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. …
March 21-24, 2019 Centennial Tree Planting OremThursday, March 21, 9:00am-3:00pmIn commemoration of Orem’s 100th birthday, the Orem Parks Section is looking for individuals or small groups willing to help us plant 100 trees throughout the Orem park system. Easter Basket OutreachHeber Valley (FROM HOME OPPORTUNITY)Drop-off before April 1Bring some cheer to families in need! Help create Easter baskets! Please use a small (lunch size) reusable …
March, 2019 The AmeriCorps Utah Member Gathering brought together almost 500 AmeriCorps members from across Utah for a day of learning and networking. We were honored to welcome Barbara Stewart, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), as a keynote speaker. She encouraged AmeriCorps members to continue getting things done, and praised them for not waiting to …
March, 2019 The UServeUtah AmeriCorps Lifetime Service Award honors an individual that has dedicated their time and effort in an extraordinary way over the course of their career to National Service in Utah. The first recipient of this award is Gloria Skanchy. Gloria Skanchy was instrumental in developing the Read Graduate Succeed (RGS) AmeriCorps program which focuses on literacy and …
PROVO, UTAH – On Tuesday, March 12, approximately 500 AmeriCorps members from across the state will gather in downtown Provo to celebrate their service. White House appointee Barbara Stewart, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service, will provide keynote remarks. AmeriCorps Week, March 10-16, pays tribute to all things AmeriCorps – from the programs and organizations that make …
2018 was a great year for UServeUtah! It is so exciting to see the growth in both National Service and volunteerism throughout our state. Catch up with what we accomplished in 2018 in our annual report video, and view the full report below! Interested in receiving a printed copy of our annual report? Contact Sara Dorsey at sdorsey@utah.gov.
February, 2019 The February AmeriCorps Member of the Month is Laycie Bowers. Laycie is serving with the Boys and Girls Club of Utah County. Laycie is a new addition to the program, and she’s taken on a huge challenge. Laycie is the AmeriCorps LEGO Mindstorm Specialist; she rotates between five after-school programs, serving one day a week leading the brand …
January, 2019 Volunteering makes a huge impact in the lives of others, but did you know it also benefits the volunteer? There are many physical and mental health benefits to volunteering. Volunteering helps people stay sharp, both physically and mentally! Studies have shows that those who volunteer report better physical health than non-volunteers. Volunteers also report increases in life satisfaction …
January, 2019 Allison O’Bryan is serving her first year as a Playworks Americorps member at James E. Moss Elementary. Known as Coach Allie, she can be found day to day playing outside with her students and making sure that every child feels safe and included. From the day she started her service, she brought the energy and dedication needed to …
January, 2019 Volunteer this MLK Day! Find an existing project through the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) or by visiting JustServe! Join in on events bring put on by universities all over the state! The University of Utah is hosting a Day of Service on January 19th with multiple projects at various locations. Opportunities include: Bags to Beds, …