Serve Connecticut

??? The Serving Connecticut Newsletter: November Edition is available! Click here to read the newsletter: ?? https://lnkd.in/e8bC-mdF In this issue, we cover: ?? Connecticut’s ranking as one of the top 10 volunteer states ?? Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont's announcement of Serve Connecticut's Youth Service Mini Grants and the importance of youth service in the state ?? The incredible work AmeriCorps Connecticut Programs are doing to drive positive change in our communities ?? . . . and more! If you're passionate about service in Connecticut or learning more about how Connecticut is making an impact daily, subscribe to our newsletter! ?? https://lnkd.in/gymFJS-V Learn more about Serve CT and our AmeriCorps Connecticut programs: ?? https://servect.org/ #Newsletter #NewsletterShareOut #SubscribeNewsletter #Subscribe #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe #Connecticut

Grateful hearts, strong connections, and a shared commitment to service. ?? Public Allies Connecticut's recent retreat served as a powerful reminder of the importance of community, collaboration, and reflection. During this time, AmeriCorps members had the opportunity to learn more about one another, deepen relationships, discover the impact of Public Allies, and reflect on the true meaning of service. ??? We are thrilled to see the bonds that these members have developed with one another, and we cannot wait to see how they will serve Connecticut communities. ?? ?? To learn more about Public Allies in CT, click here: https://lnkd.in/eXD_xZVC ?? Stay connected and learn more about Serve CT by visiting our website: https://servect.org/ #PublicAllies #PublicAlliesCT #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe #Connecticut

Dream Big, Serve Big! ???? Serve CT was thrilled to launch our newest project, “Dream Big, Serve Big: The Sky’s The Limit,” where we asked nonprofit organizations, “if funding and capacity were not an issue, what dream project or initiative would you implement at your organization?” This was inspired by how an AmeriCorps program begins — with a dream. ? This project is an empowering reminder of the importance nonprofits have in our state and the dreams that continue to change our communities for the better. We cannot wait to see this project bloom as we continue dreaming big with change-making organizations here in Connecticut. #DreamBigServeBig #TheSkysTheLimit #NonProfit #NonProfitAlliance #ConnecticutNonProfit #CTNonProfit #Conference #CTConference #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe #Connecticut

Serve Connecticut was thrilled to be a sponsor for the CT Community Nonprofit Alliance 2024 Annual Conference! ?? Through vibrant conversations, we were able to share more about who we are at Serve CT, the powerful impact of our AmeriCorps Connecticut programs, and the ways in which we seek to build stronger communities. ??? It was inspiring to hear firsthand the stories, challenges, and dreams of those working tirelessly in the nonprofit sector. At this conference, we also launched our newest project, “Dream Big, Serve Big: The Sky's the Limit” where we encouraged attendees and organizations to share with us their organization’s biggest dream written on a star and placed on our Connecticut map. It was an empowering reminder of the importance nonprofits have in our state and the dreams that continue to change our communities for the better. We cannot wait to see this project bloom as we continue dreaming big with change-making organizations here in Connecticut. ???? More on this project will be shared soon! Thank you again to CT Community Nonprofit Alliance for hosting such an impactful event and for fostering a space where nonprofits can learn, grow, and connect. Together, we can continue making Connecticut a stronger, more vibrant place for all! #NonProfit #NonProfitAlliance #ConnecticutNonProfit #CTNonProfit #Conference #CTConference #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe #Connecticut

#BigNews: Serve CT is thrilled to share that Connecticut ranked #7 in America for formal volunteering through an organization! ??? This information has been shared out by AmeriCorps and U.S. Census Bureau's Volunteering and Civic Life in America research. We are proud of the more than one million people in Connecticut who chose to be a part of something bigger and give their time through an organization and association to make their communities stronger. Celebrate with us and learn more about the ranking and #AmeriCorps Volunteering and Civic Life in America research: https://lnkd.in/e3dYgj_r. #VolunteeringInAmerica #CivicEngagement #Volunteering #CivicLife #BestofAmerica #Volunteer #Giving #DoGood #UnitedWeServe #AmeriCorps #Connecticut #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #IWillServe

As we embrace the crisp air and season of gratitude, AmeriCorps members like ones serving in Jumpstart at Southern Connecticut State University are focused on making a meaningful impact in Connecticut communities. ?? This fall, let’s continue staying dedicated to creating positive change and supporting the growth of children, families, and communities. ? ?? Jumpstart is a national early education organization working toward the day every child in America enters kindergarten prepared to succeed. They provide language, literacy, and social-emotional programming for preschool children from under-resourced communities and promote quality early learning for all children. Since 1993, they have trained more than 58,000 college students and community volunteers to transform the lives of over 133,000 preschool children nationwide. ?? To learn more about Jumpstart and how they are making in impact daily in Connecticut: https://lnkd.in/em9WT-BA ?? To learn more about Serve CT and our AmeriCorps programs: https://servect.org/ #Jumpstart #JumpstartKids #Service #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe

Looking for an opportunity to grow, learn, and make a difference? ??? Serve Connecticut is continuing to accept Youth Service Mini-Grant funding applications until December 2, 2024! ?? ?? Check out the flyer below to learn how you can get involved! Please feel free to share out with your community and spread the word of this excellent opportunity. Mini-grants are available to support engagement of youth ages 5-25 in meaningful youth-led service or service-learning programs/projects benefiting the community during the grant term of January 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025. Qualifying projects/initiatives do not have to last the entirety of the grant term; but all funded activities and expenditures must occur within those dates. ?? ?? To find out more information about Youth Service, click here: https://lnkd.in/ek_P42M6 ?? To apply to a Youth Service Mini-Grant and learn more about qualifications for funding, click here: https://lnkd.in/e-zp2JSZ #YouthService #Youth #MiniGrants #Opportunity #FundingOpportunity #Funding #YouthFunding #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT

Happy Veterans Day from Serve Connecticut! To all who have served, we thank you today and every day. ?? #VeteransDay #Veterans #Service #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe

Last week, Serve CT joined AmeriCorps Connecticut Program, Prevention Corps, at Orientation for their newest corps! ??? The Prevention Corps program focuses on educating and empowering communities across Connecticut to end the opioid crisis. Members will deliver Narcan trainings to the community at large to prevent overdose deaths as well as educate individuals on current opioid trends, distribute information on safe storage/disposal of medication, implement education sessions on substance misuse and mental health, and create/support awareness campaigns to reduce stigma. ?? To learn more about Prevention Corps and how they are making in impact daily in Connecticut: https://lnkd.in/efwPNYgw ?? To get more involved with Prevention Corps: https://lnkd.in/eUFSfxj4 ?? To learn more about Serve CT and our AmeriCorps programs: https://servect.org/ #PreventionCorps #Orientation #NewCorps #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT #AmeriCorpsConnecticut #AmeriCorps #UnitedWeServe #IWillServe

Thank you Governor Ned Lamont and State of Connecticut - Office of the Governor for highlighting the importance of Youth-Led Service Initiatives in Connecticut. ? ?? “This is a great opportunity for youth voice and youth action to make a difference in our state through service,”?Governor Lamont said. “Getting more of our youth to the table to take an active part in community problem-solving builds better communities.” This funding opportunity is made available by a grant from the Allstate Foundation in partnership with America’s Service Commissions. Serve Connecticut is one of ten state and territorial service commissions that received a 2024 Empowering Youth-Led Service Grant to increase youth-led service opportunities in the state. To read more about Governor Lamont's announcement: https://lnkd.in/e-pUrXVE For more information on Youth Service Mini-Grants, click here: https://lnkd.in/ek_P42M6 #YouthService #YouthLedService #MiniGrants #MiniGrant #Grant #Funding #Connecticut #ServeAndBeSocial #ServeCT