AmeriCorps Week: Celebrating the Impact of Service
In recognition of AmeriCorps Week 2026, United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley hosted a full-day event bringing together 31 AmeriCorps members, program staff and partner organizations from across the Lehigh Valley. This event gave the opportunity to celebrate national service, strengthen relationships across AmeriCorps programs, engage participants in meaningful community service and provide high-quality professional development.
Both Jennifer Nicolosi and Marsha Macalush oversee the AmeriCorps Program here at United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, supporting the success of both members and our host sites.
“This week, we celebrated the incredible impact of AmeriCorps members across the Greater Lehigh Valley. From supporting our community partners to addressing critical needs, these members bring energy, dedication and real change to our communities. The United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s AmeriCorps Week convening was a wonderful opportunity to connect, reflect and highlight the collective difference being made,” shared Jennifer.
The event highlighted the collective impact of service, elevating the experiences of AmeriCorps members and reinforcing the importance of sustaining those engaged in service-oriented work. The day included opening remarks by United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Marci Lesko, in addition to structured networking, facilitated volunteer activities led by Northampton Community College and and two afternoon workshops focused on Assent Mapping taught by Marsha Macalush, Rural Outreach Specialist and Compassion Resiliency taught by Missy Wise, Assistant Director of Training Initiatives at United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley.
Your United Way is proud to have 19 AmeriCorps members serve at 11 sites for the 2025-2026 grant year, working closely with staff in the United Way office, school districts and nonprofits throughout the Greater Lehigh Valley.
