AmeriCorps Week celebrates national service

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By Brandon Rendon, Washington Service Corps

March 8 to 14, 2026, the Washington Service Corps celebrates the incredible contributions of AmeriCorps members across Washington state. These individuals show up every day with commitment, compassion and a belief that we build stronger communities through action.

Three logos: Washington Reading Corps, Washington Service Corps, AmeriCorps

As part of the federal AmeriCorps program, the Washington Service Corps is proud to support members serving in all AmeriCorps focus areas: education, economic opportunity, environmental stewardship, disaster preparedness, healthy futures, and supporting veterans and military families. They serve with a variety of nonprofit, government, community and faith-based organizations.

Last year, members logged nearly 120,000 hours of community service. Some of their many achievements include:

  • Tutoring and giving academic support to 7,522 youths.
  • Improving 1,877 acres of public lands.
  • Delivering over 7 million lbs. of food through food banks. 

Every year, their work reaches every corner of our state, helping people gain skills, access resources, and build pathways to stability and opportunity.

Barragan Sandoval kneels in the dirt in a pasture, planting several native plants with a trowel.
Yarelli Barragan Sandoval serves with the Native Plant Salvage Foundation as a service learning and outreach coordinator. She educates the public with hands-on learning about native plants, such as trail maintenance, restoration, and nursery stewardship. Go to the Native Plant Salvage Foundation website to learn more about this organization.
Mansaray kneels during planting, pausing to smile at the camera.
Almi Mansaray serves with Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group as a sustainability coordinator. In this photo, she’s planting native trees and shrubs to improve habitat for migrating salmon. Read about the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group on its website.
Michelle and Dayler sit at a table with a laptop computer and smile at each other. The tablecloth says "Digital Equity."
Michelle Jellinghaus (left) and Dayler Thurman-Williams serve with the Seattle Housing Authority as “digital navigators.” They help Seattle residents in low-income and senior housing with basic computer skills. They also help people navigate health care options online. Learn more about the Seattle Housing Authority on its website.

To our members: Thank you for your dedication, your resilience, and your belief in what’s possible when we serve together.

To our partners and host sites: Thank you for creating spaces where service can thrive.

To our alums: Thank you for continuing to lead in your communities long after your service term ends.

This and every week, we honor your service. Washington is stronger because of you.  

Go to the Washington Service Corps website to learn more and become a member or a host site. 

The Washington Service Corps is administered by the Employment Security Department.