The partners in strengths-based service are students, faculty, staff, alumni and the community.
Influenced by the fields of and positive psychology, especially the work with , the VRC believes in a model of service focused on strengths and reciprocal relationships.
Strengths-based service is grounded in reciprocal relationship among service partners, based on the premise that each individual has innate gifts and talents, that when shared through service, contribute greatly to the overall wellbeing of our global community.