COMCorps an AmeriCorps Program

02/25/2026

COMCorps is tabling today at Ohio University's Spring Career and Internship Fair at Baker Center from 11 am - 3 pm! Come say hello to program staff and learn more about opportunities to join COMCorps this fall! 🫐🥕🫑

02/24/2026

Want to play sports this spring at the Athens Community Center? Register for the Inclusive Sports Sampler, a 5-week inclusive sports development program for Athens County youth ages 8+ with and without disabilities. We play together! For more information or to register: http://bit.ly/4r2XlG3

02/23/2026

For this week’s Member Monday, we recognize Kirsten Abbey for her service with Heritage Community Clinic! This is Kirsten's first year serving with COMCorps.

A fellow COMCorps member said “Kirsten puts so much effort and intentionality into the monthly pantry distribution. It's clear she cares for the neighbors who attend!” 🍅🥕🥔

Thank you for serving in COMCorps and making a difference in the region!

02/20/2026

This week's snapshot from service is from this fall, when our Nelsonville Elementary School Wellness member, Haley, was conducting hearing screenings for students. Just one of the many skills you can learn in COMCorps! 👂🎒🏫✏️

02/18/2026

🎯 Not sure what’s next? Let COMCorps be your next step!

If you’re looking for meaningful work, hands-on experience, and a way to make a real impact in Southeast Ohio, COMCorps is for you. Serve your community, build your skills, and gain valuable experience—all while earning a living stipend and an education award.

Your next move starts here. 💙

🔗 Apply now: https://linktr.ee/comcorps

02/11/2026

If you’re looking for meaningful service, hands-on experience, and a way to make a real impact in Southeast Ohio, COMCorps is for you. Build your skills and gain valuable public health experience—all while earning a living stipend and an education award.

Your next move starts here! 🍎

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https://linktr.ee/comcorps

02/09/2026

It's time for our first Member Monday of 2026! This week, we recognize Valerie Locke for her service with Community Food Initiatives. Valerie is the Garden Education Coordinator, aka our Sprouts teacher extraordinaire!

A fellow COMCorps member said, “Valerie is knowledgeable and has demonstrated a clear understanding of the COMCorps program's mission and what it means to serve via her leadership and communication skills. She is a valuable mentor, and the kids look forward to seeing her in the garden.”

Thank you Valerie for serving in COMCorps and making a difference in the region!

02/05/2026

Anyone else dreaming of warmer days? This week's snapshot from service is from Make a Difference Day at Community Food Initiatives this past October. Gilly is supervising COMCorps members Mena, Eesha & Gabe as they make raised beds using repurposed materials in the Discovery Garden at Appalachian Center for Economic Networks (ACEnet) 🥕🍅🐞🫑

02/02/2026

🌟 COMCorps Applications Are NOW OPEN! 🌟
Looking to make a real impact in Southeast Ohio? Want to gain hands-on experience in community health while serving alongside passionate individuals? COMCorps is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 service year! 🎉

As a COMCorps member, you'll:
✅ Deliver health education to schools and communities
✅ Support food security initiatives 🌱🥕
✅ Serve in schools, nonprofits, and more 🏥📚
✅ Build lifelong skills in public health, leadership, and service

Plus, members receive a living stipend, professional development opportunities, and an education award at the end of service!

Make a difference. Grow your career. Serve your community. 💙
🔗 Apply today: https://linktr.ee/comcorps
📅 Priority Deadline: April 1, 2026

12/22/2025

In accordance with Ohio University's Winter Closing, COMCorps offices will be closed from December 25th through January 2nd. COMCorps offices will re-open on Monday, January 5th. ❄

12/19/2025

Congratulations to COMCorps host site partner Community Food Initiatives for receiving the Leite Distinguished Community & Clinical Partner award at the Ohio University College of Health Sciences and Professions annual Gratitude Gathering! Congratulations to the Tomcat Bridgebuilders for being awarded as well - lots of COMCorps community partners in these photos! 🤩

12/17/2025

Exciting news from COMCorps host site NAMI Athens! NAMI Athens was awarded $1.125 million from the Medicaid Community Reinvestment Program to open a community mental health hub! “Creating this hub gives our community a place to turn—a place where people can walk in, feel supported, and know they’re not alone. This investment allows us to build something our region has needed for a very long time,” said Jordan Pepper, Executive Director of NAMI Athens.

A new community resource center run by NAMI Athens will soon expand access to mental health support in the Athens County area.