Stories from the Field

  • Large dark blue "Leslie" sign

    The Power of Rural Service: Leslie, Where Service Feels Personal

    The town of Leslie, recognized as the “Whittling Capital of America,” exemplifies strong community spirit through volunteerism, garnering the Volunteer Community of the Year Award in 2024. With 182 volunteers contributing around 7,000 hours, Leslie’s initiatives enhance local pride and resilience, showcasing how small communities can create significant impacts.

  • Pfeifer Camp AmeriCorps Counselor with campers in front of Pfeifer Camp Garden shed.

    97 Years and Counting: Pfeifer Kiwanis Camp on Building Service, Growth, and Community

    Pfeifer Kiwanis Camp, established in 1929, offers a transformative outdoor experience for Arkansas youth, ages 9–14. With a commitment to accessibility, the camp provides free programs that foster personal growth and community. AmeriCorps members enhance this mission, developing leadership skills while mentoring campers, thereby creating lasting impacts on both groups.