National Service News: Missouri House of Representatives Resolution 244 on AmeriCorps Role in Joplin Recovery
Whereas, AmeriCorps volunteers have been indispensable to the recovery efforts in Joplin and Duquesne, Missouri, following the tornado that killed 161 residents and destroyed over 7,000 homes, churches, schools and businesses; and
January 31, 2012

AmeriCorps News: Missouri House Resolution No. 244
Whereas, AmeriCorps volunteers have been indispensable to the recovery efforts in Joplin and Duquesne, Missouri, following the tornado that killed 161 residents and destroyed over 7,000 homes, churches, schools and businesses; and
January 31, 2012

National Service News: Missouri House Resolution No. 244
Whereas, AmeriCorps volunteers have been indispensable to the recovery efforts in Joplin and Duquesne, Missouri, following the tornado that killed 161 residents and destroyed over 7,000 homes, churches, schools and businesses; and
January 31, 2012

AmeriCorps News: Missouri House Honors AmeriCorps for 'Indispensable' Role in Joplin Recovery
Jefferson City, Mo. -- The Missouri House of Representatives today will pass a resolution honoring AmeriCorps members from across the country who have played an indispensible role in helping the city of Joplin recover from the devastating tornado that struck the city on May 22, 2011.
January 31, 2012

AmeriCorps News: Missouri House of Representatives Resolution 244 on AmeriCorps Role in Joplin Recovery
Whereas, AmeriCorps volunteers have been indispensable to the recovery efforts in Joplin and Duquesne, Missouri, following the tornado that killed 161 residents and destroyed over 7,000 homes, churches, schools and businesses; and
January 31, 2012

National Service News: Missouri House Honors AmeriCorps for 'Indispensable' Role in Joplin Recovery
Jefferson City, Mo. -- The Missouri House of Representatives today will pass a resolution honoring AmeriCorps members from across the country who have played an indispensible role in helping the city of Joplin recover from the devastating tornado that struck the city on May 22, 2011.
January 31, 2012

AmeriCorps News: AmeriCorps Alumni Sought for Prestigious Eli Segal Fellowship
The Corporation for National and Community Service is seeking applications from former AmeriCorps members who are interested in serving as the 2012-2013 Eli Segal Fellow, a year-long leadership opportunity to help advance national service policy, operations, and strategy at the Corporation for National and Community Service headquarters.
January 19, 2012

National Service News: AmeriCorps Alumni Sought for Prestigious Eli Segal Fellowship
The Corporation for National and Community Service is seeking applications from former AmeriCorps members who are interested in serving as the 2012-2013 Eli Segal Fellow, a year-long leadership opportunity to help advance national service policy, operations, and strategy at the Corporation for National and Community Service headquarters.
January 19, 2012

National Service News: Nation's Leaders Come Together to Promote Critical Investment in the Future at 2nd Annual National Mentoring Summit
National youth mentoring organizations, Administration officials, civic leaders, corporate executives and the country's foremost mentoring researchers will join together in Washington next week at the second annual National Mentoring Summit to promote a pathway for ensuring our nation's youth receive quality mentoring and guidance that will enable them to have a promising future.
January 18, 2012

National Service News: White House Council for Community Solutions Launches National Effort to Put Disconnected Youth on Pathways to Education and Work
In response to President Obama's challenge to the nation to help every young adult find a pathway to long-term economic success, The White House Council for Community Solutions today announced it will join a diverse coalition of partners to launch a 100-day initiative to unite all citizens to go 'All In' for youth.
January 17, 2012

National Service News: President Obama, Cabinet Secretaries, and Senior Administration Officials Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service by Participating in Community Service Projects and Events Throughout the Country
To honor the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service and Dr. King's life and legacy, the President and Mrs. Obama, the Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden, Cabinet Secretaries, and other senior administration officials participated in community service projects and events throughout the country. Led by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and the King Center, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is an opportunity for all Americans to come together to help meet the needs of their communities and make an ongoing commitment to service throughout the year.
January 16, 2012

National Service News: Companies Bolster MLK Day of Service Volunteer Efforts
For a growing number of U.S. companies, the MLK Day of Service is an opportunity to invest money, supplies, and employee time to make a difference in their communities and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King.
January 16, 2012

National Service News: National Day of Service Honors the Life and Legacy of Dr. King
Today, in honor of the legacy and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Americans across the country will unite in a national day of service, working together to address some of the nation's toughest problems.
January 16, 2012

National Service News: MLK Volunteer Opportunities Across the Nation
On the MLK Day of Service and throughout the year, Americans are using the power of service to help families across the country. Led by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the organizations and volunteers it supports are helping families find permanent housing, providing financial education and job readiness supports, and mentoring students so they can succeed in school and life.
January 13, 2012

National Service News: Presidential Proclamation: Martin Luther King, Jr., Federal Holiday, 2012
On a hot summer day nearly half a century ago, an African American preacher with no official title or rank gave voice to our Nation's deepest aspirations, sharing his dream of an America that ensured the true equality of all our people. From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a movement that would push our country toward a more perfect Union.
January 13, 2012

National Service News: White House Highlights Local Leaders As 'Champions of Change' For Following in the Footsteps of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Thursday, January 12th, eight local leaders who are following in the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. will be honored at the White House as Champions of Change. These men and women, who include business and non-profit leaders and community volunteers, have each taken great strides to improve the lives of others through volunteerism and in providing economic opportunity to others in their community.
January 11, 2012

National Service News: MLK Day Will Be Marked as a National Day of Service
Momentum is building for the annual Martin Luther King Day of Service, as thousands of organizations across the country put the finishing touches on volunteer projects to bring Americans together to serve their neighbors and advance Dr. King's dream of social justice and economic opportunity for all.
January 11, 2012

National Service News: Corporation for National and Community Service Committed to Recruiting Veterans
The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced its participation in 100 Hiring Our Heroes job fairs over the next five years, part of the federal agency's commitment to recruit more veterans and military families to lead national service initiatives that solve problems and strengthen our communities.
January 10, 2012

AmeriCorps News: Corporation for National and Community Service Committed to Recruiting Veterans
The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced its participation in 100 Hiring Our Heroes job fairs over the next five years, part of the federal agency's commitment to recruit more veterans and military families to lead national service initiatives that solve problems and strengthen our communities.
January 10, 2012

National Service News: Target Executive Laysha Ward Elected Board Chair of Corporation for National and Community Service
The board of directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) has elected Target executive and longtime service champion Laysha L. Ward to serve as chair.
January 9, 2012

National Service News: We Can't Wait: The White House Announces Federal and Private Sector Commitments to Provide Employment Opportunities for Nearly 180,000 Youth
Today, the White House announced Summer Jobs+, a new call to action for businesses, non-profits, and government to work together to provide pathways to employment for low-income and disconnected youth in the summer of 2012. The President proposed $1.5 billion for high-impact summer jobs and year-round employment for low-income youth ages 16-24 in the American Jobs Act as part of the Pathways Back to Work fund.
January 5, 2012

The Oregonian: Oregon AmeriCorps Volunteer Helps Students
Emily Easley, a University of Oregon graduate with a bachelor's degree in history, is Groner Elementary's new AmeriCorps volunteer. She plans on going to graduate school to get a master's degree in education. Right now, she says she is enjoying a great experience with the students at Groner.
December 20, 2011

National Service News: White House Highlights 'Champions of Change' Who Are Giving Back
Tomorrow, Thursday, December 15th, ten local leaders who are helping to give back to their community will be honored at the White House as Champions of Change. These men and women, who include non-profit leaders, community activists and mentors, have each taken great strides to improve the lives of others through charitable work, faith and advocacy.
December 14, 2011

National Service News: White House Calls on Communities and Organizations to Nominate Dedicated Volunteers
As the 26th anniversary of Martin Luther King Day approaches, the White House and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) are joining forces to recognize outstanding volunteers nationwide with the MLK Drum Majors for Service program.
December 8, 2011

National Service News: CNCS Convenes Leadership Gathering to Increase Disability Inclusion in National Service
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today kicked off a two-day conference bringing together more than 200 leaders in the disability and service communities to develop strategies to support the full inclusion of people with disabilities in national service.
December 8, 2011

AmeriCorps News: AmeriCorps NCCC Continues Hurricane Irene Response in Vermont
As communities across Vermont continue to recover and rebuild from the catastrophic flooding caused byHurricane Irene, a team of 10 AmeriCorps NCCC members has chosen to extend their term of service and deploy to Windsor County, Vt. to assist with the disaster relief and flood recovery efforts.
November 18, 2011

National Service News: AmeriCorps NCCC Continues Hurricane Irene Response in Vermont
As communities across Vermont continue to recover and rebuild from the catastrophic flooding caused byHurricane Irene, a team of 10 AmeriCorps NCCC members has chosen to extend their term of service and deploy to Windsor County, Vt. to assist with the disaster relief and flood recovery efforts.
November 18, 2011

National Service News: CADCA, National Guard and CNCS Announce Unique New Program to Help Returning Vets Access Key Services
Today, Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA), the National Guard Bureau and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced a unique new program called VetCorps to help returning veterans and their families access the critical services and support they need - ranging from social, mental and physical health services to housing and employment assistance.
November 10, 2011

AmeriCorps News: CADCA, National Guard and CNCS Announce Unique New Program to Help Returning Vets Access Key Services
Today, Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA), the National Guard Bureau and the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced a unique new program called VetCorps to help returning veterans and their families access the critical services and support they need - ranging from social, mental and physical health services to housing and employment assistance.
November 10, 2011

National Service News: A Billion + Change Set To Mobilize Billions In Skills-Based Volunteer Services From Businesses
Today, nonprofit, corporate and government leaders will gather to mark a major milestone for A Billion + Change—a national campaign to mobilize billions of dollars in skills-based and pro bono volunteer services to help build the capacity of nonprofit organizations to effectively meet community needs.
November 3, 2011

National Service News: CNCS Joins HUD for Official Honor Roll Kick-Off
As part of the official kick-off for the 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the Corporation for National and Community Service joined the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for discussion on the role that institutions of higher education play in stimulating local economies.
October 21, 2011

National Service News: President Obama Announces Intent to Nominate Wendy Spencer as CNCS CEO
Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts.
October 17, 2011

AmeriCorps News: President Obama Announces Intent to Nominate Wendy Spencer as CNCS CEO
Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to key Administration posts.
October 17, 2011

National Service News: Application Process Now Open for 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll
Entering its sixth year, the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll is now accepting applications for the 2012 season. The Honor Roll increases the public's awareness of the contributions that colleges and their students make to local communities and the nation as a whole.
October 13, 2011

National Service News: White House Council for Community Solutions Convenes to Address the Best Ways to Employ Our Nation's Youth
The White House Council for Community Solutions will meet Friday to discuss the importance of cross-sector engagements as a means to advance communities in need, specifically looking at reconnecting youth to education and the workforce.
October 12, 2011

National Service News: National Service Agency Awards Grants to Strengthen Nonprofit Capacity and Impact
The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced Nonprofit Capacity Building Program grants totaling $998,000 to increase the capacity of nonprofits to improve lives in communities facing economic hardships.
September 27, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Agency Awards Grants to Strengthen Nonprofit Capacity and Impact
The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced Nonprofit Capacity Building Program grants totaling $998,000 to increase the capacity of nonprofits to improve lives in communities facing economic hardships.
September 27, 2011

National Service News: National Service Agency Announces 2011 September 11th Challenge Grant Winners
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced $500,000 in grants to 14 organizations committed to the engagement of Americans in service during the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance 10th Anniversary Challenge.
September 27, 2011

National Service News: One in Four Older Americans Makes a Positive Impact in Local Communities Through Volunteering, Providing More Than $64 Billion in Annual Economic Benefit to the U.S.
New data released today by the Corporation for National and Community Service indicates that 18.7 million older adults - more than a quarter of those 55 and older - contributed on average more than 3 billion hours of service in their communities per year between 2008 and 2010. The yearly economic benefit of this service to the nation equals more than $64 billion.
September 19, 2011

AmeriCorps News: Report Shows Majority of Americans Civically Engaged in Their Communities
Between 2008 and 2010, a majority of Americans were civically active in a variety of ways, working with others to improve their communities, according to the 2011 Civic Life in America: Key Findings on the Civic Health of the Nation research released today by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC).
September 15, 2011

National Service News: Report Shows Majority of Americans Civically Engaged in Their Communities
Between 2008 and 2010, a majority of Americans were civically active in a variety of ways, working with others to improve their communities, according to the 2011 Civic Life in America: Key Findings on the Civic Health of the Nation research released today by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and the National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC).
September 15, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Agency Announces 2012 King Day of Service Grants
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced $700,000 in grants for six organizations to plan and carry out service projects to bring Americans together to meet community needs on the 2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service.
September 13, 2011

National Service News: National Service Agency Announces 2012 King Day of Service Grants
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced $700,000 in grants for six organizations to plan and carry out service projects to bring Americans together to meet community needs on the 2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service.
September 13, 2011

AmeriCorps News: September 11th Day of Service Projects Taking Place in all 50 States
The tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks will be marked by service projects in all 50 states, with hundreds of thousands of volunteers expected to turn out to paint and refurbish homes, run food drives, spruce up schools, reclaim neighborhoods, and support and honor veterans, soldiers, military families, and first responders.
September 10, 2011

National Service News: September 11th Day of Service Projects Taking Place in all 50 States
The tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks will be marked by service projects in all 50 states, with hundreds of thousands of volunteers expected to turn out to paint and refurbish homes, run food drives, spruce up schools, reclaim neighborhoods, and support and honor veterans, soldiers, military families, and first responders.
September 10, 2011

National Service News: AmeriCorps Stories: How 9/11 Changed My Life
In the aftermath of the tragedy that struck America a decade ago, hundreds of AmeriCorps members stepped forward to help, offering assistance to the injured, serving as family caseworkers, and helping those displaced from Ground Zero find housing and other services. For many, their service was a life-changing experience, inspiring them to pursue lives of public service.
September 9, 2011

National Service News: Americans Remember September 11th By Serving
On the tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks, hundreds of thousands of Americans will participate in service and remembrance activities to pay tribute to 9/11 victims and heroes and rekindle the spirit of unity and compassion that followed the attacks.
September 9, 2011

AmeriCorps News: Americans Remember September 11th By Serving
On the tenth anniversary of the September 11th attacks, hundreds of thousands of Americans will participate in service and remembrance activities to pay tribute to 9/11 victims and heroes and rekindle the spirit of unity and compassion that followed the attacks.
September 9, 2011

AmeriCorps News: AmeriCorps Stories: How 9/11 Changed My Life
In the aftermath of the tragedy that struck America a decade ago, hundreds of AmeriCorps members stepped forward to help, offering assistance to the injured, serving as family caseworkers, and helping those displaced from Ground Zero find housing and other services. For many, their service was a life-changing experience, inspiring them to pursue lives of public service.
September 9, 2011

National Service News: National Service Teams Deployed for Hurricane Irene Response
As Hurricane Irene causes flooding, damage and mass evacuations on its run up the Eastern seaboard, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps members are responding in multiple states, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced today.
August 28, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Teams Deployed for Hurricane Irene Response
As Hurricane Irene causes flooding, damage and mass evacuations on its run up the Eastern seaboard, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps members are responding in multiple states, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced today.
August 28, 2011

National Service News: President Calls on Americans to Serve on September 11th
President Obama today urged Americans to come together in acts of service and remembrance to honor the victims and heroes of September 11th on the upcoming tenth anniversary of the terror attacks.
August 27, 2011

AmeriCorps News: President Calls on Americans to Serve on September 11th
President Obama today urged Americans to come together in acts of service and remembrance to honor the victims and heroes of September 11th on the upcoming tenth anniversary of the terror attacks.
August 27, 2011

National Service News: National Service Agency Announces 2012 AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today kicked off its 2012 AmeriCorps grant competition by releasing three funding notices for organizations interested in using national service as a solution to critical problems facing our communities and the nation.
August 25, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Agency Announces 2012 AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today kicked off its 2012 AmeriCorps grant competition by releasing three funding notices for organizations interested in using national service as a solution to critical problems facing our communities and the nation.
August 25, 2011

National Service News: National Service Agency Announces Additional AmeriCorps Grants Supporting 1,500 New Members Meeting Community Needs
The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced $5.9 million in additional 2011 AmeriCorps grants to 17 organizations meeting pressing challenges in communities across the nation.
August 12, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Agency Announces Additional AmeriCorps Grants Supporting 1,500 New Members Meeting Community Needs
The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced $5.9 million in additional 2011 AmeriCorps grants to 17 organizations meeting pressing challenges in communities across the nation.
August 12, 2011

National Service News: New Report: Americans Devote 8.1 Billion Hours to Volunteering in 2010
Volunteers provide a powerful economic and social benefit to communities across the nation, with 62.8 million adults serving almost 8.1 billion hours through organizations in 2010, according to research released today by the federal Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).
August 8, 2011

AmeriCorps News: New Report: Americans Devote 8.1 Billion Hours to Volunteering in 2010
Volunteers provide a powerful economic and social benefit to communities across the nation, with 62.8 million adults serving almost 8.1 billion hours through organizations in 2010, according to research released today by the federal Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).
August 8, 2011

Blue Mountain Eagle: Blue Mountain Eagle: Monument Food Programs gain $25,000
MONUMENT - Folks up in Monument have come into some serious bread. Which they plan to turn into, well, bread ... and a whole lot of other provisions to help feed people in their community. Monument Senior Citizens, who are partnering with Monument School in the Monument Food Security Enhancement Project, recently received a $25,000 grant from the Meyer Memorial Trust, to help with food programs for the community...
July 20, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Agency Announces Plans to Support 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
Joining Congressional and nonprofit leaders at the U.S. Capitol today, Acting CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service Robert Velasco, II, announced the agency's plans to support a national effort to inspire millions of Americans to engage in service and remembrance activities on the upcoming 10th anniversary of the September 11 terror attacks.
July 14, 2011

AmeriCorps News: National Service Agency Announces Funding to Help Nonprofits Strengthen Performance Management
The Corporation for National and Community Service has announced the availability of close to $1 million in funding to help build the capacity of small and midsize nonprofits to develop and implement performance management systems.
July 11, 2011

AmeriCorps News: AmeriCorps Director John Gomperts Commentary on Joplin Tornado Volunteer Response
Below is a guest commentary by AmeriCorps Director John Gomperts that appeared in the July 7, 2011 edition of the St. Louis Post Dispatch. The commentary highlights the extraordinary volunteer response to the May 22 Joplin tornado and the key volunteer management role played by AmeriCorps in the wake of natural disasters.
July 7, 2011

AmeriCorps News: As Missouri River Swells, AmeriCorps Helps Protect Iowa Town
AmeriCorps is coming to aid the small Iowa riverside town of Hamburg, as members from across the state begin a two-month assignment to patrol the levees protecting the town from the swelling waters of the Missouri River.
June 30, 2011

AmeriCorps News: Grant Funds Available for 2012 Martin Luther King Day of Service
The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) has announced the availability of approximately $700,000 in grants for organizations to plan and carry out projects that bring Americans together to serve on the 2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service.
June 24, 2011

AmeriCorps News: AmeriCorps NCCC Alums Receive Congressional Honor for National Service
Today, five AmeriCorps NCCC alumni received the 2011 Congressional Award Gold Medal on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Since its inception in 1979, the Congressional Gold Medal Award has recognized thousands of young Americans committed to serving their country and improving themselves. The award is the most prestigious honor given to youth leaders from the United States Congress.
June 24, 2011

News Release: Nominations Now Open for the 2011 Oregon Governor's Volunteer Awards
Nominations Now Open for 2011 Oregon Governor’s Volunteer Awards; Wells Fargo commits $60,000 to support program for three years SALEM, Ore. — Nominations are now being accepted for the 2011 Oregon Governor’s Volunteer Awards, hosted by Oregon Volunteers Commission for Voluntary Action and Service. These awards, which have a new presenting sponsor, shine the spotlight on trailblazing individuals, programs and organizations that are creating positive change through volunteerism throughout Oregon....
May 9, 2011

News Release: The Face of AmeriCorps in Oregon: Member service benefits communities
<b>The Face of AmeriCorps in Oregon: Member service benefits communities</b><br/> National AmeriCorps Week is May 14-21, 2011<br/> <br/> Portland, Ore.—<br/> “I chose to serve in AmeriCorps because I wanted to give something back to my country. I recognize inequity on many levels in this country and wanted to create the most organic change toward social justice.” – Jory Card, AmeriCorps member, Playworks in Portland<br/> <br/> “Being the only member serving in my community, I wasn't aware of how large the program was. When I was in Talladega, sitting in a room with 500 other youth who would be spending the whole year serving just like me, it hit me that this was so big. I realized then that there would be such an impact from our work and things would be different in the end due to our service. It was really exciting, motivating and humbling.” – Liz Henderson, AmeriCorps National Direct member, Habitat for Humanity in Junction City, Harrisburg and Monroe<br/> <br/> These words are from AmeriCorps members serving in Oregon communities. From Umatilla to Coos, Multnomah to Deschutes, Oregon communities are benefiting from the measurable impact of AmeriCorps members serving in 30 counties statewide.<br/><br/>
May 6, 2011

Oregon Volunteers Press Release: Oregon Residents Mark 25th Anniversary of King Holiday with Service
Oregon Residents Mark 25th Anniversary of King Holiday With Service Oregon Volunteers supports day of service with mini grants Portland, Ore. – Oregon is preparing for a big Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on January 17, 2011—the 25th anniversary of the holiday. Volunteers across Oregon will take part in projects in their communities, joining hundreds of thousands of Americans by serving others and making the holiday “a day on, not a day off“...
January 4, 2011

Albany Democrat-Herald: Volunteer gets the word out on local foods
TANGENT — Linn County residents who want to know more about where they can find locally grown foods now have a resource at the Ten Rivers Food Web website, www.tenriversfoodweb.org. Chicago area native Spencer Masterson, who is spending 11 months in the area as an AmeriCorps RARE volunteer, is writing a blog dedicated to connecting farmers with consumers.
December 27, 2010

The Times: Healthy Start helps first-time parents in Washington County
Healthy Start, formerly known as the New Parent Network, provides information, support and basic and intensive services to first-time parents in Washington County. Basic services include referrals to community services and parenting classes, as well as information about child development. Intensive services include coordinated home visits with family support workers from various agencies who provide information on child development...
December 2, 2010

West Linn Tidings: Making service learning a campus institution
Amanda Baker is awfully young to be starting institutions at a college. But that is what she intends to do at Marylhurst University by instituting service learning as a vital and continuing part of campus life. Baker has the right stuff for this unusual task, because Oregon Campus Compact hired her as its AmeriCorps VISTA representative at Marylhurst...
December 2, 2010

Woodburn Independent: A man who gives back: Victor Hoffer has spent his life taking care of his community
Helping others has always come second nature to Mt. Angel resident Victor Hoffer. When he was as young as 7 years old, Hoffer, who was in and out of the hospital frequently because of a birth defect, would comfort other sick children in the hospital and tell them everything would be OK. Now, 50 years later, he's still doing that.
October 28, 2010

The Oregonian: SHIBA volunteer, Michael Majowicz of Aloha, among winners of 2010 Oregon Governor's Volunteer Awards
All Michael Majowicz really was looking for was an excuse to get out of the house. What he found was much more. "I get bored without things to do," he says. "Once I retired, it took me six months to go through the 'honey-do' list that I was able to avoid while I was working," he says with a grin. "It seemed like I should be doing something better with my time than sitting around getting older."
October 28, 2010

The News-Register: Winston Minister Receives Statewide Recognition
WINSTON — A Winston Baptist minister has received statewide recognition for spearheading civic projects over the past decade. Community Baptist Church Pastor Steven Schenewerk was named the outstanding adult volunteer of the year Friday at the Governor's Volunteer Awards luncheon in Salem.
October 28, 2010

The Oregonian: Foster Grandparent volunteers help students thrive with one-on-one help
A second-grader at North Gresham Grade School had a breakthrough on her math homework last week. So she got a sticker. It was a small, everyday form of recognition -- one that wouldn't be noteworthy if it were any other student. But for 7-year-old Hailey, the little lion sticker was one of the first she ever got...
October 25, 2010

OregonLive.com: Elders In Action Teams with CROPS for 9/11 Day of Service
Before the volunteers trudged off to harvest beets and radishes and peppers, they paused for a few minutes beneath the leafy trees at the end of a gravel road. From pink cards, they read aloud the names of the 40 passengers and cre members who died on Sept. 11, 2001 when United Flight 93 crashed into a Pennsylvania farm field...
September 21, 2010

Corvallils Gazette-Times: College Hill school gets new library
In the far north classroom at College Hill, the Corvallis School District’s alternative school, unopened boxes of books await shelving in the empty space. But in a few weeks, the room will be complete with brightly colored bookshelves, computers and plush chairs for kicking back with a good book...
September 15, 2010

Corvallis Gazette-Times: 'Day of Service' marks 9/11 tragedy
"In the sunlit Starker Arts Garden for Education, Sarah McCune chopped tomatoes and cucumbers Friday morning for two large garden salads. "We're so lucky it turned out so nice!" she said. McCune, the garden education assistant at SAGE, was one of about 20 volunteers who spent the morning working at the garden....
September 13, 2010

Corvallis Gazette-Times: 'Day of Service' set for 9/11 anniversary
Local service groups and organizations are banding together this year for a day of service to note the ninth anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001.
September 13, 2010

The News-Review: Douglas County's AmeriCorps members pitch in
Mary Flanigan and Liz Reich, both members of the United Community Action Network's AmeriCorps Team in Douglas County, have created a short film to raise awareness about stigmas attached to those dealing with mental illness.
April 28, 2010

Yamhill Valley News Register: Connecting services and people in need
Amy Burton, Oregon Community Action Corps (OCAC) AmeriCorps member, served as the "chief organizer" of the successful Yamhill County Community Connect event.
April 17, 2010

Springfield Times: Cesar Chavez honored in annual event at Agnes Stewart
Juliane Collaco, AmeriCorps HOPE, member coordinated an opportunity for Springfield students to honor and learn more about Cesar Chavez.
April 15, 2010

The Daily Astorian: Everyday People: John Dean plants healthier foods in state food banks
A member of the RARE AmeriCorps team, John Dean is helping county residents and businesses assess where their food comes from and elicit change to make it more efficient.
April 5, 2010

Lake Oswego Review: Fighting hunger is focus for program at Marylhurst
Amanda Baker, an AmeriCorps*VISTA member with Oregon Campus Compact has found that Marylhurst University is a good place to launch an attack on hunger in Oregon.
April 1, 2010

Statesman-Journal: Mass Appeal
Kat Franken organizes the free, all-comers series in Salem as part of her community efforts for AmeriCorps. It was a natural for the bicycle commuter who doesn't own a car.
March 22, 2010

Corporation for National and Community Service: Senate Commends VISTA for 45 Years of Fighting Poverty
VISTA celebrated its 45th Anniversary of fighting poverty on Monday March 15th, 2010.
March 15, 2010

The Daily Astorian: Cannon Beach woman discovers life's basic simplicities during her explorations
Oregon AmeriCorps member, Donna Lenius servces as the marine educator for the Haystack Rock Awareness Program (HRAP) in Cannon Beach.
February 22, 2010

Newberg Graphic: Yamhill County’s Homeless May be Increasing
County sweep — Oregon Community Action Corps member, Amy Burton shares preliminary figures from annual survey conducted during the end of January 2010.
February 2, 2010

Ashland Daily Tidings: Art From the Heart
Southern Oregon University students broke out their paintbrushes Saturday for the annual Martin Luther King Day of Service, creating a mural that will be hung in the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Medford. This project was one of many supported by Oregon Volunteers Martin Luther King Day mini-grants.
January 28, 2010

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