Below you'll find a list of all posts from April, 2019
April, 2019 They came from all over the nation to serve in Zion National Park almost a century ago. Their futures were unclear, with a crippled economy and a lack of jobs, but Roosevelt’s New Deal gave them hope. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was formed to give young men ages 18-25 employment, and to tackle environmental and structural projects …
April, 2019 Find a way to serve on & around Earth Day! Remember, community engagement isn’t only direct service! Advocacy, activism, philanthropy, policy, and social entrepreneurship are great ways to get involved too! Here are a few ideas of how to get involved from the Earth Day Network: Community Earth Day Events: U Recycle Day, University of Utah Sustainability OfficeThursday, …
April, 2019 We are happy to conclude National Volunteer Week with an official declaration from Governor Herbert recognizing Volunteer Week in Utah! This declaration not only recognizes Volunteer Week, but also commemorates UServeUtah’s 25th anniversary! You can read the full declaration below. Keep the celebration of Volunteer Week going all year! Pledge to Give 25 hours of service in 2019 …
Find a way to serve this weekend! Share your service on social media to inspire others to serve! Tag @UServeUtah Bennion Center Saturday Service ProjectSLCSaturday April 13Pick your project and get ready for a fun day of service! There are 10 different projects to choose from, including Bags to Beds, community gardens, and the SLC Marathon! You do not have to …
April, 2019 The AmeriCorps Utah Member of the Month for April is Maria Soriano! Each month, one AmeriCorps member in Utah is recognized for their commitment to the pledge they took to “Get Things Done.” Maria is currently serving in the AmeriCorps Most Vulnerable Populations Program in Salt Lake City. Members in this program help the homeless obtain housing, provide …
March, 2019 The AmeriCorps Utah Member of the Month for March 2019 is Cam Oda! Each month, one AmeriCorps member in Utah is recognized for their commitment to the pledge they took to “Get Things Done.” Cam is currently serving with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Weber-Davis in Ogden. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Weber-Davis (BGCWD) provides additional …
Find a way to serve this weekend! Your service does not have to be an organized activity! It can just as well be a quick act of kindness, or a few minutes spent cleaning your local park or trail! If you are looking for an organized volunteer experience with an organization, be sure to search on JustServe.org! Here are a …
April, 2019 National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world. Find a way to serveSearch JustServe.org to find a way to serve in your community! You can search by interest, date, and distance. …