Energize, Inc. is an international training, consulting and publishing firm specializing in volunteerism. Founded in 1977, Energize has assisted organizations of all types who involve volunteers in their work -- health and human service organizations, cultural arts groups, professional associations, schools and many others. Energize offers a wide variety of books, training programs, online publications and other resources to help coordinators, managers, and directors improve the way volunteers are engaged throughout an organization and increase the impact volunteers make on an organization's strategic goals.