Up2Us VISTA

Taleek Norman: Creating Lasting Impact Through National Service

Taleek Norman: Creating Lasting Impact Through National Service

Through Taleek Norman’s multiple AmeriCorps service terms through Up2Us Sports as a Coach and VISTA at NYC’s Equity Design, he has become a pillar of his community, catalyzing teamwork and personal development both among his students and fellow coaches.

Announcing our 2024 Service Members of the Year!

Announcing our 2024 Service Members of the Year!

We are pleased to announce our 2024 Coaches and VISTAs of the Year for their exemplary service and commitment to serving and mentoring students nationwide.

AmeriCorps Week 2024: AmeriCorps Is Not a Moment, It’s a Movement

AmeriCorps Week 2024: AmeriCorps Is Not a Moment, It’s a Movement

AmeriCorps will lead the celebration of AmeriCorps Week 2024 during the agency’s 30th anniversary. The theme, AmeriCorps is not a moment, it’s a movement, demonstrates the hundreds of thousands of members and volunteers, and the millions of alumni, who have committed to get things done for America for the past three decades.

Service Members Reflect on National Mentoring Month

Service Members Reflect on National Mentoring Month

Each January, MENTOR unites communities for National Mentoring Month. We are proud to join MENTOR by amplifying the voices of three of our AmeriCorps service members this month.

Up2Us Coaches, VISTAs, Staff Honor Hispanic Heritage Month

Up2Us Coaches, VISTAs, Staff Honor Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month runs annually from September 15 - October 15 and this year, Up2Us Sports’ Hispanic and Latinx coaches, VISTAs, and staff proudly shared about their Hispanic heritage, their culture and how it has shaped who they are and the work they do in the SBYD field.

Summer VISTA Spotlight: Emily, Berronte, Sophia and Benito

Summer VISTA Spotlight: Emily, Berronte, Sophia and Benito

Summer VISTA Cohort Leader Tyree Beard talks to fellow Summer VISTAs Emily, Berronte, Sophia and Benito - all current or former athletes who  share common experiences - to share what sports has taught them.