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Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading is a team-based service learning program for youth ages 11-18. YVC of Reading is a program of VOiCEup Berks.

Youth engage in meaningful service activities while having fun and learning about their community and themselves. Follow us on Twitter

YVC of Reading is an affiliate of the national Youth Volunteer Corps, a team-based service learning program for youth ages 11-18. YVC not only provides youth with critical job skills for future employment, but also offer improved life trajectories. Eve

ry project is organized and led by trained Team Leaders who are there to motivate and inspire. YVC of Reading is hosted by VOiCEup Berks. www.facebook.com/voiceupberks

06/05/2026

To Our YVC Seniors,

As you begin your next adventure, we want to thank you for the impact you’ve made through your service, leadership, and dedication to YVC.

You have helped strengthen our community, inspired younger volunteers, and reminded us what it means to lead with heart. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what comes next.

While we’re saying goodbye to you as YVC members, we hope this isn’t the end of your journey with us. We look forward to welcoming you into Generation Impact and continuing to see the difference you make in our community.

Congratulations, Class of 2026—we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way♥️

05/15/2026

1 mural. 20 countries. 350+ youth. Infinitely connected. 🌎

On April 23, dozens of middle school students gathered to celebrate cultural unity with the hundreds of young people around the world who helped bring this mural to life.

Spearheaded by Rhea Patel, VOiCEup Berks Intern, this Global Cultural Unity Mural invited youth to share their artistic expression and advocacy around what cultural unity means to them. The result? A powerful, collaborative piece reflecting voices from across the globe.

The first mural is now installed at West Reading Elementary Center, with two additional copies being installed at Wyomissing Area High School and Alvernia University.

This mural symbolizes global collaboration and celebrates diversity, especially in challenging times. Rhea hopes that everyone, from the hundreds of students who contributed, to each passerby who pauses to take it in feels the strength of cultural unity right here in Berks County. Thank you and for supporting this project!

05/03/2026

If you had fun at the Kid Zone or Bounce Houses at Touch-a-Truck today it was most likely because of these wonderful YVC volunteers. This crew provided a lot of safe fun for the littles today! Thank you for hosting! 🛻 🎈 🚗

04/30/2026

Here’s what to expect…

Join the Youth Advisory Board for an educational event on human trafficking, in partnership with ZOE International.

📅 5/1/2026
📍 Berks County Community Foundation
Use QR Code to Register

Be part of the conversation.

04/28/2026

Did you know?

Human trafficking is happening in communities like ours—often hidden in plain sight.

That’s why the Youth Advisory Board is partnering with ZOE International to raise awareness and help stop this abuse through education and action.

Join us 5/1/2026 for an informational event

04/26/2026

Meet the voices behind the movement.

The Youth Advisory Board is a group of young leaders committed to raising awareness and creating change in our community.

In partnership with ZOE International, they are bringing attention to human trafficking through education and action.

Sign up for this event!

📅 5/1/2026
📍Berks County Community Foundation
237 Court Street, Reading, PA
Use the QR code to register.

04/23/2026

At Some Point is officially on the road.

Two performances at Wilson High School. One shared experience.

This two-year collaboration between The Yocum Institute for Arts Education and Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading brings real stories about youth mental health to the stage—touching on su***de awareness, stigma, and what it means to speak up.

Performed by RACC theatre students, each show was followed by a talkback led by YVC Youth Mental Health Ambassadors—creating space for conversation beyond the stage.

And when it ended… it didn’t really end.

That’s the point. 💬

If you are interested in bringing this to your school please reach out to [email protected]

04/20/2026

Attention all high schoolers! We have made this open to anyone 16+! Please scan the QR code to register! This is a great event to network, meet community leaders and secure possible internships and career opportunities! Sign up today!

04/16/2026

🌟Athena 🌟
Meet Athena, one of our incredible Voice Up Berks interns✨
From bringing bold ideas to the table to lifting up youth voices in our community, Athena is all about making an impact.

04/15/2026

2026 and

Thank you to Youth Service America for selecting my service project for this year’s Hershey Heartwarming Hero’s grant! My project is on inspiring cultural unity through youth artwork and storytelling. Your support carries on through VOiCEup Berks’ mission to inspire cultural unity and inclusivity.

Address

201 Washington Street, Suite 547
Reading, PA
19601

Telephone

+14847069364

Website

https://www.voiceupberks.org/yvc

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