AmeriCorps Connections

1.2  Million AmeriCorps Alumni STRONG!  We are a voice for national and community service.  We have all served in one way or another - let's engage, learn and connect with each other!  Let's Serve Life After AmeriCorps!

Today we talk with Rita Pratte
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Big ideas and takeaways from our conversation:
- Alternative Spring break with SBP
- SBP in New Orleans -
- Chose to do AmeriCorps because of domestic issues
- Federally declared disasters - AmeriCorps can set up independent operations
- AmeriCorps fills the gap and the need in a disaster
- Crisis Clean Up lists after a disaster
- Free time is regulating and getting outside!
- I love NEBRASKA!
- The Women's National Soccer Team - we love you
- The Orange Theory - helps regulate
- I love my team, they care about diversity and & equity!
- Also ....what about P!NK

What do you foresee for us Alumni? What can we do!?
1.  Community Building across the country
2. Take the leap of faith and know people are there to catch you
3. Build community and have fun!

**Alumni Connections**

Shout out!
Hosting and podcast consultation provided by Producer Dan Metivier of Time or Money Production.  Thank you Dan! (p.s., he's an AmeriCorps Alumni) Check him out on IG
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What is AmeriCorps Connections?

The AmeriCorps Connections Podcast is a space where alumni, members, and partners share how national service shapes careers, communities, and lives. Hosted by AmeriCorps alum Nicki Fiocco, each episode highlights stories of resilience, leadership, and purpose—showing that while service terms may end, the impact and connections continue.

Tune in each week on your favorite podcast platform to listen, follow, subscribe, and share. Check it out and be part of the ongoing story of service.

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