Running an AmeriCorps program means showing up for people—day in and day out. It means leading with heart and navigating complexity, even when the systems around you feel like they’re working against you.
That kind of work takes perseverance. It takes clarity. And it deserves tools that make the important parts easier—not harder.
Dolly Greenhalgh, National Program Director at Playworks, knows the weight of that responsibility. She leads both National Direct and State grants and needed systems that matched her team’s dedication — not ones that added more strain.
For years, her team was stuck using a tool that didn’t reflect how their program actually worked. It slowed members down. It made timesheets a pain. And it left Dolly constantly chasing data instead of leading with it.
So they made a change.
“We’ve been using the America Learns system for timesheets for the past two years — and we absolutely love it.”
What Changed Everything: A Timesheet App That Respects How Members Work
Playworks AmeriCorps members don’t sit at desks. They’re out in schools, on playgrounds, in communities. Asking them to log time at a computer just didn’t make sense.
“The biggest game-changer has been having a mobile app for our AmeriCorps members to submit their timesheets. That’s been huge.”
Since switching:
- Timesheet submissions became faster and more accurate
- Deadlines got met without the stress
- The system was customized to feel like it belonged to Playworks — their language, their rhythm, their mission
This isn’t just about compliance. It’s about dignity. It’s about giving teams a way to work that feels aligned with who they are and what they care about.
Technology Is Only as Good as the People Behind It
Dolly’s trust didn’t come from the features alone. It came from feeling supported.
“The America Learns team has been so wonderful — they offer support at the drop of a hat and provide resources that actually make onboarding easier.”
“We love how open and welcoming they are — how thirsty for feedback they are. We’ve seen some of our ideas come to life.”
They didn’t just adopt a new system. They gained a partner.
“They’re always trying to improve the system and make it more user-friendly — and better for compliance.”
You Don’t Need to Do More with Less. You Need Tools That Do Right by You.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re working harder than your systems are — you’re not alone.
But it doesn’t have to stay that way.
“We definitely recommend America Learns to any and all AmeriCorps programs. If you want a better timesheet system — one that’s more accurate, easier to use, and helps keep compliance in check — this is it.”
Let’s Build Infrastructure That Honors Service
This isn’t about software. It’s about making sure that those who serve are seen, supported, and set up to succeed.
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