Saddle Up & Serve

Overview

The mission of the Saddle Up & Serve Ameri Corps State program is to meet poverty-related needs and create sustainable pathways out of poverty by supporting healthy futures, education, and economic opportunity initiatives in Columbia County, Arkansas. Through partnerships with local organizations such as the Magnolia Housing Authority, Magnolia Arts Center, Columbia County Library, and Abilities Unlimited, Ameri Corps members engage in direct service that strengthens both the SAU campus and surrounding community.

Members support increase access to food and nutrition education, academic achievement, and promote financial literacy. Saddle Up & Serve provides meaningful civic engagement experiences for Ameri Corps members, students, and volunteers, fostering a culture of service and long‑term community impact.

Successful applicants will be selected for a specific Saddle Up & Serve Ameri Corps member position. Ameri Corps members will serve in the areas of healthy futures, education, and economic opportunity, both on the Southern Arkansas University campus and at community partner sites across Columbia County. They will enhance food access through food recovery and gardening and sustainability programs, support academic success through tutoring and mentoring, and promote financial stability through economic empowerment initiatives.

Members will also help build capacity by developing resources, organizing community outreach efforts, and creating sustainable systems. Throughout their service, members will engage volunteers and foster strong community partnerships to maximize local impact.

Living Allowance, Education award upon successful completion of service, Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend.

Uniforms provided and required. Car recommended.

• Community and Economic Development
• Children/Youth
• Hunger
• Education
• Community Outreach