An 8th grader works on a class project at Paw Paw Middle School on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, in Paw Paw, Michigan. An AP-NORC/MTV poll found that nearly half of U.S. teens said the pandemic has made it harder to be happy and maintain their mental health. (AP Photo/Martha Irvine)
Gen Z put mental health on the map. Let them lead in solving the crisis.
Michael D. Smith | May 23, 2024
We are facing a youth mental health crisis, with one in three high school students reporting persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Together with Pinterest and the Schultz Family Foundation, AmeriCorps launched Youth Mental Health Corps to address this crisis head-on.
Marjorie Cortez
Deseret News | February 27, 2024
The legislation would create the One Utah Fellowship Program, which would pair young adults who want to serve their communities in meaningful ways with qualifying nonprofit organizations and agencies that need consistent volunteer help. Read more on Deseret News.
Maryann Pugh
MyChesco | February 26, 2024
The Serve Philadelphia VISTA program is extending an invitation to Philadelphians interested in a career that combines public service with personal growth. The program will be hosting three Open Houses where potential applicants can learn more about the opportunities on offer and the application process for the 2024-25 service term. Read more on MyChesco.
Bangor Daily News | February 25, 2024
When Mainers see people in need, we roll up our sleeves and help each other out. We have a unique sense of self-reliance in our state: local people solve local problems. It should be no surprise that thousands of community groups do this every day, pulling people together to offer neighbors a hand. Read more on Bangor Daily News.
Christopher Dakanay
Herald-Star | February 24, 2024
Hibbits’ case is one example of the impact possible through the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, one of the largest volunteer networks in the nation for seniors. Read more on Herald-Star.
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