by America Learns | Mar 17, 2023 | AmeriCorps, Events
The following is a guest blog post from Sharon Tewksbury-Bloom at Be Good, Do Good. ______________ Why AmeriCorps? It’s a question that every member who signs up will ponder after being confronted by that confused aunt who just won’t drop it. It’s a question...
by America Learns | Feb 22, 2023 | AmeriCorps, Events
Before the pandemic, one in three AmeriCorps members who started service did not complete it. For many programs, this statistic has only worsened with the increased social and economic stressors of the last few years. This is an issue not only for the AmeriCorps...
by America Learns | Jan 25, 2023 | AmeriCorps, Events
Esprit de Corps. Community. A sense of belonging. Being part of something bigger than yourself. However you describe it, this is the intangible benefit of a great AmeriCorps experience. It is transformational when it all comes together. If your program has this,...
by America Learns | Jan 9, 2023 | Events
We’re thrilled to be partnering with Do Good, Be Good to bring a workshop to AmeriCorps members nationwide on concrete steps one can take to better manage time, set clear, effective boundaries, and develop other healthy habits for one’s work life. During...
by America Learns | Feb 8, 2022 | AmeriCorps, Events, News
We’re so happy to announce that our AmeriCorps practice is a lead sponsor of this year’s three National Service Training regional events, hosted by America’s Service Commissions (ASC) — the national association of state service commissions. “We are...
by America Learns | Jan 18, 2022 | AmeriCorps, Events, News
In partnership with Do Good, Be Good, we’re hosting three-time VISTA volunteer Tanya Burgess to lead a workshop for AmeriCorps members, alumni, and applicants on the best ways to budget and save while living on an AmeriCorps Living Allowance (or less than a...