIV: 0444-71-5833 or DSN: 634- 5800, CIV: 0444-71-5800.

Do you have an account on VMIS?  If so, update your profile using the steps below:
1. Go to vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com
and log in
2. Click on Update Profile Box in upper right corner
3. Click on Edit Profile
4. Click on Save when done.

If you aren’t registered yet, follow the steps below:
1.  Go to www.MyArmyOneSource.com
2.  Click on the Register link in the upper right corner
3.  Click on Join Now and complete the registration information. Fill in Vicenza for military affiliation
4.  Click Continue
5.  Verify information and click Register at the bottom right hand corner
6.  Screen will show “Registration Is Being Processed” and “Thank You for Registering”. You have been pre-approved and logged into the site
7.  Click Continue (returns you to homepage)
8.  Click on the Volunteer Tools tab in the upper right corner
9.  Select an Organization Group and/or Organization, then click the Search button OR scroll through the volunteer opportunities listed at the bottom of the page
10.  Click on the position title (position description will open: review to ensure this is the position you are looking for)
11.  Click on Apply in the right hand corner, complete any required fields, and then click on Submit in the bottom right corner.

If you are registered on the website under another installation, START HERE:
1. Go to vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com and log in
2.  Click on Update Profile Box in upper right corner
3.  Click on Edit Profile
4.  Click on Save when done

Find Vicenza volunteer opportunities:
1.  Go to vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com and log in
2.   Click on the Volunteer Tools tab in the upper right corner
3.   Select an Organization Group and/or Organization, then click the Search button OR scroll through  the volunteer opportunities listed at the bottom of the page
4.   Click on the position title (position description will open: review to ensure this is the position you are looking for)
5.   Click on Apply in the right hand corner
6.    Scroll to the bottom and click on Submit
7.   The screen will return to home page
Once you have applied, an email will go to your Organization Point of Contact (OPOC). The OPOC will
then approve or reject your application. Once approved, you may then begin to log your hours. Hours must be input by the 15th of the month for the previous month.

To Log Your Hours:
1.  Go to vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com and log in.
2.  Click on Volunteer Tools tab in the upper right handcorner.
3.  Click on Volunteer Activity.
4.  Click on the Hours button (highlighted in blue) next toyour position.
5.  To enter for the current month, select Day and Add forOpen Dates.
6.  When you are finished entering hours, scroll to thebottom and click Save.
7.  Historical hours may be added to ensure your volunteer service record is accurate. Please see your OPOC for assistance.

Trouble accessing the site from your MAC or PC?
1. You can try changing your browser to Google or Firefox
2. Make sure your compatibility view settings are checked. To do this, locate the gear wheel on the right side of the page
3. Select the gear wheel and add: vmis.armyfamilywebportal.com and then refresh your browser. This action should load the page. All technical issues should be addressed with AOS Technical Support, through the Chat Online link located at the top of the Army OneSource page.  

The Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) is awarded to Service Members who provided volunteer service for over 3 years and/or for 500 hours. For requirements, rules, and the template, see AR 600-8-22, paragraph 2-23.