Reported by Eric Xie AYLUS San Diego Committee kicked off the Beast Academy online class in 2020 during the COVID-19 period. During 2024-2025, we continue cooperating with Libraries of Love to raise funds. The 5th Beast Academy online class in 2024-2025 was on July 15-21, 2024. Beast Academy is a mathematics program for elementary and […]
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Stem n Tech (#23): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#9) – July 20, 2024
In the evening of July 20, 2024, the AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the Old Pearland Library with 7 students and 6 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 3 and 4 and were given a Spike Prime set to use. 6 blocks were made and the students’ assignment was to detect the color and push […]
Youth Entrepreneur: Fundraiser at Old Pearland Farmers Market on July 20, 2024
In the early morning of July 20, 2024, AYLUS Pearland volunteers gathered at the Pearland Recreation Center to organize a fundraiser for the city’s second inclusive park. They set up a booth to sell twist balloons, offer face painting, and distribute stickers, backpacks, and protein shake containers donated by a warehouse. In exchange for a […]
Plant a Tree and Spread the Green Initiative #19 July 22, 2024
Gave away 2 moringa and 5 mulberry, 2 fig, 2 pomegranate starter plants to Houston and Sugar Land locals
Stem n Tech (#22): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#8) – July 18, 2024
n the afternoon of July 18, 2024, the AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the Hua Xia Chinese School with 6 students and 3 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 3 and were given a Spike Prime set to use. One of the teachers had created a maze of green, red, and blue stripes. The students were […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Serves at National Historic Landmark Morven Museum Giving Garden (67th) in July 2024
In July, members of the Greater Princeton branch of AYLUS (GPA) served at Morven Museum Giving Garden (55 Stockton Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08540; Phone 609-924-8144). A National Historic Landmark, Morven is on five pristine acres in the heart of Princeton, New Jersey. The home of Richard Stockton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence […]
AYLUS Roslyn volunteers at Planting Fields Arboretum (1st) on July 20th, 2024
On Saturday, July 21st 2024, from 9:00am to 12:00pm , the AYLUS Roslyn Branch volunteered at planting fields arboretum, a place where we volunteered to remove invasive species such as the English ivy. Our goal was to remove as much English ivy as possible from the area we were assigned. […]
Phoenix Branch Packs Food at FMSC on 6/15/24
On Saturday 6/15/24 from 7-9 pm(2 hours), members of the AYLUS Phoenix branch packed food for children in under-resourced communities to provide them essential resources. Members packed 203 boxes in total adding up to 43,000 meals packed. The volunteers that participated in this event were Sophia Chen and Emily Zeng.
Phoenix Branch Packs Food at FMSC on 6/8/24
On Saturday 6/8/24 from 7-9 pm(2 hours), members of the Phoenix AYLUS Branch packed food for children to help provide them enough energy for education and their daily lives. In total, volunteers packed 145 boxes, adding up to over 31,000 meals for children. The volunteers that participated in this event were Sophia Chen, Annie Chen, […]
Frisco & Plano Branch Donated Recycled Crayons to NCRP on July 20th 2024
Reported by Karen Li Posted by Karen Li Today on July 20 we Aylus members mailed a box of 30lbs broken/unwanted/used crayons to National Crayon Recycle Program (NCRP), whose mission is to spread happiness and unleash creativity by providing recycled crayons to children facing challenging situations. This event mainly comprised of prep work, which included […]
Phoenix Branch Packs Food at FMSC on 6/1/24
On Saturday June 1 from 7-9 pm(2 hours), members of the AYLUS phoenix branch gathered to pack food at FMSC. During the event, volunteers packed 120 boxes of food, providing over 25,000 meals for children from under-resourced communities, and feeding 71 children for a whole year . The volunteers who participated in this event […]
Frisco & Plano Held Used Batteries Recycling Event at Frisco Environmental Collection Center on July 20th, 2024
Reported by Karen Li Posted by Karen Li On July 20, Aylus members went to Frisco Environmental Collection Center to recycle the old batteries. The main part of this event actually started before this with members went around collecting batteries either from their own houses and friends, neighbors. Then the batteries have to be sorted […]
Summit NJ AYLUS volunteers with VSA Future Learning Center relocation (Jul. 20 2024)
On July 20th 2024, members from Summit NJ AYLUS branch volunteered to help VSA Future Learning Center prepare for its relocation from Morris Plains to Livingston within New Jersey. Over the course of the move, the members disassembled furniture, packed and assembled numerous boxes containing classroom goods and supplies, and meticulously wrapped delicate materials to […]
Fullerton Branch Members Tutoring Kids Math at (7/15/24)
On July 15, 2024, Fullerton Branch members tutored kids ranging from 4th to 6th graders in math. They were able to teach the kids ratios and proportions. TOTAL HOURS David Li, Eric Wei: 4 hours
AYLUS Great Neck Branch Volunteered for Special Needs Kids on 7/19/2024(27th)
On Friday, July 19th, from 5pm to 7pm, the Great Neck Branch of AYLUS volunteered to teach special needs kids and other children how to swim or improve their strokes. Parkwood Pool was lively on such a sunny day and everyone had a good time. The volunteers were meticulous in their instruction. For example, Kylie […]
AYLUS Queens Branch Volunteered at the One Letter 4 All Event in Midtown, Manhattan on 7/20/24
On Saturday, July 20th, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, the Queens branch took part in the One Letter 4 All in which volunteers wrote letters to refugee kids around the world and to a youth detention center in Birmingham, Alabama. Everyone started by introducing themselves and answering a few ice-breaker questions. Then, everyone was taught […]
AYLUS Rancho Cucamonga Volunteers Distributing Food at ALFC Generosity Center July 20, 2024
On July 20, 2024, the ALFC Generosity Center was bustling with activity as youth volunteers from the AYLUS Rancho Cucamonga Branch gathered for a day of service. Despite the high temperatures, the dedicated volunteers worked tirelessly to distribute food to those in need. This event was particularly notable for the overwhelming participation, with 17 volunteers […]
Riverside County AYLUS Members Clean Local Neighborhood Park on July 19th, 2024
On July 19th, 2024, Sophie Chung and Holiday Rothermund volunteered to help clean-up a local neighborhood park. They went to the Harveston Lake where they cleaned the bushes, trails and grassy areas from trash. When they were finished, they disposed of the trash they had collected by putting it into the trash bin. Keeping the […]
Riverside County AYLUS Members Volunteer at a Local Senior Home on July 19th, 2024
On July 19th, RCA members returned to a local senior home to volunteer. They began by wiping down the tables set for the dinner service. Afterward, they took time to converse with the elderly, aiming to bring some joy and variety to their daily lives. Listening to their stories and concerns provided insight into the […]
Riverside County AYLUS Members Support Local Food Bank on July 19th, 2024
On July 19th, members of the RCA branch volunteered at a local food bank, initiating their support with organizing frozen bread and packing meat into boxes. They then ensured volunteers had access to water by stocking the refrigerator. Additionally, they sorted produce, prepared donation bags, and set up an EZ Up tent outdoors to offer […]
The AYLUS Dix Hills Branch volunteers at Planting Field State Park
On July 20th, the AYLUS Dix Hills Branch volunteers at Planting Field State Park to help remove invasive vines and weeds. The invasive species were stifling the growth of existing plants already there, and removing them made space for the plants to thrive and for new plants to grow there. Volunteers used various tools such […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#159): Pearland Volunteers Supported SMILE Katy Inclusive Play&Learn (#10) on July 20, 2024
On July 20, 2024, the Pearland Branch showcased their commitment to inclusivity by actively participating in the SMILE Katy Inclusive Play & Learn event (#10) in Katy. Volunteers from AYLUS Pearland facilitated the attendance of special needs individuals from Pearland, ensuring they could join the festivities. During the event, the volunteers engaged participants in a […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#158): Pearland Volunteers Supported SNCC Adult Day Hab (#99) on July 19th, 2024
On July 19, 2024, Pearland volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. In the morning, volunteers helped the center instructors with an exercise class and a Chinese pinyin class. In the afternoon, they organized a mini market for participants to practice real-world living skills, such as counting money, bargaining, budgeting before […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#157): Pearland Volunteers Taught Bucket Drumming (#14) at Gigi’s Playhouse on July 18, 2024
On July 18, 2024, Pearland volunteers taught a bucket drumming session to teens with special needs at GiGi’s Playhouse Sugarland. Seven participants enjoyed the lesson, which began with a review of previous material. They then drummed along to a song and played the “Red, Yellow, Green” game. Toward the end, each participant took turns leading […]
Youth Entrepreneur: Pearland Branch Organized Fundraising Event on July 20, 2024
In the afternoon of July 20, 2024, volunteers organized a fundraising event at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice block party. Volunteers set up an interactive stand offering face painting, balloon art, and sticker sales for visitors’ enjoyment. Skilled young artists adorned children’s faces with vibrant flowers, rainbows, and various animals, bringing joy to both youngsters and their […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Continues Conservation Efforts (206th) in July 2024
In July 2024, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) Environment Committee continued its conservation, a continuing effort for the GPA students to put their influence on the local community since their last public speech to the West Windsor Council in 2019. GPA conservationists collected & recycled plastic bags, batteries, clothes, picked […]
West Essex AYLUS performs at Huaxia Mid-Summer Concert on 6/23/24
on 6/23/24, West Essex members were invited to perform with starry arts children’s chorus at the annual Huaxia Mid-Summer Concert. The event was held at Morristown Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ 07969. The concert has been made possible in part by funds from Morris Arts through the New Jersey State Council […]
West Essex AYLUS performs at Huaxia Chinese School on 6/22/24
On 6/22/24, some of West Essex AYLUS members were invited to perform with starry arts children’s chorus at Staten Island Huaxia Chinese school graduation ceremony. The ceremony was held at College of Staten Island, 2800 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314. West Essex branch members song the classic Chinese songs, Song and Smile, I Want […]
West Essex AYLUS performs at Drew University Concert Hall on 6/15/24
On 6/15/24, West Essex AYLUS members joined Starry arts children’s chorus and performed modern Chinese songs at Drew University Concert Hall located at 36 Madison Ave, Madison NJ. West Essex members (2 hours each): Gabriel Au, Ella Chai, Jessica Yu, Yaming Wang
AYLUS Scottsdale Volunteers at a Food Distribution at Tempe Clinic (July 18th, 2024)
On July 18th, 2024, AYLUS members worked with Tempe Clinic staff to distribute food to people in need. Members helped package and fill containers with food as well as transport these drinks and food outside towards the cars belonging to eligible people. The main purpose was to help distribute food among people in need to […]
AYLUS Scottsdale Volunteers at a Food Distribution at Goodyear Clinic (July 12th, 2024)
On July 12th, 2024, AYLUS members worked with Goodyear Clinic staff to distribute food to people in need. Members helped package and fill containers with food as well as transport these drinks and food outside towards the cars belonging to eligible people. The main purpose was to help distribute food among people in need to […]
The Phoenix Branch Packs Food at Feed My Starving Children on 7/20
On July 20th, 2024, the Phoenix Branch volunteered at the local FMSC. During the volunteering event, the members of the branch packed ingredients such as rice, soy, vegetables, and vitamins into plastic bags for children around world. The volunteers all had specific jobs in the process, such as scooping, bagging, weighing, or sealing. By the […]
Phoenix AYLUS volunteers at Midwest Food Bank on 7/20/24
On July 20th, 2024, AYLUS Phoenix woke up early in the morning to volunteer at their local Midwest Food Bank from 9am to 11am. Volunteers packaged hope packs for hungry individuals around the world. Overall, the students worked diligently to pack as many bags as they could while having fun conversing with friends. Volunteers (2hrs): […]
Frisco & Plano Branch Bracelet Fundraiser to Help Ship Books for the 6th African Library Project on July 19th, 2024
Reported by Ellie Zhou Posed by Jenny Wang The African Library Project is an organization that helps build and create libraries all across Africa. Previously, we have collected and sorted books for the African Library Project. Now, we are doing a gemstone bracelet fundraiser to help pay for the shipping cost of the books for […]
Syosset AYLUS Organization went to Bethpage State Park to go plant at a greenhouse on 07/20/24
On July 20th, the Syosset AYLUS organization went to Bethpage State Park to plant for the park’s restoration efforts. We were taken to a greenhouse where we were accompanied by staff who assigned tasks such as separating plants and potting them into small containers, as well as placing seeds into envelopes. While some members planted […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Volunteers in Local Libraries (55th) in July 2024
In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) supported local libraries, such as the Summit Free Public Library, West Windsor Public Library, Montgomery Public Library, Plainsboro Public Library, Livingston Public Library, and more. BECOME A VOLUNTEER: HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Library Programs (teaching Chess, tutoring, etc.) Book sorting (categorize […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Business for Charity Committee Hosts Flea Market Booths (44th) in July 2024
In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) continued to host more flea market booths in New Jersey for charity. GPA leaders Tom Cui and Steven Li purchased products in Amazon overstock outlets, collected donations, set up flea market booths, and raised funds for AYLUS Save a Life Diabetes Children Fund […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Monitors Bluebird Box (142nd) for Mercer County Park and Plainsboro Preserve in July 2024
In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) continued its bluebird box monitoring project along with Mercer County Park and Plainsboro Preserve. Eastern Bluebirds were once a common bird in New Jersey. With habitat loss and competition from introduction of aggressive, non-native birds, the populations of these beautiful birds declined. Through […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Helps Refugee Students through Interfaith RISE (65th) in July 2024
In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) Empowerment Committee Chair Xing Liao continued hosting a free tutoring program at 19 S 2nd Street, Highland Park, to help Turkish and Syrian refugee family students through a network with Interfaith RISE. AYLUS has scheduled this Free Tutoring for any elementary, middle, or […]
Greater Princeton AYLUS Hosts Crafts for Hope Events (7th) in July 2024
In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) Crafts for Hope Committee hosted an event at the Plainsboro Public Library Community Room. Caring For Others One Stitch At A Time. Participants learned how to crochet chemo hats for cancer patients with Kathie Wang. No previous experience needed. Limited materials provided. Sign […]