On December 12 2025, members of the AYLUS Greater Buffalo branch are proud to help immigrants and refugee find a supportive community in Buffalo. The Aylus Instrumental Team volunteered with Bridges From Borders in their OneWorld Choir to help participants create long-lasting relationships that extend far beyond the choir’s rehearsals. Volunteers created and practiced music […]

On December 2, 2025, AYLUS Space Coast volunteered at The Children’s Hunger Project. The Children’s Hunger Project aims to provide meals on the weekend for the children of Brevard County throughout the school year. Our volunteers helped prepare meals for the children by working in an assembly line to package the food. They also stowed […]

Reported by Zoe Ying   We are helping 92130Cares, a non-profit organization that provides food to low-income families in 92130. Grocery stores are not allowed to remove broken eggs from a carton, so they donate the whole package to 92130Cares. 92130Cares repackages the good eggs into packages of 6, and the donated egg carton will be cut […]

On December 15, 2025, AYLUS San Diego Branch made sack lunches for Interfaith Community Services. Interfaith Community Services, founded in 1979, is a nonprofit based in San Diego, CA. The organization provides food, housing, employment, treatment and other emergency resources for local people in crisis.  Food is our most basic human need, yet thousands of […]

On December 8, 2025, AYLUS San Diego Branch made sack lunches for Interfaith Community Services. Interfaith Community Services, founded in 1979, is a nonprofit based in San Diego, CA. The organization provides food, housing, employment, treatment and other emergency resources for local people in crisis.  Food is our most basic human need, yet thousands of […]

On December 1, 2025, AYLUS San Diego Branch made sack lunches for Interfaith Community Services. Interfaith Community Services, founded in 1979, is a nonprofit based in San Diego, CA. The organization provides food, housing, employment, treatment and other emergency resources for local people in crisis.  Food is our most basic human need, yet thousands of […]

On December 21th, 2025, AYLUS Oakland Gardens had their 210th event at MS 158 with the youth Orchestra. During the event we welcomed people coming in to view and enjoy their winter concert, alongside passing out programs and fliers . This event took place from 2PM to 6PM. The Youth Orchestra is a nonprofit organization, […]

Reported by Emily Chen   Coop with Libraries With Love, the AYLUS San Diego Committee kicked off the 2025-2026 Solution for Hope online classes for raising funds to build libraries in Africa. The Tutoring Class Activity continued in the week of Dec 8, 2025 – Dec 14, 2025. The goal of tutoring classes is to […]

Reported by Emily Chen   Coop with Libraries With Love, the AYLUS San Diego Committee kicked off the 2025-2026 Solution for Hope online classes for raising funds to build libraries in Africa. The Tutoring Class Activity continued in the week of Dec 1, 2025 – Dec 7, 2025. The goal of tutoring classes is to […]

The student volunteered at a Chinese school, assisting teachers and supporting students during class. Responsibilities included helping with lessons, guiding students in practicing reading and writing Chinese characters, organizing classroom materials, and assisting with activities. This volunteer experience contributed to the smooth operation of the classroom and supported student learning while promoting community involvement. Volunteers […]

Reported by Derek Ying ————————————————————————————————————————————— AYLUS San Diego Committee kicked off the Beast Academy online class in 2020 during the COVID-19 period. During 2025-2026, we continue cooperating with Libraries of Love to raise funds. The 69th Beast Academy online class in 2025-2026 was on December 15-December 21, 2025. Beast Academy is a mathematics program for elementary and middle […]

Reported by Derek Ying ————————————————————————————————————————————— AYLUS San Diego Committee kicked off the Beast Academy online class in 2020 during the COVID-19 period. During 2025-2026, we continue cooperating with Libraries of Love to raise funds. The 68th Beast Academy online class in 2025-2026 was on December 8-December 14, 2025. Beast Academy is a mathematics program for elementary and middle […]

Reported by Derek Ying ————————————————————————————————————————————— AYLUS San Diego Committee kicked off the Beast Academy online class in 2020 during the COVID-19 period. During 2025-2026, we continue cooperating with Libraries of Love to raise funds. The 67th Beast Academy online class in 2025-2026 was on December 1-December 7, 2025. Beast Academy is a mathematics program for elementary and middle […]

On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the AYLUS Twin Cities Branch went to Feed My Starving Children to pack food for children in Honduras. We packed a total of 40 boxes! Participants (1.75 hrs each): Kaining Zhang, Jessica Cao, Evan Truong, Lana Herbst, Mingchi Mathur, Alex Ren, Alyssa Ren, Addison Shi, Brody, Anabel

On December 24th 2025, 8 AYLUS volunteers fundraised for St. Jude Children’s Hospital at Kowalski’s Markets. In total, we raised $1,268.96, which includes a $250 donation from Kowalski’s and $370 in donations online. Volunteers assisted customers with carrying groceries to their car as well as miscellaneous tasks like keeping carts and baskets organized. We had a […]

  On Friday, December 19, 2025, the AYLUS Twin Cities Branch went to Feed My Starving Children to pack meals for children in need. The session was full, and we packed a total of 96 boxes! Participants (1.75 hrs each): Kaining Zhang, Lucy Zhang, Isabel Chen, Megan Li

On December 13th, 2025, Lucy Zhang, Megan Wang, and Anna Hou gathered at a local Starbucks in Edina, bringing art supplies to create handmade cards for seniors during winter break. Together, they made a total of 37 cards, which were delivered to the organization Gifts for Seniors before the holidays, spreading warm wishes and holiday […]

On Sunday, December 21st, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, AYLUS Roslyn members went to visit the CP Nassau residents at their Bayville location for the last time of 2025!    Volunteers started their days off greeting residents and playing games with them. Our first activity with the residents was bowling which allowed all residents […]

On Sunday, December 21st, the Roslyn AYLUS branch volunteered at the Chinese Cultural Association of Long Island (CCALI) from 1:30-5:00 PM. Our jobs as volunteers were to become teacher assistants and assist both students and teachers with various activities and classwork. Today, we had an additional task to help ensure the end-of-year holiday party ran […]

Reported by Brianna Zhang On 12/20/2025, San Diego students of AYLUS hosted its 58th monthly bottles and cans recycling event. Inspired by the Earth Day 2023, we set a goal to take action and to be a part of the green revolution. The students collected recyclable items and sorted them in a nearby recycling center. All proceeds […]

Reported by Brianna Zhang On 12/06/2025, San Diego students of AYLUS hosted its 57th monthly bottles and cans recycling event. Inspired by the Earth Day 2023, we set a goal to take action and to be a part of the green revolution. The students collected recyclable items and sorted them in a nearby recycling center. All proceeds […]

To support AYLUS’ outreach efforts and increase awareness of our mission and ongoing initiatives, the Chapel Hill branch established its own Instagram account and regularly posted updates about recent volunteer events and engaging, lighthearted content. Alwin Liu, the secretary of our branch, consistently shared photos and brief summaries of volunteer activities on the AYLUS Instagram […]

Reported by Katherine Backues Public libraries are invaluable community institutions that merit both recognition and unwavering support. Our local public library, Pacific Highlands Ranch Library, recently opened on November 9, 2024. The new library is an 18,000 square foot building designed to fit the changing needs of a modern neighborhood. It has a bookstore that […]

On Tuesday, September 23, volunteers from the AYLUS Chapel Hill Branch donated handmade heart pillows and origami pieces to the NC Basnight Cancer Hospital. The hospital contact person mentioned that these donations are very popular and usually go quickly because patients really enjoy them. It was rewarding to help and bring some comfort to the […]

On December 21th, 2025, three members of the AYLUS Chapel Hill group once again came together to improve the local environment by organizing a community clean-up along Dry Creek Trail and the surrounding areas. Equipped with gloves and trash bags, the team worked diligently to collect litter, including plastic bottles, food wrappers, and other waste that […]

On Sunday, December 21th, 2025, the Carol Woods Retirement Community in Chapel Hill hosted a live music event, featuring volunteers from the Chapel Hill AYLUS branch. The group — consisting of three pianists — performed a program of varieties pieces for the residents. The recital was well-received, with audience members showing their appreciation through smiles […]

On December 14th, 2025, members of Chapel hill Branch baked homemade cookies for Meals on Wheels, an organization committed to fighting hunger in our community. For years, Meals on Wheels has been delivering vital meals to local seniors and others who struggle to access food, ensuring they receive the nourishment they need. Our dedicated volunteers […]

On Sunday, December 21st, 2025, two members of AYLUS Chapel Hill Branch helped support Charles House by collecting flowers generously donated by Trader Joe’s. These beautiful blooms were delivered to Charles House, a nonprofit that provides care for seniors and those with dementia within the Carol Woods Retirement Community. The flowers will be used in […]

On Sunday, December 14th, 2025, two members of AYLUS Chapel Hill Branch helped support Charles House by collecting flowers generously donated by Trader Joe’s. These beautiful blooms were delivered to Charles House, a nonprofit that provides care for seniors and those with dementia within the Carol Woods Retirement Community. The flowers will be used in […]

On Sunday, December 7th, 2025, two members of AYLUS Chapel Hill Branch helped support Charles House by collecting flowers generously donated by Trader Joe’s. These beautiful blooms were delivered to Charles House, a nonprofit that provides care for seniors and those with dementia within the Carol Woods Retirement Community. The flowers will be used in […]

On December 19th, AYLUS Houston volunteers spent 1.5 hours serving at a local daycare, helping create a fun and supportive environment for children. During the visit, members played with the kids both indoors and outdoors, engaging them in games, conversations, and active play. These interactions gave the children a chance to relax, have fun, and […]

On November 8th, AYLUS Houston volunteers spent two hours serving at The Ballard House, supporting the facility’s efforts to create a welcoming and peaceful environment for patients and their families. During the visit, members worked outdoors to help manage and maintain the garden, assisting with tasks such as clearing debris, organizing plants, and improving the […]

On November 8th, AYLUS Houston volunteers served with Family Hope, dedicating their time to supporting families in the local community. During the volunteer shift, members assisted with organizing, packing, and distributing essential food items, helping ensure that resources were ready for families in need. Through teamwork and efficiency, volunteers helped Family Hope continue its important […]

Reported by Colin Xie On December 21st, members of the AYLUS San Diego branch participated in the 290th 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 […]

On December 21, 2025, The Roslyn AYLUS Branch worked together to support the CP Nassau Clothes Drive. This drive focused on collecting gently used clothing to help individuals and families in need within the community. Members gathered clothing items from their homes and from people around them, making sure everything was clean and in good […]

On December 7, 2025, the Roslyn AYLUS Branch held its first CP Nassau CLC Toy Drive. This event took place in the basement of a volunteer’s home, where members gathered to help collect, organize, and pack toys for children in need. During the drive, members worked together to sort donated toys and carefully pack them […]

On December 21, 2025, AYLUS members performed holiday music for elderly citizens at the local nursing home, Creve Coeur Manor. Volunteers performed a variety of pieces throughout the whole building; some pieces included Silent Night and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Volunteers hoped to bring cheer to the home during the holiday season. Thanks […]

Status: NEW On December 22nd, 2025, three students from San Ramon/Danville, CA founded the 184th branch of the Alliance of Youth Leaders in the United States (AYLUS™): San Ramon/Danville, CA. Founders: Congratulations to Joshua Kessel, Elly Hilsenteger, and Michael Ackerman!   Description of AYLUS San Ramon/Danville, CA The San Ramon / Danville, CA branch is […]

On the morning of December 14th, 2025, members of AYLUS Frisco & Plano Branch gathered at the Frisco Public Library to take part in our very first Math tutors event aimed to help students grade 9 and below that seek assistance on their math homework. Volunteers created flyers to inform neighboring communities regarding the free […]

Reported and Posted by Amanda Yin On December 20th, 2025, members of the AYLUS Frisco & Plano branch met up at a local Goodwill to donate clothing collected from different households. We hope that these items can be of use to others in the community. Volunteers: Amanda Yin (event leader) – 1.5 Emily Yin (event […]

On December 21st, 2025, the Great Neck Branch of AYLUS volunteered at Kings Point Park to help remove plant litter and fallen leaves from the trails. Our many volunteers worked hard at smoothing out the trails for visitors using rakes and shovels. We have stayed consistent to this job, doing this for many weeks now, […]

On December 10th, Newtown AYLUS members volunteered at Doylestown Health Hospital assisting with patient transport. Volunteers helped escort patients to and from different departments, ensuring they arrived safely and on time for appointments. During the event, volunteers supported hospital staff by guiding patients through hallways, offering wheelchair assistance, and providing reassurance to those who were […]

On December 6th, Newtown AYLUS members volunteered at Sunrise Senior Center for one hour, assisting residents during a bingo session. Volunteers helped distribute bingo cards, called numbers, and ensured residents were able to participate comfortably and without confusion. Throughout the hour, volunteers provided one-on-one assistance to residents who needed help following the game, marking their […]

Reported and Posted by Amanda Yin On December 20th, 2025, members of the AYLUS Frisco & Plano branch met up at the Frisco Environmental Collection Center to recycle used batteries. Recycling batteries reduces their harmful environmental impact and allows various components of the battery to be reused.  Volunteers: Amanda Yin (event leader) – 2 Emily […]

On December 11th, 2025, two members of the AYLUS-Columbus branch— Aurick Guo and Austin Xiao  — held an in-person weekly tutoring session at Abbey Church Village in Dublin, Ohio. This community is part of the National Church Residences and serves low-income families, including new immigrant families. AYLUS-Columbus members assisted multiple middle and elementary school students with various homework […]

On December 4th, 2025, three members of the AYLUS-Columbus branch— Aurick Guo, Grace Guo, and Austin Xiao  — held an in-person weekly tutoring session at Abbey Church Village in Dublin, Ohio. This community is part of the National Church Residences and serves low-income families, including new immigrant families. AYLUS-Columbus members assisted multiple middle and elementary school students with various […]

Reported by Katherine Backues Public libraries are invaluable community institutions that merit both recognition and unwavering support. Our local public library, Pacific Highlands Ranch Library, recently opened on November 9, 2024. The new library is an 18,000 square foot building designed to fit the changing needs of a modern neighborhood. It has a bookstore that […]

On December 20, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Sijia Hao: 4 Hours

On December 13, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Michelle Li Sijia Hao: 4 Hours

On November 8, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Eric Wei, Michelle Li, Daisy Wei: 4 Hours

On October 18, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Michelle Li, Sijia Hao: 4 Hours

On October 4, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Michelle Li, Aaron Yoo, Eric Wei, Andre Tu, Leon Sun, Sijia […]

On September 13, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Eric Wei, Aaron Yoo, Andre Tu, Leon Sun: 4 Hours

On September 6, 2025, AYLUS Fullerton Branch members helped distribute and load food at the St. Vincent De Paul Pantry. They aided with several tasks including distributing, breaking down boxes, and packaging food. They aided over 100 families in the Fullerton Area. TOTAL HOURS Michelle Li, Andre Tu, Leon Sun : 4 Hours

On December 18th, 2025, Great Neck AYLUS hosted another tutoring session at the Great Neck Library Station Branch from 6:00-7:00 PM. There were 5 tutors  and 5 students so everyone got adequate teaching. Erika assisted a young student with basic addition and subtraction problems. Brian helped out with social studies and french, helping the student […]

Aylus Morris Branch proudly partnered with the local United Methodist Church to support community members in need through a canned food drive. With the generous support of local residents, the branch successfully collected 48 pounds of canned food, demonstrating the strong spirit of compassion and collaboration within the community. All donated items were carefully organized […]

On Saturday, December 20, the Roslyn AYLUS Branch finished its used battery collection by dropping off all the batteries at Staples. This project was a small but important way for us to help the environment and make sure harmful waste was recycled properly. Throughout the battery drive, members collected used household batteries from their own […]

On Sunday, December 7th, both Syosset and Roslyn AYLUS went to the Bayville Cerebral Palsy center. We spent that day playing games with the residents, like bowling, hangman, and the Wii. We set up an easy bowling game that everyone could participate in, and the residents had a great time cheering each other on. Then […]

On Saturday December 13, 2025, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 A.M., the Newtown Branch aided with organization of products within the UnitedWay Shelter. As volunteers of the event, we helped the shelter organize donated products ranging from clothes, accessories to simple items in order to alleviate the burdens of distributing the items to those in […]

On December 14th 2025, members of AYLUS Puget Sound hosted a 1 hour concert at Aegis Living Lake Union. This was our second concert in the Winter Wondertunes Series in 2025. A total of 10 volunteers performed 10 performances at the concert.   ​MC: Ava Lo ​Performers: Yilin Tong, Melanie Grad, Anna Li, Keira Lin, […]

On December 13th 2025, members of AYLUS Puget Sound hosted a 1 hour concert at Aegis Living Marymoor. This was our first concert in the Winter Wondertunes Series in 2025. A total of 10 volunteers performed 10 performances at the concert. ​MC: Julia Hu ​Performers: Anna Li, Caileen Wan, Leland Chen, Esther Bai, Emma Ye, […]

Reported by Amanda Yin & posted by Emily Yin On December 14th, 2025, members of AYLUS Frisco & Plano branch met up at the Frisco Public Library to continue working on projects. Many members worked on crocheting stuffed animals, which will be donated or used for fundraising at a later date. This event was both […]

On December 19, 2025, members of Frisco AYLUS’s Tech and Web Team came together to revisit and update older posts from the national AYLUS website on the new, dedicated Frisco AYLUS platform. With everyone bringing strong experience in designing clean, informative posts, we worked carefully to refresh and verify over a hundred entries in just […]

On December 13th, 2025, AYLUS Oakland Gardens held its 209th event on the second floor of the Pomonok Community Center building. The event was on CPR and Fire Safety Awareness and the office of New York State Senator John C. Liu hosted this event in collaboration with the FDNY. This event focused on educating community […]