We are happy to announce our Corpsmembers of the Month for April, first from San Bernardino is David Rivera, he says, “Hi, my name is David Rivera and I am 18 years old from Rialto, CA. I have been with the Corps for 6 months. I enjoy working at the Corps because it gives you…
The Southern California Mountains Foundation’s Urban Conservation Corps supported recycling efforts at Coachella and Stagecoach, helping divert over 69,035 tons of plastics, aluminum, and other materials from landfills, keeping the living desert ecosystem healthy. These partnerships not only benefit the environment, and community, but also provide Corpsmembers with valuable job experience and education in conservation and sustainability through…
Urban Conservation Corpsmembers recently joined crews from across the state at CorpsCon, an annual gathering that brings local conservation corps together in Sacramento to share their powerful stories and discuss the importance of workforce development, green career pathways, and protecting public lands. It's an amazing opportunity for Corpsmembers to connect with leaders, and represent. It’s…
Congratulations to our January Corpsmembers of the month for 2026! Marco Bautista is Corpsmember of the month at the Coachella Site. He has been an outstanding Corpsmember since joining the Corps!!He is always on time and ready to work and help others. Here is a little more about Marco. “I am 23 years old and…
Congratulations to our December Corpsmembers of the month!! Christian Parra is our Corpsmember of the month for December at the Coachella Valley site. He has been an outstanding Corpsmember since joining! He is always on time and ready to work and help others. Christian says, “I am 22 years old and live in Coachella Valley,…
We are proud to reflect on a year rooted in stewardship, service, and community connection. Through the dedication of volunteers, partners, and Urban Conservation Corps members, thousands of hours were invested in protecting Public Lands, educating visitors, reducing wildfire risk, and restoring vital ecosystems across the region. These collective efforts strengthened both the landscapes we care…
Let’s take a moment to congratulate our November Corpsmembers of the month!! Xitlalic Huesca is our Corpmember of the month at the Coachella Valley site. She has been an outstanding Corpsmember since joining with us, She is always on time and ready to work and help others. Xitlalic says, “I am 20 years old and…
We are thrilled to recognize two outstanding UCC Corpsmembers from the Southern California Mountains Foundation, Isabella Marines from San Bernardino and David Huynh from Coachella. Isabella, age 19, shared: “I am 19 years old and from San Bernardino, California. I have been with UCC for six months. I enjoy working with the UCC because of…
We are incredibly proud to congratulate our UCC leader, Pedro Quintero, on being recognized in Senator Eloise Gómez-Reyes’ prestigious “30 Under 30” awards. Pedro’s dedication, innovation, and service within the district have set him apart as a true young leader and an inspiration to others. This honor celebrates his continuous hard work and reflects the…
