The Utah Education Policy Center released a report on Oct. 21, 2026, regarding the second-year evaluation of the Volunteer for Good pilot program. Developed by UServeUtah, the program aims to increase volunteerism and support the well-being, civic engagement, and academic and social success of high school students.
The Volunteer for Good initiative is a four-year pilot program spanning from 2024 to 2028. The evaluation for the second year summarizes key implementation metrics and identifies facilitators and barriers to the program's execution.
According to the report, the evaluation examined how students, educators, and families experienced the program. It also investigated the relationship between program participation and students' mental well-being, civic outcomes, and academic and social success.
The pilot program operates within five Local Education Agencies. These include the Granite, Nebo, Sevier, and Garfield County school districts, as well as Mountain Heights Academy.
