AmeriCorps Seniors in Utah
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Utah’s communities are stronger because of the wisdom, compassion, and dedication of older adults who choose to serve. Through AmeriCorps Seniors, individuals age 55+ turn a lifetime of skills and experience into meaningful impact — supporting students, assisting older adults, and meeting critical community needs.
Our Impact
In 2025, Utah’s AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers used their skills and experience to strengthen communities, support children and older adults, and meet critical local needs — improving the lives of thousands across the state.
2,139
volunteers
served in 28 counties across the state.
442k+
hours served
equivalent to 1,212 hours served every day of 2025
4,192
children
served with 83% reporting educational or developmental gains
2,683
adults
supported with independent living and respite with 79% reporting increased social support
Who can serve?
AmeriCorps Seniors is open to individuals age 55 and older. Volunteers in the Senior Companion and Foster Grandparent programs must meet income eligibility guidelines (at or below $2,660 per month for a one-person household or $3,606 per month for a two-person household; medical expenses may be deducted). The RSVP program does not have income requirements.
How can I serve?
When you join AmeriCorps Seniors, you choose how you want to give back. Help a struggling child learn to read. Deliver groceries to an elderly neighbor. Support a family impacted by natural disaster. These are just a few of the service opportunities available to you through AmeriCorps Seniors.
Find the program that's right for you
Ready to get involved? Discover the AmeriCorps Seniors programs in Utah and choose the path that matches your passion and skills.
AmeriCorps Seniors Benefits
Explore all the benefits of serving as an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer.
Health and wellness
AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers experience decreased anxiety, depression, and loneliness. 84% of volunteers report stable or improving health after one year of service.
Self-improvement
See the daily impact of your service as you build on the skills you already have and develop new ones.
Stipend
Some programs offer a modest tax-free stipend to qualified, low-income volunteers.
Community
Connect with others and be part of something bigger. 88% of volunteers who felt a lack of companionship reported fewer feelings of isolation after becoming an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer.
New skills
AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers often tap their wealth of experience and wisdom and channel it in new directions.
Insurance
Most programs offer accident, personal liability, and excess automobile liability insurance.