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Alum Spotlight – December 2025: LaTesa Arnold, MCSC VISTA
LaTesa Arnold recently completed her service as Youth Resource Coordinator with the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) Community Resilience Project (VISTA). The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) VISTA AmeriCorps program sponsors VISTA projects in organizations throughout the State to empower low-income communities with nutritional and healthcare programs and support underserved youth to succeed in school and careers. There are opportunities to serve in mentoring, education, health, and economic development organizations that support initiatives in education; youth voice in equity and social justice; nutritional education; environmental issues; assisting families with access to health resources, and more.
During her service through the MCSC, Arnold served at the Friends of Parkside host site. Through her service she was responsible for organizing events such as weekly senior bingo games and the "Dear Santa" program for youth, all aimed at uplifting the spirits of those she served. Arnold felt that she was able to make a meaningful impact in her community through her service, stating, “AmeriCorps has allowed me the opportunity to give back to my community and what’s so special about where I serve is that I actually live on the housing site! It makes me happy to put a smile on the residents’ faces because we create a positive and supportive environment that the residents feel comfortable in.”
Her experience with AmeriCorps has been transformative, providing her with valuable skills and certifications that enhance her career path and personal development. Arnold has gained expertise in problem-solving, leadership, and networking, which she believes will benefit her in all future endeavors.
With a lifelong commitment to service instilled by her parents, Arnold has been volunteering since the age of 12 and continues to give back to her community with passion and enthusiasm. Her dedication to service and community engagement exemplifies the spirit of AmeriCorps. Arnold’s passion for giving back is something she will continue beyond her AmeriCorps term, “I am here to serve, and I love every bit of it.”
Learn more about the The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) VISTA AmeriCorps program and other Michigan’s AmeriCorps programs making a positive impact in communities across Michigan. For more information about AmeriCorps, visit www.americorps.gov.