✨ AmeriCorps Connections Podcast | Episode #86 – Denise Fowler ✨

What happens when a confused college student searching for direction finds herself in the room where AmeriCorps was first unveiled? For Denise Fowler, that moment changed everything.
In this powerful conversation, Denise reflects on her journey as one of the very first AmeriCorps VISTA members in 1994, serving at the Denver, Indian Center. From helping build mentoring programs and stepping in to run a computer literacy center overnight, to witnessing the daily struggles of families just trying to make ends meet, Denise shares the transformational experiences that shaped her career and her commitment to service.

💡 Denise reminds us that AmeriCorps is more than a service year—it’s a launchpad for careers rooted in purpose, leadership, and getting things done.
If you’re an AmeriCorps alum, a current member, or simply someone who believes in the power of service, this episode will leave you inspired to keep finding your piece of it.

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