SERVE Stories: Impact in Action
At SERVE Noblesville, we believe that true change happens when people come together to serve, love, and invest in their community. The heart of SERVE is in the stories—stories of volunteers stepping up, neighbors helping neighbors, and lives being transformed through simple acts of kindness.
City of Noblesville Mayor’s Office
City of Noblesville Mayor’s Office, “SERVE Noblesville is one initiative that truly aims to make Noblesville a better place. By bringing together residents, local government, businesses, churches, civic and nonprofit groups, SERVE Noblesville provides opportunities for our citizens to volunteer to address the needs of individuals and the community with practical tasks. When a SERVE Noblesville team works on a project, they bring hope and caring well beyond the labor they provide. My office and several city departments look forward to SERVE Week every year to engage with individuals, get our hands dirty, and see how a few hours can positively impact one of our neighbors, community organizations, or friends globally.”
Jennifer Bishop - Project Host
I have headed up SERVE Noblesville’s Free Community Giveaway for several years. Each year SERVE Volunteers spend 3 days collecting and organizing donations to be given away for free to anyone who wants them. It amazes me every year how so many people are touched by this project: from the families who are needing to clean out, to the team of volunteers that have become friends over the years, to the 300+ people who come in the doors to take the items home with them. SERVE impacts so many people for a lifetime in just a few short days every summer.
SERVE Volunteer
As someone new to Noblesville, I was eager to find a way to get more involved in the community. I discovered SERVE at a Noblesville Chamber event, and the enthusiasm and passion of the people I met were truly inspiring. I wanted to be part of something meaningful that I could be passionate about while also contributing to making my community a better place.
Michelle Schmidt
I vividly recall the first Fun Fest I attended. There was an organized community game called "Meet Your Neighbor," similar to musical chairs but with a twist. Instead of losing a seat, you moved and chatted with the person in front of you. I met so many people, young and old, and it was a delightful and effortless way to make new connections. It's great to see new faces savoring new food from various cultures and connecting with people they wouldn't have met otherwise. My girls, now 11 and 13, were free to explore independently, a rare opportunity to find a safe space where children can experience that sense of freedom.
