Moab, a community known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, also boasts a remarkable spirit of service and dedication among its residents. This was evident on June 11, 2024, when the UServeUtah AmeriCorps Seniors program recognized the contributions of four AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers. These dedicated individuals were celebrated at a reception at the Grand Center, followed by a spotlight …
Guest Author: Cache MerrillFounder, Zibtek In today’s socially conscious environment, more companies are recognizing the value of encouraging their employees to engage in volunteer programs. Such initiatives not only contribute to the community and the greater good but also offer tangible benefits to both employers and employees. At Zibtek we started an initiative called Geeks For Good to encourage our …
It’s that time of the year again – Earth Day is just around the corner and we have some exciting plans for you! As we gear up to celebrate our beautiful planet and all its wonders, let’s dive into how you can make a difference right here in Utah. Earth Day, which falls on April 22nd, is a global event …
UServeUtah, the state’s commission on service & volunteerism, has awarded $205,520 to local community engagement initiatives across the state. The purpose of the grant is to increase awareness of and/or participation in volunteerism. The grant funding comes from a combination of state and Volunteer Generation Fund dollars. Applications were open in March and after a thorough review process of each …
Jan. 26, 2023 Utah is again the national leader in volunteer service, according to the most recently released Volunteering and Civic Life in American research. Released this week, the latest research shows Utah was ranked No. 1 in the nation in formal volunteer service and No. 7 in informal service in 2021. More than 999,000 Utahns volunteered through organizations, contributing …
December, 2022 Ginnie is always going the extra mile. She currently serves as a tutor at North Park Elementary and also volunteers at the Weber County Library participating in the Weber Reads program. Ginnie consistently volunteers 40+ hours a week and everyone has positive things to say about her. She began her volunteering endeavor at Headstart, then she spent time …
December, 2022 Emily has always been so kind and always willing to help those in need. She has been battling cancer for the past few years and has not let it stop her from helping others. Emily has been an RSVP volunteer since 2005, serving for 17 years and 4 months. She has served over 4,350 hours, and probably well …
The Utah Higher Education AmeriCorps Network will help decrease the gap towards debt-free college pathways for students who commit to serve. Utah, December 1, 2022 – Today, eleven programs from seven public higher education institutions in the state have joined Janell C. Torres, Director of the Utah Higher Education AmeriCorps Network, to relaunch the largest state-level investment in college service …
November, 2022 Thelma is 82 years old and has volunteered with the Utah County Senior Companion Program for 7 years. So far, she has served over 7800 hours with 17 client friends. Currently she doesn’t have any plans to slow down! Thelma is very loyal, honest, and kind. She has a very gentle nature and a calming influence. She has a quick …
October, 2022 Mike is awesome! He volunteers with Davis County Senior Services, Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP). He has been a volunteer in this program for 3 years. We struggle to get volunteers for this program because Medicare can be intimidating and maybe not the most fun volunteer opportunity. Mike jumped right in. He was eager to learn the material …
September, 2022 Marilyn Bascom is an amazing example and never tires of offering help to those around her. Marilyn was honored with the Utah Americorps Senior Service Award for her service as a Foster Grandparent in Utah County. Marilyn has been a Foster Grandparent since 2015. The teachers and students fell in love with Grandma Marilyn from day one. Utah …
Congratulations to recipients of the Lt. Governor’s Volunteer Recognition Certificate in August of 2022. The contributions made by these volunteers make lasting impacts on communities across our state. Hector Cedillo-Tellez, Nominated by Healthy Environment Alliance of Utah (HEAL Utah) Hector has a strong dedication to serving his community. His commitment was evident from the first time he spoke with HEAL. …