An interview with John Barton, the newest member of The Hub’s team

We at The Hub are thrilled to announce the newest addition to The Hub’s team, John Barton.
AmeriCorps VISTAs Learn More About BIPOC Experiences in WV

West Virginia has a rich history and that history includes many BIPOC West Virginians, many of whom have done amazing work for their communities.
An Interview with Jakeya Perrin, the newest addition to The Hub team

We at The Hub are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team at The Hub. Jakeya Perrin is continuing her VISTA service in the larger role of Racial Equity VISTA.
An interview with Courtney Summers, the newest addition to The Hub team

We at The Hub are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team, Courtney Summers. Courtney will serve as the Community Coaching VISTA Leader.
VISTAs of West Virginia: Dara Vance Gives Back to Appalachia to Honor Her Family’s History in Its Hollers

Connecting with your roots is a special thing. In a world that is increasingly diverse and changing, there is something wonderful about feeling connected to a place. It’s even more important when you can turn that journey of self-discovery into an opportunity to make the lives of those in that place better.
VISTAs of West Virginia: Malcom Johnson Chose to Serve the Community His Family Has Called Home for Generations

Monticello is a historically Black neighborhood with a rich culture and close-knit community. Malcom Johnson, a current AmeriCorps Volunteer in Service to America (VISTA), grew up there and holds a special place in his heart for the people who make up the community.
VISTAs of West Virginia: Michelle Dayton Explores Her Hometown Like A Tourist and It Leads Her Volunteer Work Beautifying Petersburg

Michelle loves her hometown because of the community around her and the way of life. There is something comforting knowing that everything she needs is right around her.
VISTAs of West Virginia: Michaela Collins Takes Her Love of Appalachia’s Land from Southeastern Ohio to West Virginia

Michaela, who is the Environmental Education and Outreach VISTA with FODC, dedicated her education, and now her life’s work, to the land. That is why this VISTA opportunity spoke to her.
VISTAs of West Virginia: Courtney Summers Chose West Virginia to Be Home and She Hopes More Young People Will Follow

Courtney Summers moved to West Virginia to be an AmeriCorps VISTA in Fairmont. She is hopeful that more young people will choose to make the Mountain State home.
VISTAs of West Virginia: Jakeya Perrin Rediscovers Her College Town and Sees A Bright Future for West Virginia

Jakeya Perrin spent years in Elkins as a college student, but it wasn’t until she became an AmeriCorps VISTA that she truly connected with the community off of the Davis & Elkins College campus.