Commissioner Highlight: April Elkins Badtke 

It's time for a commissioner highlight! Today, we're recognizing April Elkins Badtke, who works as Executive Director at Stewards Individual Placements (Conservation Legacy), is a commissioner with Volunteer West Virginia, and serves on the ASC Board of Directors.

"Others should consider a career in national service because it offers the rare opportunity to combine purpose with profession. Few career paths allow you to directly strengthen communities while also developing leaders, building partnerships, and creating measurable impact. National service is not just about meeting immediate needs — it is about investing in long-term change. It equips individuals with skills, resilience, and a deeper understanding of the communities they serve. In return, professionals in this field gain the privilege of witnessing transformation firsthand — in programs, in communities, and in people. For those who want their work to matter beyond a bottom line, national service provides a pathway to meaningful impact. It challenges you, grows you, and reminds you daily why the work matters." 

Thank you for your service, April!

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