Our MissionTo serve our community by using our voice to make an impact and form connections between youth volunteers.
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Our VisionTo collaborate with nonprofits to spread volunteerism throughout the community.
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Our VoiceYAB meets once a month to get to know each other, build teamwork, leadership skills, and better understand issues facing the Springfield community.
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Current Board Members
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Ansley, Greenwood Laboratory SchoolAnsley started volunteering with YVC in 2021. She is involved with many extracurriculars such as the Greenwood tennis team, JFORCE poms squad, National Honor Society, and Leadership Springfield. Ansley is looking forward to connecting with her community through volunteer work and having an active role in YVC.
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Ashlyn, Central High SchoolAshlyn is a senior at Central High and has been a volunteer for YVC for two years, dedicating time for volunteering around her community. She is a founder of an environmental conservation organization, Environmental and Community Action of the Ozarks. She is an editor for the school's yearbook, and enjoys painting, writing, watching a good movie, and being late to everything. This is her first year on the Youth Advisory Board, and is very excited to be a part of this opportunity!
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Elana, Central High SchoolThis is Elana's second year on the Youth Advisory Board and she is looking forward to many more years participating in YVC service projects. In her free time, Elana enjoys playing tennis, piano, and the flue. She loves music and is also involved in many extracurriculars at Central High School.
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KatieKatie became a member of YVC last year and is thrilled serve on YAB. She is involved in various clubs at school, including HOSA and Science Olympiad. Katie loves to swim, read, and bike as well. She hopes to become more involved with the community and explore new ways to help others.
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Keerti, Greenwood Laboratory SchoolKeerti is a junior at Greenwood Laboratory School. She enjoys playing tennis, swimming, and scuba diving. This is Keerti's second year with YVC and so far, she has had an amazing experience. Keerti likes volunteering with YVC because it allows her to make a difference in her community, meet new people, and make friends.
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Sofia, Central High SchoolSofia is a multilingual senior at Central High School and has been volunteering with YVC for two years. She is the president of a newly founded environmental volunteerism organization, Environmental and Community Action of the Ozarks (ECA). Sofia plays on the Central Volleyball Team and enjoys volleyball, soccer, tennis, swimming, and traveling. Sofia has also been playing the piano for 12 years and is a cellist in the Central Advanced Orchestra. She has dedicated a part of her life to volunteerism and values working within her community.
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Tanner, Central High SchoolTanner is a senior at Central High School, and has been a member of YVC for 3 years. He spends his time volunteering and getting involved in both his school and community. Tanner is the president and founder of Central’s Technology Student Association, and is president of the Future Business Leaders of America. Tanner has a strong interest in science and engineering, and plans to pursue a career in research. Tanner loves going to Table Rock Lake in the summer; playing golf, soccer, and volleyball; and spending time with his friends. Tanner is very thankful to be able to contribute to his community, and wants to make a difference in any way he can.
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Zabelle, Springfield Catholic High SchoolZabelle is a senior at Springfield Catholic High School. Outside of YVC, she is in the National Honor Society and the National Art Honor Society, is a president of the UNICEF club, and participates in a number of other service clubs. By holding a fundraiser, she was able to aid in crisis relief for Lebanon. She also enjoys volunteering in various YVC projects. With YVC, she hopes to further address and work hard to limit her communities struggles.
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