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AP: Volunteers came back to nonprofits in 2023, after the pandemic tanked participation
Thalia Beaty | Nov. 19, 2024
From foster grandparents who volunteer at an early child care center to citizen scientists who collect water quality data in remote locations, nonprofit volunteers have come back after the pandemic.
Sonya Bennett-Brandt
Wired | December 22, 2022
To take out invasive species, the US relies on crews wielding hatchets, chainsaws, and herbicide. It’s a messy, fun job—but it may not be enough to stop the spread. Sonya joins Triston Kersenbrock and a crew of AmeriCorps members as they hunt the tree of heaven. Read more on Wired.
Sally Hernandez
KXAN | December 13, 2022
Research shows the act of volunteering has both physical and mental health benefits. Atalaya Sergi, director of AmeriCorps Seniors, discusses how AmeriCorps Senior volunteers are making a difference in their community while benefiting themselves. Read more on KXAN.
Kate Snow
NBC News | December 5, 2022
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, many people around the world struggled with feelings of isolation from the loss of human connection. NBC News’ Kate Snow shares how volunteering in your community can reduce the risk of mortality and lower feelings of depression. Watch on ABC News.
Alia Wong
USA TODAY | November 22, 2022
Intensive, small-group tutoring is one of the most sound strategies for catching kids up but few schools are doing it at the scale or quality needed for it to do its job. A massive research experiment from the University of Chicago aims to finally address some of the longstanding obstacles that have prevented effective tutoring from becoming a widespread reality. Read more on USA Today.
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