Katie Snow and Victor Barrett of Project MARS
Congrats to Katie Snow and Victor Barrett of Project MARS, honored last night by America’s Service Commissions during its annual Innovation and Leadership Awards at the The Bush School of Government & Public Service in Washington, DC. These two national service champions were honored in the Outstanding Service Program Staff category. Congrats, Katie and Victor!
Katie has dedicated more than 15 years to advancing national service in North Carolina, leading AmeriCorps programs that empower young people and strengthen communities. After a decade as a social worker in foster care and child protection, she transitioned to national service. Since 2013, Katie has directed Project MARS AmeriCorps at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina, where she has expanded the program across 10 rural counties. Known for fostering an “AmeriFamily,” Katie creates a culture of belonging and purpose that supports members through orientation, training, and service year challenges, while preparing them for future success.
Victor has more than 17 years of experience in AmeriCorps program management, compliance, and fiscal oversight. He began his career with Project POWER at Children First of Buncombe County before co-founding Project MARS AmeriCorps at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina. Victor ensures the program operates with excellence, consistently ranking among the state’s strongest programs. His creativity and humor bring trainings to life, making complex material engaging while fostering the culture of connection that defines Project MARS.
Read more about Katie and Victor, as well as other winners.
