On July 4th, 2024 members of the AYLUS Syosset branch volunteered at Jones Beach for the fireworks show for the 4th of July. This event was held to celebrate the 248th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Members of the Syosset Branch helped clean out the beach and maintain order. The event was […]

On June 29, 2024, AYLUS Oyster Bay is hosting an online lecture with Xi’an Solar Energy Association from China for the first time, expanding international cooperation. We shared the environmental activities of our respective volunteer teams, as well as scientific knowledge about photovoltaic power generation, recognizing the importance of new energy in the field of […]

In early July 2024, the American Youth Leadership Foundation (AYLF) Board of Directors selected the Pearland Branch, Greater Princeton Branch, Syosset Branch, Great Neck Branch, Murrieta Branch, Riverside Branch, Cheshire Branch, San Diego Branch, Chapel Hill Branch, Roslyn Branch for the Branch of the Month Award for June 2024. Congratulations to all the students from […]

Around July 4th, the Independence Day of the United States, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) supported community Independence Day Celebration Events. GPA members helped at the ticket gates, setup, and cleanup for the Millburn Fireworks.  GPA Volunteers: Maxwell Mao (7/4, 3 hrs), Yue Hu (7/4, 3 hrs), Laetitia Huang (7/4, […]

On July 2nd, 2024, AYLUS San Clemente Branch Two members, Jasmine and Kevin volunteered at FAM food pantry from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The supervisor was Dean, Jasmine’s dad. Jasmine and Kevin stacked empty crates and dumped out expired milk for the first half hour before being given separate tasks. Kevin was told to […]

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 […]

Caring For Others One Stitch At A Time. In June, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) Crafts for Hope Committee hosted an event at the Plainsboro Public Library Community Room. Participants learned how to crochet chemo hats for cancer patients with Kathie Wang. No previous experience needed. Limited materials provided. Sign […]

Changing Lives, Book by Book. Work together with AYLUS! In July 2024, the Greater Princeton Branch of AYLUS (GPA) completed another project to build a Community Library in Africa by collecting up to 700 gently used children’s books (preschool to 8th grade reading level books) and $650 (to cover the domestic and international shipping cost, […]

In July, the Greater Princeton Branch of AYLUS (GPA) hosted its donations of backpacks with school supplies for children in need that reside in Central New Jersey through Rise (619 NJ-33, Hightstown, NJ 08520). Preparing Students For Success! No child should grow up without access to the resources and opportunity to meet their potential. School […]

On June 30, 2024, members of the AYLUS Bellaire Branch volunteered for trash clean-up at Evelyn’s Park (6-7pm). Members of the AYLUS Bellaire Branch wore gloves and used old plastic grocery bags to collect trash around Evelyn’s Park. Volunteers collected plastic cups, paper, and food waste. Some of the volunteers found stakes and a hammer, […]

On Tuesday, July 2nd, from 9am to 12:30pm, the Roslyn Branch of Aylus volunteered at NOSH Delivers. NOSH Delivers started as a nonprofit organization, delivering food to families in the pandemic. The mission of NOSH Delivers is to increase the access to food in the North Shore community. NOSH is now open four days a […]

In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) volunteers continued to help our local community at Community Food Bank of New Jersey (31 Evans Terminal Road #1, Hillside, NJ 07205), Mercer Street Friends Food Bank (824 Silvia Street, Ewing, NJ 08628), Princeton Community Kitchen for Low-Income Families, and Rise Food Pantry […]

Reported by Charlotte Chen Posted by Daniel Wang On the evening of June 30, 2024 AYLUS members gathered at Russell Creek Park for a fundraising event. At the event, volunteers sold boba tea and shaved ice while also spreading the word about AYLUS to others. Members were split into different groups to carry out various […]

In July, the Greater Princeton & Far Beyond Branch of AYLUS (GPA) continued the Happy Hours for Seniors program at the Wilentz Senior Center in Somerset, New Jersey.  GPA organizes the events and members play table tennis with the seniors. GPA Volunteers: Daniel Feng (7/2, 2 hrs), Wen Wei (7/2, 2 hrs)

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 […]

On 6/30/24, AYLUS Great Neck volunteered at the farmers market at Firefighter’s Park. AYLUS Great Neck had a table at the farmers market to raise funds for CP Nassau. From   9:00 am to 2:30 pm, our volunteers engaged in various activities. Some volunteers arrived early to arrange the table at the beginning of the […]

On July 2, 2024, members of AYLUS Cupertino branch conducted online tutoring event to teach Ukraine student English. We helped the student in both reading and written parts of English. We want to contribute in every way we can to propel Ukraine’s postwar reconstruction and longer-term economic & social development. Members that participated were: Truman You, Feinan […]

On Saturday, June 29th, from 9 AM to 12 PM, the Roslyn Branch of Aylus volunteered at NOSH Delivers. NOSH Delivers is a nonprofit founded in March of 2020 to bring food to local families who struggle with food insecurity. They also have a food pantry where families can pick up their own groceries, which […]

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 […]

On June 30th, we were very happy to once again have the opportunity to volunteer in Steppingstone park. Located in our local community — and having a great view of the Long Island Sound, large playground, and indoor play center — it’s a favorite for many Great Neck families. We had 15 volunteers — people […]

Alina Yu and Baoqin Zhong from AYLUS Edison led the English Enrichment zoom meetings in June 2024. The members explained the materials to the participants vividly in each meeting, with great appreciation from the participants. Each member attributed 2 hours each time. Meeting dates: 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/30 6/2: 6/9: 6/16: 6/30:  

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 […]

The dedicated AYLUS Raritan Valley Branch members continued their efforts to provide online English tutoring services to Chinese kids from May to June. All of our tutors accommodated students’ specific needs and weaknesses while remaining affordable. Our tutors used different resources to make lessons more engaging and exciting. Even with a busy schedule with the […]

On June 24, 2024, members of AYLUS Bridgewater branch volunteered at the Feeding Hands main pantry. Feeding Hands is a charity organization that provides food to thousands of families throughout Somerset County. The volunteers helped with stocking shelves and managing inventory. Volunteers: Angela Zhou (3h), Leila Zhou (3h), Jeffrey Hu (3h)

On June 22, 2024, volunteers from AYLUS Bridgewater branch went to the Raritan Food Pantry to help with food distribution and support our local community. Volunteers: Hannah Diao, Jeffrey Hu (3h each)

On June 12, 2024, members of AYLUS Bridgewater branch volunteered at the Raritan Food Pantry to help with food distribution, serving our local community. Volunteers: Hannah Diao, Sarah Diao (3h each)

On June 9, 2024 volunteers of the AYLUS Bridgewater branch set up a table at the Warren Flea Market to sell items and raise money for charity. Volunteers: Angela Gong (4h), Anna Gu (3.5h), Emily Wei (3h), Ethan Wei (3h), Gabrielle Chien (3h), Joseph Chien (3h), Hannah Diao (2.5h), Ivy Zhang (4.5h), Jeffrey Hu (3.5h) […]

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 […]

Reported by: Valerie Zheng AYLUS is doing another volunteer activity to fundraise for our donation to Cheshire High School. We will be pre-selling Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Donuts for $14 per dozen from now to July 14. As this volunteering activity is something new that we’re doing, volunteer hours will also be different. ONE volunteer […]

Reported by Colin Xie On June 30th, San Diego students of AYLUS organized the 217th online English for the Elderly activity. The goal of this activity is to help elderly men and women from China learn the basics of English so that they’re able to use them in their daily lives. Due to the current […]

Reported by Colin Xie On June 23rd, San Diego students of AYLUS organized the 216th online English for the Elderly activity. The goal of this activity is to help elderly men and women from China learn the basics of English so that they’re able to use them in their daily lives. Due to the current […]

On Saturday, June 29, 2024, The AYLUS Bellaire Branch volunteered at the Nature Discovery Center for International Mud Day. Mud Day is an annual event for kids to wallow in the mud, stomp in it, paint with it, build with it, make mud pies, and more while having an enjoyable time.   Volunteers set up […]

Changing Lives, Book by Book. Work together with AYLUS! In July 2024, the Greater Princeton Branch of AYLUS (GPA) completed another project to build a Community Library in Africa by collecting up to 700 gently used children’s books (preschool to 8th grade reading level books) and $650 (to cover the domestic and international shipping cost, […]