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 residents in North San Diego County are food insecure. Each day at Interfaith sack lunches […]

On Saturday, May 30, three members volunteered at Cary Learning Center as TAs. Teacher assistants are invaluable in building a great learning environment. We directed the students to the suitable class, helped the teacher set up the classroom as needed, and cleaned up all the mess after class. We also put much effort into supervising […]

On May 30th, at 9:30 am, 6 members of the Aylus RSM branched recycled plastic water bottles, aluminum cans, and glass bottles. By recycling used items, we strive to create a better environment for everyone. Ethan Zhang-2hrs Matthew Zhang-2hrs HongJing Chen-2hrs PengPeng Zhang-2hrs Simon Zhang-2hrs Bowen Zhu-2hrs                 […]

On May,17th 2026 AYLUS San Diego took part in the “I Love A Clean San Diego” beach cleanup event. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to achieving zero waste and litter in San Diego County, aiming to lead and motivate the community towards environmental conservation and enhancement through example, outreach, and local involvement. Their vision is […]

On Friday, May 29th, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, the Newtown Branch baked cookies in preparation for the following yard sale on May 30th. The seven of us gathered to bake cookies together. We broke up into two teams to make two batches with the multiple bowls we had. We made mistakes along the […]

On May 30 at 10:00 AM, the AYLUS Morris Branch proudly partnered with ECLC of New Jersey, a nonprofit organization that has been serving children and adults with special needs since 1970. Through the efforts of dedicated AYLUS members and generous community supporters, the branch collected 80 pieces of spring and summer clothing to benefit […]

On May 23, 2026, members of the AYLUS Rancho Cucamonga Branch gathered at the ALFC Generosity Center in Rancho Cucamonga for a meaningful day of community service. Committed to supporting local families facing food insecurity, volunteers dedicated their time and energy to helping the center prepare and distribute essential food resources to those in need. […]

On May 29, 2026, our member of AYLUS St. Louis Branch volunteered at EarthDance Organic Farm, which is a nonprofit educational farm dedicated to advancing organic farming practices and sustainable food systems through hands-on training, community engagement, and farmer education programs. During the volunteer service, the member greeted visitors and customers, provided information about EarthDance’s […]

On Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, AYLUS members visited NOSH, a local food pantry, to help pack food, stock shelves, and helped transport goods. Volunteers spent the day sorting food, transporting donated goods, and making KIFP bags.  Volunteers started their jobs at 9 AM by looking for jobs that needed to be done such as bringing […]

From 11:15 AM – 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 26, 2026, the AYLUS Bellaire Branch, together with the BHS Robotics team, volunteered at Chris Church Presbyterian, located at 5001 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire, TX 77401. During the event, our team helped pack food and organize meal supplies for people experiencing homelessness in the local community. Working […]

On Saturday, May 16, 2026, 2 volunteers volunteered at the Dublin Miracle league located on Darree Fields. These volunteers became game day buddies where they helped physically challenged kids play a game of baseball. The volunteers became buddies for 3 different games, each game assisting a different kid. The games played had 2 innings each, so […]

On Saturday, May 23rd, volunteers from the AYLUS Columbus Branch participated in the 2026 Ohio Asian Festival in Columbus, Ohio. In collaboration with OCCS, volunteers helped run the Sugar Painting booth and supported additional stations, engaging with community members and promoting cultural appreciation. The event provided a meaningful opportunity for volunteers to serve the community […]

During the month of May, AYLUS volunteers decorated 72 placemats to donate to the Senior Star at Dublin Retirement Village for the Meals on Wheels program. This month, the placemats theme was “Summers” where volunteers used their creativity to make their placemats filled with summer activities. Then, they laminated their placemats to gift to the […]

On May 10th, 2026, AYLUS volunteers drew handmade posters congratulating 9 seniors in the Columbus International Children’s Choir. Volunteers designed the posters with references to the senior’s future plans and hopes for their continued success with wherever they do! The senior choir members were gifted the poster during their Spring concert in celebration of their […]

On May 2, May 16, and May 23, 2026, AYLUS RSM volunteers dedicated their time and energy to serving at the PEACE Farm at Saddleback Rancho Capistrano. Four volunteers worked diligently alongside farm staff to help cultivate and maintain the community garden. Throughout their service, the volunteers planted a variety of vegetables, carefully monitored plant […]

On Sunday, May 17th, volunteers from the AYLUS Columbus Branch returned to the Senior Star at the Dublin Retirement Village for a music performance. Seven volunteers performed on a variety of instruments, and the residents enjoyed the engaging and diverse program. Hours: Eric Hong – 1 Austin Xiao – 1 Aaron Feng – 1 Ethan […]

The Bernards PEC Program runs every Saturday morning from 9-11 am in April and May. It is a program for students to help other students with special needs. First our members had helped students through warm up, by demonstrating to them how to do many things such as galloping, high knees,etc. They also encouraged them […]

Today at Fellowship Village our volunteers helped seniors with many different questions. This included how to fix emails, send photos easier, and upload to cloud. Another volunteer had questions on how to change Apple watch lock screen and wallpaper, and recover and change their google password. Finally, a volunteer helped with issues such as making […]

On Friday, May 22, 2026, AYLUS of Oakland Gardens held its 227th event at the Kissena Park Soldiers Monument from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Some of our members had the honor of performing with the CYCNY Youth Orchestra at the Memorial Day Observance Korean War Memorial Ceremony hosted by Council Member Sandra Ung. During […]

On May 25th, 2026, AYLUS Oakland Gardens Branch held its 229th event from 1:45 PM to 3:45 PM at the Forest View Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. During the event, members performed a variety of songs for the residents at Forest View. To begin the concert, our Luminous Ensemble is made up of a talented […]

On Saturday May 23, 2026,  AYLUS of Oakland Gardens held its 228th event in the Browne Playground outside P.S. 020 from 8:45am to 12:15pm. The event’s objective was to continue to beautify and maintain the playground and flower beds. During the event we worked with Partnership for Parks (PFP) and Maureen and her husband Frank […]

On Saturday, May 9th, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, the Newtown AYLUS Branch helped sort boxes and toys for United Way.    Our main job was to organize the boxes and toys on the shelves, ensuring everything on each shelf was neatly arranged and sorted by category. When we first started sorting, we split […]

On Saturday, May 23rd, 2026, the event began with Rebecca reading ‘Ohana Means Family, then Jiangyuan reading With a Needle & Thread, and lastly with Nathan reading Masala Chai, Fast and Slow. Afterwards the kids went to learn different arts and crafts. Christiana and Amber taught kids to make baby ducks with clay, Rainie and […]

On the afternoon of Saturday, May 16, 2026, AYLUS Great Neck volunteers welcomed local children and families to an afternoon of storytelling, creativity, and hands-on learning in the multipurpose room of the Great Neck Main Library. The event combined engaging read-aloud sessions with interactive crafts, creating a fun and educational experience for participants. The program […]

On Monday, May 25th, members of the Great Neck Branch of AYLUS participated in the annual Great Neck Memorial Day Parade. Volunteers arrived at the designated meeting point at 9:00 AM, to represent the organization and also honor the legacy of those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Even though it was […]

On May 10th, from 1:30 to 5:00 pm, members of the Roslyn AYLUS Branch volunteered at the Chinese Center on Long Island (CCALI) at LIU. Volunteers signed in before the classes began and later went to their assigned classrooms to assist teachers throughout the day. Each classroom had several volunteers, depending on the number of […]

Reported by Virginia Li, On March 28, 2026, we had 5 kids and 1 adult in our Greater Tulsa Branch participated helping the League of of Exceptional Players in LaFortune indoor tennis center. The event was host by First Serve Tulsa, a local non-profit organization, to help special needs kids to play tennis and games, […]

AYLUS Gainesville Branch Teacher Assistance at Huagen Chinese School May 17th, 2026 On Sunday, May 17th, 2026, AYLUS Gainesville Branch volunteers Jalen Zheng and Logan Wu participated in teacher assistance activities at Huagen Chinese School. The volunteers contributed their time and effort to support younger students and teachers through classroom assistance and educational engagement. 1st […]

Weekend Speech & Debate Coaching AYLUS Gainesville Branch — May 17, 2026 The AYLUS Gainesville Branch organized its Weekend Speech & Debate Coaching Program at Oaks Hall School on Sunday, May 17, 2026, as part of the Huagen Chinese School weekend program open to all community members. Volunteers Jalen Zheng, Logan Wu, Michael Huan ,and […]

Weekend Science4Kids Class On Sunday, May 17th, the AYLUS Gainesville Branch hosted its latest Future Science Leaders of Gainesville workshop at Oak Hall School. Operating as a core component of the Huagen Chinese School’s weekend curriculum, the initiative brought together volunteers Brayden Yang and Nitya Rao, who each dedicated an hour to mentoring local youth. […]

On Tuesday, May 26th, AYLUS volunteers gathered at the Great Neck Library Station Branch to help students with different topics. Brian helped a student with statistics and his French project, helping him understand problems and solve questions. Siwoo worked with a student on math and explained difficult questions without the use of algebra. Junlin helped […]

On May 25th, Aylus participated in a bird protection program at Jones Beach State Park, where we helped protect the Piping Plover, a tiny, sand-colored endangered shorebird. From March through late summer is their breeding season, so the park ropes off the nesting areas to make sure the birds and their eggs stay safe. The […]

On May 26 at 11:00 AM, the AYLUS Morris Branch proudly partnered with Community FoodBank of New Jersey to help fight food insecurity in the local community. Through the dedication and teamwork of AYLUS members, the branch collected a total of 48 pounds of dry and canned non-perishable food items from neighborhoods and community supporters. […]

On Friday, May 22, members of the Roslyn AYLUS Branch continued their canned food and supply drive to support the Roslyn Bulldog Pantry. Throughout the week, members collected a variety of items from the community, including canned food, juice, Clorox wipes, paper towels, and baby wipes. These donations were organized and delivered to the pantry […]

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 May 17, 2026 – May 25, 2026. 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 May 10, 2026 – May 16, 2026. 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 Apr 27, 2026 – May 3, 2026. The goal of tutoring classes is to […]

  On May 25, 2026, it is a no-school day. Our volunteers decided to clean up the adopted street. This event aimed to enhance local cleanliness while promoting volunteer community involvement and environmental responsibility. Volunteers came equipped with gloves, garbage bags, and litter pickers to ensure a safe and effective cleaning process. Due to a […]

On 5/24 AYLUS Miami Branch organized a performance for seniors at NSPIRE Healthcare in Kendall. The performance was hosted by President Margaret Xiao. Participants: Margaret and Leo Xiao, Eason, Abby, and Alina Wang, Sophia Xue, Manning, and Eric (3 hrs)

On 4/26 AYLUS Miami Branch organized a performance for seniors at NSPIRE Healthcare in Kendall. The performance was hosted by President Margaret Xiao. Participants: Margaret and Leo Xiao, Eason, Abby, and Alina Wang, Marilu and Anna, Sophia Xue, Manning, and Alisa Wu (3 hrs)

The AYLUS Morris Branch proudly partnered with the local United Methodist Church to support families in need within the community. Through the dedication of student volunteers and the generosity of local residents, members collected over 25 pounds of canned goods, dry food, and other non-perishable food items from neighborhoods to help fight hunger in the […]

AYLUS Irvine Branch – Activity Report Event: Cleanup at Mason Park Date: May 25, 2026 Time: 4:00-6:30 PM Advisor: Erica Tang Branch Leader Submitting Report: Allen Zhang Event DescriptionVolunteers from the AYLUS Irvine Branch organized a community park cleanup to help maintain a clean and welcoming environment for local residents. During the event, members worked together to […]

Reported by Ziyu Yang On May 31st, members of the AYLUS San Diego branch participated in the 311th 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 […]

Reported by Ziyu Yang On May 17th, members of the AYLUS San Diego branch participated in the 309th 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 March 20, 2026, volunteers Eric Zhou, Ryan Cheng, Jacob Yuan, and Roy Sun spent the morning at the Fair Lawn Senior Center in New Jersey, offering hands‑on support to seniors who needed help navigating their everyday technology. From troubleshooting cell phones and iPads to assisting with computer questions, the students worked patiently with each […]

Reported and posted by Charlotte Chen On the morning of May 17th, 2026, AYLUS Frisco & Plano Branch members gathered at the Lexington County Clubhouse for a Loops For Love event to crochet items for donation to children’s hospitals. When volunteers arrived, they signed in and got straight to work on their crochet projects. Volunteers […]

Reported by Fiona Weng; Posted by Charlotte Chen On the morning of May 10th, 2026, members of ALYUS Frisco & Plano Branch gathered at Lexington Clubhouse for the Loops for Love event. After signing in, the volunteers quickly got started. Everyone stayed focused and made great use of their time, leading to a lot of progress […]

Reported by Fiona Weng; Posted by Charlotte Chen On the morning of May 3rd, 2026, the members of ALYUS Frisco & Plano Branch met at Lexington Clubhouse for a Loops for Love event. After signing in, the volunteers took their crochet hooks right away. Everyone was completely focused and had a great time using the […]

  The Summer Reading Marathon has successfully concluded, having received the praise of many participants. To welcome more participants, we will launch more reading activities that cater to different interests and styles. Further events would include history and culture, celebrity speeches, children’s stories, world classics and other series. During the event, volunteers used their reading […]

AYLUS Irvine Branch – Activity Report Event: Helping Assist in Concert and Playing Games with Residents Date: May 24, 2026 Time: 1 PM- 3 PM Advisor: Erica Tang Branch Leader Submitting Report: Chloe Tang Event Description Volunteers from the AYLUS Irvine Branch participated in a community service event at a local senior center, where members spent […]

Reported by: Navika Thanker Posted by: Jenny Lin On Sunday, May 17, 2026, members of the AYLUS Frisco and Plano branch came together at Russell Creek Park to host a fundraiser. Volunteers arrived early to set up the fundraising area, where they displayed popcorn, lemonade, shaved ice, cotton candy, and iced water. Tasks and responsibilities […]

Imagine you’re at a weekend NFT drop: a limited Solana collection goes live at noon, your phone buzzes, and you need to sign a transaction in thirty seconds to secure a piece. You open your mobile wallet, pick the network, and — pause — do you trust the app, the dApp, and the cryptographic key […]

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 […]

1.Detailed distribution sheet volunteer_hour_20260711 2.Summary hours order by name (up to April, 2025, for details, please see bottom) Names are combined to main name based on this alias list: name_alias = { “Amanda Wu”:[“Amanda Wu”, “Amenda Wu”], “Anson Ye”:[“Anson Ye”, “Anson Ye10”, “Ansons Ye”, “Answeron Ye”], “Bryan Wan”:[“Bryan Wan”, “Bryam Wan”, “Bryan Wang”], “Felix Zheng”:[“Felix […]

On May 23, 2026, three volunteers went to the CLA to work as TAs on a weekly project. We have done a great job of helping students and teachers this afternoon by directing students to the appropriate class, assisting the teacher with setting up the classroom, and cleaning up the mess after class. We also […]

On May 16th, members of the Syosset AYLUS joined the Long Island Native Plant Initiative (LINPI) to assist with their support for local environmental initiatives. Today, members first assisted with removing weeds from healthy plants and pots. We also assisted with weeding outside in the garden, around the fences, and in the greenhouses. Overall, volunteers […]

On Thursday, May 21st, AYLUS volunteers gathered at the Great Neck Library Station Branch to help students with different subjects. Brian helped a student with a French project and French homework by reviewing vocabulary and grammar. Goldman worked with a student on reading comprehension and helped them answer questions based on a short passage. Brendan […]