Press Releases
Media Contact: Renee.Bade@labor.idaho.gov Larry Vila of Montpelier was honored for his volunteer service as part of the Idaho Capital for a Day event hosted by Gov. Brad Little Wednesday, Oct. 25. Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, recognized Vila with the Idaho’s Brightest Star Award for his exemplary volunteer service. Read more.
Media Contact: micaela.deloyola-carkin@labor.idaho.gov AmeriCorps members and the Serve Idaho Commission and staff will come together for a project to benefit community schools in the Treasure Valley as part of the Sept. 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. “Our community schools serve as neighborhood gathering places where families and community members come together to enhance children’s lives […]
Gov. Brad Little appointed nine new commissioners to the Serve Idaho Commission. They add to the existing commission of 13. “The new commissioners bring a passion for volunteerism and AmeriCorps in their communities,” program manager Renee Bade said. “We are excited to welcome them to the commission to share their expertise in advancing service across […]
Media Contact: Renee Bade, renee.bade@labor.idaho.gov Serve Idaho announces $375,000 in funding for AmeriCorps planning grants Idaho nonprofit, educational, community and faith-based organizations, Indian tribes and local governments are eligible to apply for federal funding through Serve Idaho, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism. Up to five organizations will receive funding up to $75,000 each for […]