AmeriCorps Member of the Month – Keli Linke

Every child deserves a champion; an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connections and insists that they become the best they can possibly be. – Rita Pierson November, 2018 Keli Linke is currently in her fourth and final year serving as an AmeriCorps member in the Mentoring for Success program. She has served …

Power of Service Award Winner – Jack Hobbs

November, 2018 Jack Hobbs has two nicknames: the LDS Lutheran and the Mormon Methodist. All nicknames come with a story, and Jack’s are no exception. He has been volunteering with Family Promise Salt Lake for over 11 years. In that time he has grown close with many faith communities as they work together to provide resources for families facing homelessness. …

Still #1 in Volunteering!

Utah still holds the top spot among states for the highest rate of volunteering (51 percent) according to a new federal study released today by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency that oversees AmeriCorps and Senior Corps. Utah has now held the top spot for thirteen years. Salt Lake City ranks third among the top …

How can youth volunteer with arts?

November, 2018 So you want to volunteer with arts in your community! There is a need throughout Utah for your service. Some opportunities have age restrictions, so be sure to double check. If you find an opportunity you love, be sure to share your service story! Arts & Museums The Department of Arts & Museums has a great list of …

How can youth volunteer to help those experiencing homelessness?

November, 2018 So you want to assist those experiencing homelessness! There is a need throughout Utah for your service. Some opportunities have age restrictions, so be sure to double check. If you find an opportunity you love, be sure to share your service story! The Road Home – Men’s Resource Center, Gail Miller Resource Center & Midvale Family Resource Center …

How can youth volunteer with animals?

November, 2018 So you want to volunteer with animals! There is a need throughout Utah for your service. Some opportunities have age restrictions, so be sure to double check. If you find an opportunity you love, be sure to share your service story! Your local animal shelter Do a quick search for your local animal shelter! Most shelters will list …

How can youth volunteer with kids and babies?

November, 2018 So you want to volunteer with kids and/or infants! There is a need throughout Utah for your service. Some opportunities have age restrictions, so be sure to double check. If you find an opportunity you love, be sure to share your service story! Primary Children’s Hospital Be a “Junior Volunteer” at Primary Children’s. Most volunteer positions have an …