Lead For America

Congratulations to Lead For America's Chief Financial Officer, Richard Swarttz, on six incredible years of service to America's Service Commissions! As a board member, Richard has helped guide and shape ASC, the national association representing 52 state and territorial service commissions and their impactful service programs across the United States. Lead For America is proud of our colleagues like Richard, who generously give their time and talent to promote service and its lasting impact on our country. Thank you, Richard, for your exceptional leadership and dedication!

Lead For America is honored to announce that we are a Kansas Leadership Center 2025 Leadership Transformation Grant Recipient. This incredible opportunity will provide our organization with leadership tools, principles, and strategies that will equip our members, alumni, and staff to maximize their service and leadership capacities in communities nationwide. We’re eager to deepen our learning and leadership capacity through this partnership with the Kansas Leadership Center, an internationally renowned and respected entity. #Leadership #CommunityImpact #LeadForAmerica #KansasLeadershipCenter #Transformation #Empowerment #Service

We are proud to announce that Taylor Stuckert, AICP is stepping into the role of Interim CEO of Lead For America! As the Interim CEO, Taylor will lead our programs and continue building on our vision to make service a core asset that strengthens communities across the nation. He will also continue to serve as the Executive Director of the American Connection Corps, where he has demonstrated incredible leadership over the last year since joining our team. Join us in welcoming Taylor to this new role and supporting his commitment to empower change makers everywhere! 🙌

Lead For America staff and alumni were honored to attend the Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation (KHEDF) career fair at WSU Tech , engaging with students about the transformative service opportunities available through our core programs, including the American Connection Corps. Reaching prospective members is critical in ensuring that we continue building a network of dedicated leaders committed to serving and strengthening communities nationwide.

Latinos Lead! Lead For America is excited to celebrate the many contributions of the Hispanic community to the fabric of our communities across the country. #LatinosInAction #CommunityStrong #HeritageAndService

Please join us in congratulating Annika Wooton our Q3 MVP of the Quarter! This recognition was created to celebrate the significant contributions a team member makes to the organization. Each quarter, our entire team is invited to nominate a deserving member by sharing, in their own words, what makes them MVP-worthy. Click in to read what Annika's nominator shared about her contribution and impact.

Exciting news! We've partnered with NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service to bring you an incredible opportunity. 🎓 Here's what you need to know: 🔹 The $85 application fee is waived for LFA Alumni and ACC Members. Mention your affiliation and upload your service verification letter when applying. 🔹 Two LFA/ACC members will be eligible to receive a 50% tuition scholarship for select graduate programs - a potential value of over $20,000+ per year! Eligible programs include: 🔹 MUP 🔹 MPA in Public & Nonprofit Management & Policy 🔹 MPA in Health Policy & Management ...and more exciting options!   https://lnkd.in/gUgMFxHC Stay tuned for an upcoming virtual webinar with more details on this partnership. Have questions? Reach out to us! Stay tuned for an official virtual webinar!

Where we live shapes our access to people, places, and possibilities—and right now, Hurricane Helene is putting that truth into stark focus across the Southeast. Our ACC AmeriCorps Members are facing this challenge head-on, embodying the resilience of the communities they serve. From Florida's record-breaking surge to Appalachia's historic flooding, Helene's impact is unprecedented. But in these trying times, our members are bridging divides and connecting communities like never before. Caroline in South Carolina shares, "We're making the best of what we have." Jonah adds, "Today's service may be more focused on clean up as we can do no digital equity work without power." Their words remind us that service adapts to meet the moment. Scooter in Georgia underscores why our work is crucial: "Internet services are down, showing that it's more than just a service but a needed utility." In crisis, digital connection becomes a lifeline, expanding possibilities even in the darkest hours. As we support each other through recovery, we're witnessing the power of locally-rooted leaders. Our members, with their deep community connections, are uniquely positioned to help their neighbors navigate this challenge. In the wake of Helene, our work becomes more crucial than ever. Our members are already coordinating with local partners to restore digital connections, provide resources, and support community-led recovery efforts. This experience reinforces why we do what we do—because when communities are connected, they're better equipped to face any challenge. #HurricaneHelene #CommunityResilience #ACC #AmericanConnectionCorps

📣 Hey Lead For America Alumni! 📣 The 2024 Alumni Survey is now open! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gQE7SK_D Our goal for alumni engagement is to support you in doing what you do best: serving your community and growing into the best person you can be. To do so, we need your input! Take 10 minutes to have your voice heard through the 2024 Alumni Survey. If you complete it before the deadline of Oct 31, you'll receive a super cool, limited edition alumni sticker AND be entered to win an Alumni Exchange. Your insights make all the difference — it's key to showcasing the long-term impact of national service and shaping 2025 alumni engagement that meets your unique needs. We appreciate all you’re doing to live out our shared core values and make your communities better places to work, live, and play. 

Calling all community leaders and organizations! 🏘️ Are you ready to bridge the digital divide and open up new possibilities for your community? Join us for our webinar: "Introduction to the American Connection Corps: Connecting People, Places, and Possibilities," on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024, from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET. In this hour-long session, you'll discover: ☀ ACC's mission and program goals 🤝 The vital role of host sites in connecting digitally disconnected communities 🏘 How hosting an ACC member can boost your organization's capacity 📝 Step-by-step guidance on applying to become an ACC host site Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of digital inclusion and community empowerment. Whether you're from a rural town, a bustling city, or somewhere in between, ACC has the resources to help you make a lasting impact. Register now and take the first step towards transforming your community's digital landscape. We can’t wait to meet you! https://lnkd.in/gQzKbVRC #AmericanConnectionCorps #DigitalInclusion #CommunityEmpowerment #ACC