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Washington State Volunteer Award Winner: Rick Sipe

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AmeriCorps Week: Jennifer Cope, Creating a safe spot for students

Being able to help a student who was struggling so much was a great feeling and is a reminder of why I wanted to do this, and why I continue to. I know that being there provides support to these kiddos.

AmeriCorps Week: Matthew Ciravella, Preparing communities for disaster

Right away, I started taking the trainings I needed in order to be integrate myself with the rest of my team. I began learning about the FEMA incident command system and other important tools that form the core elements of disaster response.

AmeriCorps Week: Molly Monhahan, Creating healthy futures through food

There are students who "always hated squash, but love this stew;" kids who brought recipes home and made it with their family; kids who asked for cookbooks for Christmas and kids who brought seeds to garden class hoping to plant them with their friends.

Earth Corps: Celebrating AmeriCorps Week by actualizing equity in action

Environmental nonprofit EarthCorps is an AmeriCorps grantee that welcomes young environmentalists from across the United States to Seattle for a hands-on training program. Colloquially known as Corps Members, participants learn technical skills in restoration by developing and supporting long-term sustainability plans throughout the region. EarthCorps��"� Corps Members are tomorrow��"�s leaders, change makers, and environmentalists, but historically, inequities have created additional obstacles for low-income BIPOC youth.

AmeriCorps Week: Gian Rosario EmpowerED: Bridging the digital divide

I assist patrons facing technology access challenges offering guidance to overcome limited computer knowledge and helping them acquire vital digital skills for success in both life and work. As a digital navigator, I serve a diverse community, with a focus on adult learners in underserved areas.

AmeriCorps Week: Kristin Ashely, Taking Service by the reigns

Ashley is describing what goes on during equine therapy sessions. She co-leads them once a month for women veterans Wild Cove Farm as part of her service in Vet Corps. Vet Corps is an AmeriCorps-funded national service program designed to help veterans and their families navigate the transition from the military to civilian life.

AmeriCorps Week: Livia Spencer A transformative professional journey while addressing climate change

The challenges and opportunities I encountered have molded me into as more adaptable, communicative and strategic professional. The skills I've curated during this period are not just specific to environmental work, they're universal assets that will undoubtedly propel me forward in my career."