Did you know that by serving with AmeriCorps you can do something good for others and for yourself? Whether you are in school or recently graduated, have had a job or two, or have retired from a long career, anyone can serve with AmeriCorps or AmeriCorps Seniors. Learn more about what AmeriCorps service looks like and the ways service positively impacts our members and volunteers by reading their stories. Below are some stories of how service impacted a few individuals in our network.
Geoff served as a team leader in the AmeriCorps NCCC program. He says, "For me and many other people in this program, serving in AmeriCorps and forming [those] close connections has reminded us that service is our main drive for work. When we think about what we want to do, many considerations stand out, such as money, travel, topic of interest, skills, but what this program has reminded me is that service is the number one consideration. Everything else follows." Watch Geoff's spotlight video.
Caleb served part-time with AmeriCorps State and National while a full-time college student. He says, "My experience in Jumpstart was transformative and contributed to my personal and professional development in ways that a typical college experience could never. Because of my time at Jumpstart, I have a deeper understanding of civic engagement and a sense of civic responsibility that continues to guide my path in public service." Read Caleb's story.
Meadow is an AmeriCorps member serving in the VISTA program with Nez Perce Tribe Wapaayatat Water Resources Climate Program in Idaho. She says, “...my AmeriCorps experience and this project helped me realize how indigenous perspective is sorely needed in media and scientific communications. This lesson was the deciding factor for me to pursue a degree in broadcasting and digital media at the University of Idaho.” Read Meadow's story.
Volunteering with AmeriCorps Seniors benefits the community and the volunteer. Carmen says "volunteering has changed me, it keeps me grounded. When you help others you enrich your life. That is the real meaning of life." Listen to Carmen talk about her life-changing experience with AmeriCorps Seniors.
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