Ohio's Commission on Service and Volunteerism (ServeOhio)

Who We Are:

ServeOhio empowers local communities to mobilize AmeriCorps and community volunteer resources to meet their most challenging needs. We work with leadership to develop and implement AmeriCorps programming to address the frontline issues in education, health and economic opportunity. We partner with the nonprofit, government and faith-based sectors to increase the effective utilization of AmeriCorps members and volunteers.

Our Values:

RESPECT

We come to our work with compassion, honesty, integrity and kindness. We communicate openly and value the contributions of our internal and external partners.

SERVICE

We are stewards of service and lead with passion for the work. We support high-quality AmeriCorps and volunteer programs in order to strengthen Ohio communities.

COLLABORATION

We embrace diverse ideas, perspectives, and experiences and work as a team and partner through supportive, helpful and timely communication.

INCLUSION

We strive to make our work accessible, responsive and reflective of local communities across Ohio.

ServeOhio is the state's Commission on Service and Volunteerism created to empower local communities to mobilize AmeriCorps members and volunteer resources for the purpose of building a stronger Ohio. ServeOhio is authorized under section 121.40 of the Ohio Revised Code and is purposed specifically to administer grants in Ohio under the federal National & Community Service Trust Act of 1993. Through collaborations and partnerships with nonprofit, government, and community organizations across the state, ServeOhio increases the effective utilization of AmeriCorps members and community volunteers working to address the state's frontline issues in education, health, economic opportunity, and environmental stewardship.