California Volunteers

California Volunteers We are the state office tasked with engaging Californians in service, volunteering and civic action.

Led by the state’s Chief Service Officer, Josh Fryday, California Volunteers is the state office tasked with engaging Californians in service, volunteering and civic action to tackle our State’s most pressing challenges while mobilizing all Californians to volunteer and serve in their communities. The service initiative was launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to build

on the efforts of California Volunteers to establish a statewide volunteer corps to help with the state’s response to emergencies and disasters. California Volunteers also administers the AmeriCorps programs in California with over 80 programs providing critical services to more than 160,000 Californians annually.

Service doesn’t stop when a term ends.💙🧡Three California Service Corps alumni recently volunteered at Assemblymember Jes...
06/05/2026

Service doesn’t stop when a term ends.💙🧡

Three California Service Corps alumni recently volunteered at Assemblymember Jessica Caloza inaugural Assembly District 52 Block Party and Community Resource Fair, continuing their commitment to strengthening communities through service.🥰

Representing California Service Corps, the alumni supported event operations, connected with community members and had the opportunity to share their service experiences with Assemblymember Caloza and her staff.💞

From their service terms to community events like this, California Service Corps alumni continue to show up, give back and make a difference where it matters most.💪✨

Learn more and get involved at 👉 CAServiceCorps.com

Director Josh Fryday joined UCLA College Corps fellows, community host partners and campus leaders at this year’s UCLA C...
06/04/2026

Director Josh Fryday joined UCLA College Corps fellows, community host partners and campus leaders at this year’s UCLA College Corps End-of-Year Ceremony celebrating the incredible impact of Cohort 4. 🎓✨

The evening recognized the dedication, service, and hard work fellows brought to communities across Los Angeles throughout the academic year — and the partnerships that helped make that impact possible.💪💞

Director Fryday shared a few words recognizing the fellows’ commitment to serving others and thanked the community organizations, faculty, and campus leaders who continue to support the next generation of civic leaders through College Corps.💙🧡

Congratulations to this year’s UCLA College Corps Corps fellows for an outstanding year of service and impact! 🎉🎓

06/04/2026

Looking for a way to serve, build skills, and make an impact? 💙

AmeriCorps California is recruiting for paid service opportunities across the state. Whether you're interested in education, climate action, disaster response, food security, or community service, there’s a place for you to grow while giving back.

Already completed a California Service Corps term? You may be eligible to serve again through another program and continue your service journey.

Explore opportunities and apply at CAServiceCorps.com.


City Year Sacramento City Year Alumni Association CivicSpark Junior Giants

06/03/2026

Meet Christopher, a Youth Service Corps member with San Diego’s Employ & Empower program. 💙

Through his internship with city government, Christopher is gaining firsthand experience in public service while learning how local government works behind the scenes to support communities.💪✨

By building professional skills, exploring career pathways, and connecting with mentors, he’s preparing for a future of impact and leadership.🙂

California Service Corps opens doors to meaningful experiences that help young people discover their potential and serve their communities.💙🧡

Learn more at 👉 CAServiceCorps.com.

City of San Diego

06/01/2026

Priscilla Salcedo, Director of Community Impact at FIND Food Bank, highlights the power of volunteerism and youth leadership during the ABC Palm Springs telethon. 💙

Through programs like California Climate Action Corps, young people are gaining hands-on experience in food rescue, service, and community impact while building skills that support their educational and career goals.🪴✨

Service creates pathways to opportunity. 💙🤝🧡

Learn more at 👉 CAServiceCorps.com

05/29/2026

Marcus Strother, Executive Director of MENTOR California, highlights the impact of the California Men’s Service Challenge in Anaheim — where more than 100 young men came together for a day of mentorship, leadership, and service. 💪

The statewide initiative aims to recruit 10,000 men to step up as coaches, mentors, and volunteers supporting the next generation across California.

Young people connected with career pathways, mentorship opportunities, and a strong network of community support thanks to partners including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County, Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, Anaheim Fire And Rescue, and California Volunteers.

Learn more at MensServiceChallenge.com

Climate action starts in our neighborhoods.🤝🪴California Climate Action Corps fellow Abby Golde is helping reduce methane...
05/28/2026

Climate action starts in our neighborhoods.🤝🪴

California Climate Action Corps fellow Abby Golde is helping reduce methane emissions in the City of Oakland - Local Government by supporting organic waste diversion and repurposing salvage lumber from construction projects into community garden beds.🪵🪴

Her work is proof that climate action doesn’t just happen at the policy level — it happens right here in our neighborhoods, with all of us.💙🧡

Ready to make an impact? Apply today 🔗 CAServiceCorps.com

From College Corps Fellow to UC Berkeley University Medalist 🎓✨Congratulations to Charles Long on receiving UC Berkeley’...
05/27/2026

From College Corps Fellow to UC Berkeley University Medalist 🎓✨

Congratulations to Charles Long on receiving UC Berkeley’s highest honor for a graduating senior, the University Medal. Charles’ journey is a powerful reminder of what’s possible through resilience, service, and determination.💪✨

As a College Corps Fellow, Charles dedicated himself to uplifting others through mentorship and advocacy. He tutored incarcerated men through UC Berkeley’s Teach in Prison program at San Quentin, mentored justice-involved youth in Bay Area juvenile halls through Incarceration to College and became a leader in Underground Scholars. In every space he served, Charles brought lived experience, compassion, and leadership.

Now, he graduates from UC Berkeley with a 4.0 GPA and a legacy of impact that will continue far beyond campus.

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate one of our fellows whose story reflects the heart of service: using personal experience to create change for others.
Congratulations, Charles — California is cheering you on. 💛🐻

Read full article 🔗https://bit.ly/4u39Xhk

University of California

This , California is celebrating historic investments in youth mental health and building new pathways for the next gen...
05/27/2026

This , California is celebrating historic investments in youth mental health and building new pathways for the next generation of leaders.💪✨

Through California Youth Mental Health Career Pathways, part of a broader national Youth Mental Health Corps initiative, young people across the state can explore careers in behavioral health, strengthen communities and help create spaces of connection, belonging and support.🤝💞

From peer mentorship to wellness coaching and community-based care, these efforts are helping expand access to mental health resources while empowering young Californians to lead with purpose and service. 💙🧡

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