Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness launches Mayor’s Youth Service Awards program

Submitted by City of Fishers

Mayor Scott Fadness announced last Friday, April 24 the launch of the Mayor’s Youth Service Awards program, a new initiative designed to encourage junior high and high school students to give back to the Fishers community through volunteerism and civic engagement.

The Mayor’s Youth Service Awards recognize students who dedicate their time to serving others through qualified nonprofits and approved community partners, including local service organizations, schools, and neighborhood programs. Eligible students must be Fishers residents enrolled in a public, private, or home school program. Volunteer hours may be accrued beginning at age 13 through high school graduation.

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“Serving others is one of the most impactful ways our young residents can shape their community,” Mayor Fadness said. “This program not only recognizes that commitment but also helps instill a lifelong passion for civic engagement.”

Students will be recognized at various levels based on the number of volunteer hours completed:

• Bronze (50 to 99 hours): Certificate of Civic Leadership
• Silver (100 to 149 hours): Certificate of Civic Leadership and lapel pin
• Gold (150 to 199 hours): Certificate of Civic Leadership, lapel pin, and graduation cord
• Platinum (200 to 299 hours): Certificate of Civic Leadership, lapel pin, graduation cord, and a letter of commendation from Mayor Scott Fadness
• Diamond (more than 300 hours): Certificate of Civic Leadership, lapel pin, graduation cord, letter of commendation, recognition on the city’s social media account(s), and breakfast with Mayor Scott Fadness

Students can register for the program by visiting FishersIN.gov/MYSA and creating an account through Volunteer Fishers. Students already registered with Volunteer Fishers can transfer previously completed volunteer hours toward the award.

With volunteer opportunities available year-round, students can earn service hours at any level of commitment. Several upcoming opportunities provide a great starting point for those interested in participating this spring and beyond:

• Fishers AgriPark, Strengthened by IU Health: Ongoing | 11171 Florida Road – Volunteers assist with planting, watering, weeding, tending livestock and helping visitors with produce picking and questions. Multiple shifts begin in May.
• Fishers Touch-a-Truck: Monday, May 18 at Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Drive – Volunteers support one of Fishers’ most popular family events with roles in setup, event operations, and teardown.
• Spark!Fishers, Presented by Meijer: Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27 at Fishers Municipal Complex – Multiple volunteer roles are available at this beloved summer festival, including vendor support, event setup, shuttle stop monitors, and more.
• Geist Half Race Series: Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12 at Olio Road Bridge at Geist Reservoir – Volunteer roles include packet pickup, course support, parking assistance, and start/finish line operations, including distributing medals, water, and snacks.

More information about the Mayor’s Youth Service Award program and volunteer opportunities is available at FishersIN.gov/MYSA.

Volunteer Fishers, the City of Fishers’ volunteer engagement program, connects residents with local service opportunities and provides training and support. A full list of opportunities is available at VolunteerFishers.com.