Our Mission is To Connect Visitors, Residents, and Groups with Meaningful and Memorable Volunteer Opportunities at Local Organizations within Sedona and the Verde Valley.

At Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley (VSVV), our purpose is simple: to connect passionate individuals with meaningful volunteer opportunities that create lasting change. We believe that by working together, we can build a stronger, more vibrant community where everyone has the chance to make an impact.

We love the Verde Valley & we love volunteering.

Our organization is rooted in a set of core values that guide everything we do:

Integrity

We strengthen Sedona & the Verde Valley by connecting volunteers with impactful local organizations.

Community Focus

We uphold transparency, honesty, and accountability in everything we do, building trust with every action.

We believe that by working together, we can achieve greater results and create sustainable change for our community.

We strive to inspire and equip our volunteers to take meaningful action and grow alongside the causes they support.

Collaboration

Empowerment

About Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley

"Every person can make a difference, and every person should try"

-- John F. Kennedy

Executive Director

Spring Cason Graf

Spring Graf serves as Executive Director of Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley, leading the organization’s vision, operations, and day-to-day impact in the community. She works closely with board members and partners to expand partnerships, strengthen infrastructure, and connect residents, businesses, and visitors with meaningful volunteer opportunities across the region.

With a background in both corporate and nonprofit leadership, Spring brings experience in strategic development, organizational growth, and community engagement. Her commitment to service was shaped through earlier volunteer efforts, including work in Maui, where she saw firsthand the impact of organized, community-driven support. That foundation continues to inform her approach to building strong, service-oriented networks.

Deeply rooted in the Verde Valley, Spring is committed to strengthening the region through increased volunteerism and collaboration. As Executive Director, she is focused on scaling impact and ensuring Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley remains a vital resource for the community.

Outside of her leadership role, Spring enjoys participating in a variety of social groups, hiking and mountain biking, practicing and teaching Komyo ReikiDo, making jewelry, and spending time with family. She believes that service is a powerful way to build connection and lasting community.

Board Chair

Kristin Bolken

I have always felt a strong pull to be part of the solution. Serving on the VSVV board is a natural extension of my work. I am passionate about strengthening nonprofits by improving volunteer engagement systems and building organizational capacity. My goal is to help create a strong, sustainable foundation that supports long-term community impact.

Personal HIstory: My career began in social work, supporting at-risk youth experiencing homelessness and foster care, where I learned to navigate complex systems and advocate for those who need support most. Over time, I recognized that my strengths extended beyond direct service into helping organizations grow and sustain their impact.

I transitioned into nonprofit leadership, serving as both Development Director and Executive Director across organizations ranging from grassroots startups to national nonprofits. My work has focused on building fundraising infrastructure, securing major grants, leading capital campaigns, and guiding organizations through critical growth phases.

Today, as the owner of The Local Sedona, I am creating a community gathering place—a “third place” where people can connect and feel a sense of belonging. As part of that commitment, I donate 1% of monthly net profits to Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley.

Outside of my work, I enjoy cooking, gardening, and time spent with my rescued puppy and close friends.

Board Secretary

Jenni Garrett

My nonprofit leadership perspective was shaped early through nonprofit experience, where I saw how relationships and shared purpose drive real impact. It’s what inspired me to join Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley. I was drawn to the vision of creating a simple, accessible way for people to engage in service and strengthen community connection.



I also serve with the Verde Valley Rotary Club, supporting youth leadership development. As a board member, I see my role as both a connector and a learner—building relationships while deepening my understanding of nonprofit sustainability, particularly on the financial side.

Personal: I am the owner of Dragonfly LLC, where I specialize in project management, supporting a range of clients and initiatives. My career began managing IT projects for large organizations, coordinating teams across the country. While the work was efficient, it lacked connection—something I’ve come to see as essential to meaningful progress. Over time, I recognized that my strength lies not just in managing projects, but in helping people connect to the steps and purpose behind their work.

After 20 years in Phoenix, my son and I recently moved to the Verde Valley, embracing a more connected way of life. I believe that small, intentional steps lead to meaningful impact—and that what we do truly makes a difference.

Board Treasurer

Lindsay Sacks

I was involved with Volunteer Sedona & the Verde Valley in its early stages and saw the potential to create a centralized, accessible platform for service. Joining the board was a natural next step.

Volunteering is how I found belonging when I first arrived in Sedona. That experience shapes my belief that making it easy to give back strengthens both individuals and communities.

As a board member, I focus on building partnerships—especially within tourism—to turn visitor presence into meaningful impact. My goal is to help scale this model, expanding its reach and deepening its impact across communities.

Personal History: I am a real estate professional based in Sedona, focused on connecting people to community. My career began in accounting and finance, spending nearly a decade with a leading firm across Silicon Valley, Hawaii, and San Diego, auditing a wide range of organizations—including many nonprofits. I later served as a corporate controller and foundation treasurer supporting children’s charities, and held board roles with several nonprofit organizations.

VSVV Annual Report 2025