HandsOn Greater Phoenix

🌟 Big Thanks to Salt River Project Volunteers!🌟

A massive shoutout to all the incredible SRP volunteers who have already rolled up their sleeves for our new Drink Up initiative! Your hard work in sticker-ing water bottles and writing inspiring notes is not only promoting reusable practices but also making a real difference for at-risk youth through our partner, A New Leaf.💧📝✨

We’re excited to invite other companies and teams to explore these micro-volunteer opportunities —it’s a fantastic way to contribute to a greener planet and support impactful causes with only 30 minutes!

Learn how your company can get involved at https://www.handsonphoenix.org/companies

🇺🇸 Honor 9/11 with a Week of Service 🇺🇸

We remember and honor those that we lost on September 11, 2001 by building a better tomorrow.

This September, let’s turn our reflection into action. Join us for a week-long service campaign from September 7th to 13th, dedicated to commemorating the spirit of resilience and unity that emerged from 9/11.

We need passionate volunteers like YOU to help us give back to the community. From preparing meals to crafting with the family, we have a little bit for everyone.

Learn more at https://www.handsonphoenix.org/september-11

Hello, Lahayla! 👋

Lahayla is our newest addition to the HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA team. She will be spending her year of service at the City of Phoenix- Office of Sustainability as a Solar Facilitator.

Throughout her year as a VISTA, Lahayla hopes to engage the Office of Sustainability with its larger Phoenix community to help facilitate meaningful relationships between the City and those who call it home to foster an environment of community learning and growth. Lahayla is hopeful that by the end of her program she can take away knowledge on practicing equitable community engagement and leave behind the tools to continue to consider equity as a foundational pillar on which sustainability stands.

WELCOME TO THE TEAM 💚💙

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🌟 Huge thanks to Fidelity for their incredible volunteering efforts in improving West High School - Salt Lake City for their 2024 transformation day!

Fidelity volunteers created a de-escalation room for students, painted a mural in the day care wing, made over a conference room, touched up the landscaping around campus, refreshed the West High panther mascot mural, added a cup mural, organized the theater department's storage, and more!

Your dedication and support mean the world to us. Together, we're making a real difference! 🙌

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The first day of school is approaching and we need YOU to help students succeed in the classroom! 🍎📚

Your Experience Counts (YEC) is looking for new volunteers to mentor students to achieve academic success and social-emotional development in our young learners. Use your knowledge and skills to tutor K -6th grade students to grade-level understanding in reading, math, and/or science. Or pop into a study hall to support high schoolers in Mesa.

By giving just 2 hours a week of your time, you can deeply impact a student's life.

So, what are you waiting for? Check out https://www.handsonphoenix.org/YEC to learn more and how to apply!

Three cheers for Ruby 🎉🥳

A big congratulations to Ruby for completing their year of service as a HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA! Ruby acted as the Volunteer Program Assistant at the S'edav Va'aki Museum - formerly Pueblo Grande Museum. This year, Ruby learned the importance of community input when making decisions for the community you serve. They got really good at making surveys, but most importantly, Ruby connected with others who care about the mission of the museum.

As this is Ruby's last day, in their next chapter they are seeking employment with nonprofits, the arts, and cultural institutions in the field of GLAM (galleries, libraries, archives, museums), and Ruby is looking into Master's programs that suit those areas.

Thank you for your service Ruby, the HandsOn team wishes you all the best in your next endeavor! 💙💚

-Volunteer by your love language-

Identifying your love language can help to understand how you naturally show appreciation to others. As civic participants we can utilize our love languages to recognize ways in which we can help your neighbors and community members. Find out which opportunities best suit you to serve others.

Interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities? Visit https://www.handsonphoenix.org/calendar

We are so grateful for amazing community members like Mesa Data Center! Thanks to their generosity the HandsOn team was able to complete two Summer STEM Camps to students in Mesa Public Schools. We nearly doubled the number of students that were able to attend the free camp that enriched their learning and exploration of topics in science, technology, engineering, and math.

We cannot forget about the spectacular volunteers that helped the students with their hands on experiments and capstone projects. Thank you to everyone involved!

Drum roll please ...🥁

The HandsOn team is welcoming Paige to the AmeriCorps VISTA team. Paige will be dedicating her year towards alleviating poverty as a E-Mobile Equity Outreach Program Specialist at the City of Phoenix, AZ USA, Office of Sustainability. Paige is hopeful that her time as an AmeriCorps VISTA will provide her with new experiences and connections that will benefit her career in the future.

We are all so excited to have you!

Meet our newest AmeriCorps VISTA member, Lucille 🥳

Lucille will be spending their service at the S'edav Va'aki Museum - formerly Pueblo Grande Museum as a volunteer program assistant. Through their time at the museum, Lucille hopes to build capacity for the museum, further their professional development, and learn new skills in the museum field. Throughout the year long commitment as a HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA member, Lucille to growing as a person and push myself to new heights. Lucille has always loved museums and cultural anthropology, so they feel right at home working and helping at the Museum.

Welcome to the HandsOn team!

Announcing our new AmeriCorps VISTA ✨ Alyssa ✨

She is joining the Office of Innovation at the City of Phoenix. Alyssa chose to serve with HandsOn and the City of Phoenix Office of Innovation because she believes in the power of creativity and forward-thinking to solve complex problems. Innovation is at the heart of progress towards a brighter future for both people and the planet, and there’s no better place to start than by connecting individuals with opportunities for meaningful community engagement.

Welcome Alyssa, We are so happy to have you on the team!

Looking for a way to brighten someone's day and your own? Volunteer with us this week!

Every action, big or small, makes a world of difference. Whether its chatting with veterans over a game of cards, cooking up a meal for homeless youth, or bowling a spare with adults at Civitan House.

Visit https://www.handsonphoenix.org/calendar to sign up.

WE'RE HIRING!

HandsOn Greater Phoenix is looking for someone to manage the planning and ex*****on of our large-scale days of service and corporate engagement projects.

We are looking for someone ready to use their knowledge of tools and landscaping to make a difference in the community. If you are prepared to jump into a fast-paced environment that works to improve Title I schools, veteran homes, and partner nonprofit agencies, then we have just the job for you!

Ready to take the next step? Visit https://www.handsonphoenix.org/joinourteam for the complete position description and application details.

Thank you Blain for your dedication and hard work over the last six years with the HandsOn Greater Phoenix team!

Blain has spent his time building the HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA program. The success of this program can be attributed to Blain's passion for national service. He has impacted so many lives through his determination to help our partner organizations and VISTA members develop and grow over the years.

The HandsOn team will miss Blain's organizational tools, out-of-the-box ideas and trendy gadgets. His unique perspective on organizational topics has shaped HandsOn in countless ways.

As we bid you a farewell, we are so excited to see the next step in your journey. We wish you the very best.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Blain for all that you have done for our community!

The HandsOn team was on the road again! We partnered with The Home Depot Foundation to carryout a project in Louisville, KY.

With the help of 250 Home Depot volunteers we were able to build a laundry facility; outfit and stain the family cabins; redesign their billboard mural; create a new patio; build new fire pits, outdoor seating, a new playground area, and so much more!

The benefitting organization, Active Heroes is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that works to end Veteran Su***de.

The Active Heroes Retreat is free to active duty and retired military personnel that offers treatment for PTSD. The 150- acre property right outside Louisville, houses two cabins, archery ranges, trail systems, fire pits, and beautiful scenery to give military families a place to escape the stressors of life and reconnect to focus on what truly matters.

Active Heroes is ran by 100% volunteer staff. The work completed by the volunteers will help to maintain the Active Heroes Retreat and allow veterans and their families to continue to receive support through recreational activities and therapeutic programs for years to come.

Welcome Epiphany 👋

Epiphany joined the HandsOn team as the AmeriCorps VISTA Program Manager.

Epiphany grew up in Yuma, Arizona and has a Master's degree in Social Work with a concentration in Policy, Administration & Community, and a minor in Public Service & Public Policy from Arizona State University.

Epiphany has worked with youth and unsheltered populations through the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, as well as the Key Campus (previously Human Services Campus) via the ASU Action Nexus program. Prior to joining HandsOn, Epiphany worked with an integrated behavioral health care FQC supporting adults with behavioral health needs and those undergoing substance abuse treatment.

Epiphany seeks to use her skills and experience to create spaces that are inclusive, supportive, innovative, and foster contribution in the community to support low-income and BIPOC communities.

We are still looking to grow our team! Check out https://www.handsonphoenix.org/joinourteam to view open positions and how to apply.

Join the movement! Volunteer to break down barriers, promote mental health and find happiness in making a positive impact. Your actions can change the world, one act of kindness at a time!

Sign up to volunteer https://www.handsonphoenix.org/calendar
Learn more https://www.pointsoflight.org/global-volunteer-month/

Another one of our stellar YEC volunteers was recognized during 🌟

Thank you, Rosalie for your commitment to the Your Experience Counts (YEC) Program and to help the students and staff at Mesa Public Schools thrive!

New Calendar Project Alert 🚨

Join us for Game Night at MANA House!

Bring your A-game for this fun social event at U.S. Vets! Volunteers will play board games and/or card games with the Veterans residing at the facility. Help bring joy to those who have valiantly served our country.

Sign up at https://www.handsonphoenix.org/opportunity/a0CUi00000s4wNYMAY/game-night-at-mana-house

Get involved this and volunteer at one of our April projects! Visit our online calendar to sign up: https://www.handsonphoenix.org/calendar

April 18: Address food insecurity at AZCEND
April 20: Play yard games with adults with developmental disabilities at Civitan House
April 24: Distribute food to the community with Balsz School District
April 25: Support one of St. Vincent de Paul's gardens at the Mesa Urban Farm
April 25: Play board games with Veterans at MANA House
April 27: Manage carnival games for children at the Wilson Community Center Health Fair (Serve A Thon event!)

Congratulations, Ben! 🎉

Ben has just completed his year of service as a HandsOn Greater Phoenix AmeriCorps VISTA member at City of Phoenix, AZ USA, Office of Innovation!

Throughout his year Ben had an incredible and meaningful national service experience that allowed him to develop innovative data-driven solutions to combat real-world issues to positively impact the residents of Phoenix.

We are so pleased to share that Ben will stay onboard with the Office of Innovation as he was hired full time as an Innovation Associate.

Thank you, Ben for your hard work this year and the team is excited to see you continue your journey in improving our community!

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A big shout out to our YEC volunteer, Marc! Thank you for your commitment to the program and all that you have done to shape the lives of the students in your classroom 💙💚

Happy Global Volunteer month! HandsOn Greater Phoenix is here for your volunteer needs all month long. We have opportunities suitable for individuals, family, and businesses to connect with community partners that need your help. Thank you to the National Bank of Arizona team for donating your time to make a difference in the community!

Check out our volunteer opportunities to help out amazing nonprofits across the Valley 💙 💚

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It’s National Volunteer Month, so now is the time to get out there and get involved in your community!🤝 On March 27th, the National Bank of Arizona Human Resources team volunteered with Balsz School District through HandsOn Greater Phoenix where they helped unload the St. Mary's Food Bank truck and distributed the food to families in need. If you’re looking for how you can volunteer this month, HandsOn Greater Phoenix is a nonprofit volunteer management organization that connects volunteers with community needs. Check them out at the link below.

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🤝 Join us in making a difference during and beyond. I'm taking the pledge to plan, do, and share ways to support our community through volunteerism and civic action. Let's amplify the power of giving back! Learn more at Points of Light and take the pledge: https://www.pointsoflight.org/global-volunteer-month/pledge/ 💚💙

To wrap up we are sharing the recent successes of our HandsOn VISTA members. Congratulations to our members who hit milestones and had great accomplishments in their year of service!

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Thank you to the millions of AmeriCorps members, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, AmeriCorps VISTAs and alums! Every day, these Americans choose to make a difference in our communities through service. From supporting education to disaster recovery, environmental stewardship, economic opportunity, healthy future, veterans and military families efforts, and more, AmeriCorps demonstrates that national service is not a moment, it's a movement.

Learn more: AmeriCorps.gov/AmeriCorpsWeek

HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA members commit to one year of service to build program capacity at partner agencies. Learn from a few of our members about what they have been up to in improving the community!

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AmeriCorps week is here!

Spend the week getting to know HandsOn VISTA members and their experience wearing the 🅰️. Hear from Rachel, Nicole, and Knoa on why they chose to be an AmeriCorps VISTA member.

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