Welcome To National Service At Rural Dynamics, Amy!
December 29, 2020
Amy is joining the Great Falls Library as an AmeriCorps Vista. In this role, she will be building upon the library’s efforts to grow its community reach through a social media ambassador program, Little Free Libraries, and a formalized program to engage volunteers. With a background in marketing and community engagement, as well as a lifelong passion for libraries, Amy is excited to serve the Great Falls Library, its foundation, and the community of Great Falls.
Amy’s lifelong passion for libraries began at a young age. From as young as five, Amy recalls Saturday visits to the library with her father, where she was able to pick out five books to check out and bring home. Starting in first grade, she remembers vividly walking with her classmates to the local library in Harrisburg, PA and getting a tour of the local library. Programming such as puppet shows, read along aloud with a librarian, and summer reading contests were engaging and encouraged Amy to embrace her love of learning. As a teen, Amy was fortunate to witness her town of Camp Hill build a new library from the ground up, made possibly by generous donations from benefactors and donors within the community. She spent the next few years volunteering at the library. Her proudest moments include helping seniors to create documents using Microsoft Word and to fundraise money for Teen Space, a safe and comfortable area for teens to read, do homework, and feel at home while at the library.
Flash forward to present day, Amy can be found exploring new places with her dog Scout, frequenting local coffee shops and bookstores, or browsing the book stacks at the local library, on the hunt for the next read! She is an active member of Children Media Association and the Junior League, non-profits focused on enriching and empowering the lives of children. Libraries serve various populations and are focal points of the community in which they serve, uniquely positioned to make a direct impact on people’s lives. Amy is looking forward to the opportunity to serve the community of Great Falls and to continue the legacy of the Great Falls Library.
2025 Impact Report In 2025, RDI Financial Wellness continued to walk alongside individuals and families across Montana as they worked toward greater financial stability, opportunity, and peace of mind. Thanks to the support of 65 dedicated volunteers, we served 3,321 people statewide, with 93% identifying as low to moderate income. Our focus remains clear, ensuring our services reach those who need them most and create meaningful, lasting impact. This year, we provided 263 financial and housing counseling sessions, helping individuals and families navigate challenges, build confidence, and make informed financial decisions. Through housing counseling and education, we worked to prevent foreclosure, support renters, and guide future homeowners on their path forward. Our Montana Families Trust continued to provide long term security for individuals living with disabilities, managing 91 active trusts and approximately $4 million in pooled assets. At the same time, our Assistive Technology Loan program expanded access to essential tools and equipment that improve independence and quality of life. One of the most visible impacts of our work continues through our Tax Help program. In 2025, we helped 2,765 taxpayers file their returns for free, returning $2.64 million to Montanans and saving them $801,850 in preparation fees. These are dollars that stay in our communities, supporting families, local businesses, and economic stability. Beyond the numbers, this work is about people. It is about a parent gaining confidence in their finances, a senior staying in their home, or a family accessing resources that create new opportunities. We are deeply grateful to our volunteers, partners, and community members who make this work possible. Together, we are building stronger financial futures across Montana. Read the full report here: 2025 Impact Report
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We are pleased to announce that effective April 1, 2023, Jordyn Rogers, the Deputy Director of Rural Dynamics Inc. (RDI), has assumed the position of Executive Director.
