ServeOhio

ServeOhio ServeOhio empowers local communities to mobilize AmeriCorps and community volunteer resources to meet their most challenging needs.

ServeOhio is the state's Commission on Service and Volunteerism created to empower local communities to mobilize AmeriCorps members and volunteer resources for the purpose of building a stronger Ohio. ServeOhio is authorized under section 121.40 of the Ohio Revised Code and is purposed specifically to administer grants in Ohio under the federal National & Community Service Trust Act of 1993. Throu

gh collaborations and partnerships with nonprofit, government, and community organizations across the state, ServeOhio increases the effective utilization of AmeriCorps members and community volunteers working to address the state's frontline issues in education, health, economic opportunity, and environmental stewardship.

Today we extend our heartfelt appreciation to Pamela Steurer as she concludes her tenure as Commission Chair. Pamela has...
05/27/2026

Today we extend our heartfelt appreciation to Pamela Steurer as she concludes her tenure as Commission Chair. Pamela has served as a commissioner for nine years, spending much of that time on the executive committee and leading as Chair for the past several years.
Her steady leadership, thoughtful guidance, and unwavering commitment have shaped our work in meaningful ways. We are deeply grateful for her consistent service and the time, energy, and care she has poured into this commission.
Please join us in thanking Pamela for her outstanding contributions and in wishing her all the very best in her next chapter. Her impact will be felt for years to come.

🎉 Congratulations to our 2025–26 AmeriCorps LeaderCorps Members! 🎉Last week, ServeOhio celebrated the completion of this...
05/15/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2025–26 AmeriCorps LeaderCorps Members! 🎉
Last week, ServeOhio celebrated the completion of this year’s LeaderCorps program and the incredible leadership shown by our members throughout the year. During the closing ceremony, participants reflected on their growth, shared stories of service impact, connected with AmeriCorps alumni, and took part in meaningful community service projects—both indoors and outdoors.
From personal reflections to goal‑setting sessions, from recognition of achievements to hands‑on service, the day captured the heart of what LeaderCorps is all about: building strong leaders committed to strengthening Ohio’s communities.
Thank you to each LeaderCorps member for your dedication, creativity, and commitment to serving others. Your impact this year has been tremendous, and we can’t wait to see how you continue to lead as changemakers across the state. 💙🤝

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Celebrating Steve Hanson from the Stratford Ecological Center!Over the past three...
05/13/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Celebrating Steve Hanson from the Stratford Ecological Center!
Over the past three years, Steve has contributed nearly 1,500 volunteer hours, becoming one of Stratford’s most dedicated and trusted volunteers. In 2025 alone, he gave 600+ hours, working with nearly 500 children through camps, preschool programs, farm school, and field trips—often providing their first hands‑on experiences with gardening, food systems, and nature.
Steve mentors new volunteers, leads garden teams, and helps maintain two greenhouses and 30+ raised beds, supporting Stratford’s donation of 3,000+ pounds of produce to People In Need of Delaware County. He has trained 25+ volunteers, supported major events, and plays a key role in youth education, food security, and community engagement.
Thank you, Steve, for your leadership, reliability, and heartfelt commitment! 💙🌱

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Celebrating Khushi Bhagat, Gabrielle Middleton, and Mia Walker from Hudson High S...
05/04/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Celebrating Khushi Bhagat, Gabrielle Middleton, and Mia Walker from Hudson High School’s Our Time to Shine (OTTS) inclusive theater program!
OTTS gives students with disabilities the chance to shine in full community productions. Khushi and Gabrielle have each volunteered for more than three years and six shows, while Mia has supported three productions over two years. Together, they dedicate 35–40 hours per show helping 18 student actors learn lines, dances, ASL elements, and routines—while also leading warmups, writing scripts, creating choreography, and preparing sets.
Their commitment ensures every actor receives personalized support and that families and the Hudson community can celebrate a meaningful, fully inclusive theater experience.
Thank you for championing inclusion and creativity! 💙🎭

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Celebrating Caitlyn Barton from Wi******er!Caitlyn Barton has been fortunate to d...
04/28/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Celebrating Caitlyn Barton from Wi******er!
Caitlyn Barton has been fortunate to dedicate more than 1,000 volunteer hours to youth development, agricultural education, and community leadership throughout southern Ohio. Much of this work has been accomplished alongside a small group of dedicated volunteers who help plan and carry out programs that serve more than 300 young people each year through 4-H, FFA, livestock clinics, livestock shows, and the regional sheep and goat show series, as well as youth sports activities.

Together, this group has supported fundraising efforts that contributed to meaningful improvements at the fairgrounds, including electrical upgrades and enhanced ventilation in the goat & sheep barn, as well as opportunities for high school seniors to compete at the Arizona Nationals livestock judging competition. In addition, through a community-led benefit weekend, they were able to provide significant support to a local breeder facing cancer. She has spent countless hours dedicated to help raising funds for her community when it counts.

Beyond agriculture, Caitlyn remains active in coaching youth sports, supporting Farm Bureau outreach events that engage hundreds of families each year, and serving in leadership roles such as 4-H Advisor, President of the Full House Show Series along side Timothy Humble, and board member for several local organizations. She is grateful to work alongside others who share a commitment to investing in youth and strengthening opportunities for families across the region.

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Celebrating the Teen Buddy Program in City of Dublin, Ohio - Government. Created ...
04/27/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Celebrating the Teen Buddy Program in City of Dublin, Ohio - Government.
Created during the pandemic to reduce isolation among older adults, the Teen Buddy Program has grown into a powerful intergenerational initiative. Since 2020, it has connected 200+ teens and seniors, building 100+ lasting friendships through conversations, visits, and shared activities.
In 2025 alone, 34 participants logged 620 service hours, contributing to 3,720 hours since the program began. Volunteers receive careful training and support to ensure safe, meaningful engagement that reduces loneliness, builds teen confidence and empathy, and fosters mentorship as seniors share their wisdom and experiences.
Today, the Teen Buddy Program stands as one of Dublin’s strongest community connections—enriching lives across generations. 💙🤝

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Honoring Connie Kendrick for 17 years of extraordinary service with Reserve Care ...
04/27/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Honoring Connie Kendrick for 17 years of extraordinary service with Reserve Care in Sandusky.
Since 2009, Connie has contributed 5,267+ volunteer hours, including 473 hours in 2025. Known for her compassion and reliability, she supports patients and families at the Sam and Rose Stein Care Center, helps with monthly teas, covers reception desks, stocks supplies, honors veterans, assists at events, and even couriers mail between offices.
Her dedication goes far beyond routine service—she once stayed several nights during a snowstorm to ensure patients were never without support. Through vigils, companionship, and countless acts of kindness, Connie has touched thousands of lives.
Thank you, Connie, for your unwavering commitment and remarkable heart. 💙🌼

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Celebrating Charithra Arvind, founder and president of TBKidsCentral in Olmsted F...
04/24/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Celebrating Charithra Arvind, founder and president of TBKidsCentral in Olmsted Falls!
Inspired by her own recovery from tuberculosis, Charithra created a student‑led nonprofit that provides medical supplies, hygiene kits, and educational support to children affected by TB. She leads 250+ volunteers, manages international partnerships in Kenya, India, and Uganda, and has already reached 1,500+ children with essential resources.
From shipping hygiene kits to rural schools to supporting hundreds of children abroad, Charithra dedicates countless hours each week to expanding access to care and improving health outcomes for kids worldwide. Her leadership and compassion have created meaningful, global impact.
Thank you, Charithra, for making a difference! 💙🌍

It's Global Youth Service Day! ServeOhio is proud to support 43 GYSD projects in 28 cities across Ohio, which will engag...
04/24/2026

It's Global Youth Service Day! ServeOhio is proud to support 43 GYSD projects in 28 cities across Ohio, which will engage over 2,000 youth volunteers!

GYSD is the largest service event in the world dedicated to the contributions that children and youth make 365 days of the year. The 43 GYSD projects will engage Ohio youth volunteers to create or improve community assets or infrastructure. Additionally, the projects will incorporate an education component to create long-term, sustainable change on issues and with people. Learn more about the projects: https://serve.ohio.gov/home/news-and-events/all-news/gysd26-grantees

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟Celebrating Martha McKenna Fuller of Rescue in Cincinnati!Since 2015, Martha ha...
04/23/2026

🌟 ServeOhio Award Recipient Spotlight 🌟
Celebrating Martha McKenna Fuller of Rescue in Cincinnati!
Since 2015, Martha has been a vital part of Ohio Alleycat Rescue—now leading all off‑site adoption efforts to help cats who struggle in the shelter find loving homes. In 2025 alone, she volunteered 214 hours, coordinated 80 adoptions (including long‑stay and special‑needs cats), and even transported cats herself when adopters couldn’t travel.
Since 2021, Martha has contributed 1,434 hours, driven 2,500+ miles, strengthened key partnerships, and supported volunteers and adopters every step of the way. Her dedication, creativity, and compassion have transformed outcomes for dozens of vulnerable cats.
Thank you, Martha, for your incredible impact! 💙🐾

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