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A “Double Win”: How Volunteering Transformed Monette’s Retirement

For Monette in Moab, serving children as a Foster Grandparent volunteer “feels like a double win.” She shares, “I feel really good about [serving] and good about myself because I...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Join us to beautify Blanding and restore the reservoir

Looking for a way to make a real difference in your community while enjoying the great outdoors? Mark your calendar for Friday, April 18, and join us for Beautify Blanding,...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Honoring MLK Day: Tooele Volunteers Unite for Service

UServeUtah honored Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on January 20, 2025, by partnering with Switchpoint Tooele, a local nonprofit that dedicates its efforts to addressing homelessness, food insecurity,...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Connecting Generations

Meet Mica Dejolie, a Foster Grandparent at Navajo Mountain High School in San Juan County, whose dedication and passion for education are making a profound impact on the students and...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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In Memory of Grandma Jan

Jan Phillips’ boundless compassion and spirited personality left an indelible mark on everyone she met. As an AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent at South Valley School, Jan dedicated her time and...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Understanding the Differences: AmeriCorps Seniors, VISTA, and State & National

Ever wondered about the differences among AmeriCorps programs? With so many ways to serve, it can be tricky to know which one is the best fit. Here’s a quick breakdown...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Utah ranks No. 1 for formal and informal volunteerism in new national research

Utah residents top the nation for service and volunteerism, according to new national research released Nov. 19 by AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. In 2023, more than...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Formal vs. Informal Volunteering

Understanding the Differences Between Formal and Informal Volunteering Volunteering comes in many forms, but broadly speaking, it can be categorized as either formal or informal. Both types of volunteering serve...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Governor, Lt. Governor and national leaders to launch One Utah Service Fellowship on Sept. 19

Press advisory: Save the date for One Utah Service Fellowship Launch From: Ellen Weist, public information officer, Utah Department of Cultural & Creative Engagement; text: 503-490-4806 Press are invited to...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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9/11 Day of Service: Giving Medical Equipment a Second Life with Project Embrace

UServeUtah honored the 9/11 Day of Service by partnering with Project Embrace. This Salt Lake City nonprofit was founded by a University of Utah graduate, Mohan Sudabattula, who saw a...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Tim Thorne Honored with Utah AmeriCorps Seniors Service Award

Tim is an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer serving in Davis County with the RSVP program. He volunteers at Antelope Island State Park, as a Meals-on-Wheels driver, at Eagle Bay Elementary as...
Last updated: March 12, 2026
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Project Embrace Donation Drive

UServeUtah is thrilled to announce our upcoming donation drive for Project Embrace, part of our United in Service initiative. We are calling on our community to come together and donate...
Last updated: April 27, 2026