2016-2017 Make A Difference Day Service Event | Jefferson Elementary School Garden | Medford , OR
Host Site Stories
Three of our current host sites want to share their experiences working with AmeriCorps members . On the following pages you will read about the impact that our members brought to each organization and the communities they serve .
All projects must focus on one of program ’ s performance measures ( below ). Each story on the following pages focus on a project from a different performance measure . We hope that these stories give you insight to the diverse programs that UCAmeriCorps supports .
EDUCATION
Deliver educational programs that support the development of mentoring relationships . These relationships will improve youths ’ school connectedness , a key element in improving educational outcomes . The service population must be youth with a strong emphasis on those who are economically disadvantaged and in need of additional academic and / or socio-emotional supports .
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Deliver programs that help to strengthen families by improving their economic stability .
HEALTHY FUTURES
Deliver programs to increase health / wellness resources . Projects must specifically address hunger and obesity issues by increasing food resources ( including additional stocks of fresh produce ), providing nutrition education for adults , and designing and offering fitness activities .