Alumni Network
YVC Alumni

The connections you make and the lessons you learn with Youth Volunteer Corps will last a lifetime. Whether you completed your YVC experience last month or many years ago, YVC wants to remain a part of your lifelong journey. We are so excited to share that we’ve launched an Alumni Network!

The Youth Volunteer Corps Alumni Network allows our members to connect and stay engaged in their communities. Additional benefits include:

  • Stay In-the-Know:
    Stay updated with YVC happenings with exclusive access to our Alumni Newsletter, packed with the latest updates, stories, and opportunities you won’t want to miss.
  • Build Your Professional Network:
    Connect with YVC Alumni worldwide who are leaders and innovators in various sectors.
  • Share Your YVC Story:
    Reflect on YVC’s impact on your life and share it with the world.
  • Be Recognized for Your Achievements:
    Join us at the Youth Volunteer Corps Annual Summit, where we’ll celebrate your exceptional contributions!! Members of the Alumni Network are eligible to be recognized with notable honors and can nominate fellow alumni for awards, too!
  • Relive Timeless Memories:
    Take a trip down memory lane with YVC photos from the past and present, and submit some of your photos to be featured in our newsletter, social media accounts, or website.
  • Empower the Future:
    Nominate current youth volunteers for prestigious scholarships and awards, shaping the future of service and leadership.

Have another idea for the YVC Alumni Network? We’d love to hear from you! Please email us at Alumni@yvc.org.

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“YVC opened a new world for me, providing direction and a sense of purpose. It introduced me to a generous community, became a second home, and inspired my career in social impact, allowing me to help others.”

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Tomika Anderson-Smith

Tomika Anderson-Smith
Affiliate: Kansas City
Years Served: 1
Current State: California

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Tomika Anderson-Smith loves technology, nonprofit organizations, and solving big problems. She is a passionate professional who has served the nonprofit sector for over 14 years and the tech industry in various roles for the past six years. A two-time National Service alum through AmeriCorps, Tomika deeply loves and is devoted to philanthropy and service.  Tomika holds a BS from William Jewell College, a master’s in public administration/ management from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, and is a certified product manager. Outside of work, she plays and watches a lot of soccer, is a classically trained pianist, has a thing for film scores, and loves getting to know different nonprofit organizations by volunteering throughout the San Francisco community.

Jessica Hovermale

Jessica Hovermale
Affiliate: YVC Corvallis, Oregon
Years Served: 6
Current State: Oregon

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I am entering my fourth year at the University of Oregon Clark Honors College in Eugene, Oregon! I am double majoring in dance and planning, public policy, and management with a minor in nonprofit administration. I work for the City of Eugene Cultural Services department, where I am a program assistant and get help with event planning and communication. I love traveling and volunteering whenever I can! In my free time, I love hiking, reading, surfing, choreographing, spending time with my cat, and baking.

Alyssa Barrett

Alyssa Barrett
Affiliate: YVC Western Connecticut
Years Served: 4
Current State: New York

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Alyssa lives in Brooklyn, NY, and works on the Development team in March For Our Lives, a youth-led movement dedicated to promoting civic engagement, education, and direct action by youth to eliminate the epidemic of gun violence. Prior to this, she was the Director of Fundraising and Grantmaking at a philanthropic consulting company. When Alyssa’s not working, you will most likely find her taking long walks through NYC’s parks with her 2-year-old rescue dog, Hudson, or searching for a great cup of cold brew. She graduated cum laude from New York University (NYU) with a B.A. in Public Policy.

Jessica Vu

Jessica Vu
Affiliate: YVC Calgary, Alberta
Years Served: 3
Current State: Alberta, Canada

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Jessica (she/her) is in her final year of completing a Bachelor of Commerce in Business and an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Global Development at the University of Calgary. Alongside her degrees, she is also pursuing a Certificate in Entrepreneurial Thinking and Sustainability Studies. She has completed various internships in both private and public sectors but is currently working for the government of Canada. Outside of extracurricular activities, Jessica enjoys traveling around the world.

Beth Ann Gibson

Beth Ann Gibson
Affiliate: YVC Anderson, South Carolina
Current State: Savannah, Georgia

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Beth Ann lives in beautiful Savannah, Georgia, and is a proud parent of a brilliant 20-year-old son who’s making his mark at Hampden-Sydney College. Beth is a dedicated Compliance Advisor specializing in Branch Inspections at Lincoln Investment, ensuring financial integrity and regulatory compliance. Beyond the office, you’ll find her exploring Savannah’s charming streets, savoring its cuisine and life’s simple pleasures.

Martina Min

Martina Min
Affiliate: YVC Calgary, Alberta
Years Served: 5
Current State: Alberta, Canada

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My name is Martina, and I am currently in my final year as an undergraduate studying Neuroscience at the University of Calgary. After graduation, I hope to pursue graduate studies to continue researching child brain development. I enjoy reading, working out, and spending time with friends and family in my free time.

Anna Leach

Anna Leach
Affiliate: YVC Kansas City, Missouri
Years Served: 6
Current State: New York

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Brooklyn, NY, Senior Product Designer

Masi Sundara

Masi Sundara
Affiliate: YVC Charleston, South Carolina
Years Served: 7
Current State: South Carolina

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I am a 4th year student at Western University (London, ON, Canada) majoring in neuroscience, with aspirations of a medical career. My interests include writing, cooking, and martial arts.

Elena Blum

Elena Blum
Affiliate: YVC Topeka, Kansas
Years Served: 3
Current State: Kansas

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I am currently still in Topeka, Kansas, where I have spent my time working with various non-profits and in various Zoos in Kansas as well as Florida!

Madison Fitzgerald 
Affiliate: YVC Kansas City, Missouri
Years Served: 6
Current State: Michigan

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Madison Fitzgerald is finishing a Ph.D. in Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Michigan. When she’s not busy being a graduate student, you can find her crafting or spending quality time with her cat, Tycho.

Crystal Booker

Crystal Booker
Current State: Arizona

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Crystal Booker is the CEO of CB and the BOYZ, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring global unity. She also hosts the CB and the BOYZ Radio Show, a program she created and produced. Beginning her career as a freelancer in Kansas City, Crystal gained extensive photojournalism experience with notable organizations like Cumulus Media, Carter Broadcast, Mass Appeal News, The Missouri Post, and Dispatch Newspapers.

Crystal aims to propel her radio show and organization to unparalleled success. She is renowned for promoting positivity worldwide, emphasizing the power of optimistic thinking. Currently residing in Arizona with her children, Crystal invites contact via email at cb@cbandtheboyz.org. Connect with her on Instagram @crystalcbbooker and @cbandtheboyzradioshow, or visit her websites http://www.crystalbookermedia.com and http://www.cbandtheboyz.org to learn more.

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Have questions or need more information?
Please get in touch with Betsy Calmer at Bcalmer@yvc.org.

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