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A Helpful (Unofficial) Digital Training Guide for New AmeriCorps Members

Whole Whale

Just to be clear from the beginning of this guide, Whole Whale is not directly affiliated or funded by AmeriCorps (though there are alumni on our staff), but we ARE huge fans of the program. When a volunteer or new employee jumps into a new role that requests digital expertise, there is a natural learning curve that must be climbed.

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Guest Post: Why it’s worth allowing volunteers to lead (even when it’s uncomfortable)

Twenty Hats

Two years ago, a long-time volunteer “retired” from her position with the ceramics program, giving another volunteer an opportunity to transition to that role. Krista Gilmore, CVA has worked for Cecil County (MD) Department of Community Services since November 2004 and currently oversees an AmeriCorps Seniors program.

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'I Truly Believe That Education is the Antidote for Ignorance, Poverty and War'

ASU Lodestar Center

Before becoming a Public Ally, I somewhat understood the nonprofit sector, since the year before I had served as a City Year Corps Member in Chicago through AmeriCorps. Consequently, my desire to play a role in transforming the world has truly been ignited.

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Life at Double the Donation | Meet the Team, Career Experience & More

Double the Donation

As we’re hiring across a range of roles, we aim to recruit outstanding candidates who are eager to hit the ground running. I haven’t always been in a product role, though. I joined the Double the Donation Partnerships team a little over six months ago, and I truly love my role, my colleagues, and the company I work for.

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How can nonprofit organizations improve accountability to the populations they serve?

ASU Lodestar Center

Natalia Winberry completed her undergraduate studies at Beloit College in 2007 and started her career in 2008 as an AmeriCorps VISTA in Phoenix, Arizona. After completing her AmeriCorps VISTA term, Natalia served in a variety of roles at the International Rescue Committee working on refugee resettlement programs.

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Public Allies: A Story of Impact

ASU Lodestar Center

As a program specialist, you may think that I am limited to one program or role, that however, is not the reality. Performing these tasks and filling the numerous and varietal roles gave me time to expand my professional capabilities while guiding the direction of my career. My AmeriCorps service has been invaluable.

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Public Allies: A Story of Impact

ASU Lodestar Center

As a program specialist, you may think that I am limited to one program or role, that however, is not the reality. Performing these tasks and filling the numerous and varietal roles gave me time to expand my professional capabilities while guiding the direction of my career. My AmeriCorps service has been invaluable.

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