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| Aug 18, 2026 | VolunteerNC Awarded More Than $13.2 Million in AmeriCorps Funding to Support Service Programs Across the State | NORTH CAROLINA, August 18 - Today VolunteerNC announced that its AmeriCorps NC program received more than $13.2 million in funding from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism.
“Whether it’s mentoring students, ... |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Colorado’s Youth Mental Health Corps improves student attendance and behavior | Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
Marissa Garcia can barely finish a sentence before a student stops to chat with her. She’s sitting in the blue-walled wellness room in the high school wing of York International School in Thornton.... |
| Aug 17, 2026 | ServMO announces recipients of 2026-2027 AmeriCorps Planning and Operational Grants | ServMO announces the recipients of 2026-2027 AmeriCorps Planning and Operational Grants. As the organization responsible for overseeing AmeriCorps programs in Missouri, grants awarded by ServMO will strengthen communities and foster civic e... |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Washington Conservation Corps opens recruitment for AmeriCorps members statewide | Our Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) program is recruiting about 260 AmeriCorps members to support critical restoration and recreation projects across the state.
WCC is a career-development program within Ecology providing hands-on exper... |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Nonprofits and brands are navigating the partisan air of the 250th in search of a unifying tone | Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
By JAMES POLLARD and ANNE D’INNOCENZIO
NEW YORK (AP) — The United States’ 250th birthday carries ambitions to galvanize Americans behind nationwide community-service drives and patriotic brand laun... |
| Mar 25, 2026 | The Funding Era That Built Most Nonprofits Is Over | The pilot trap, the overhead myth and the measurement reckoning: why nonprofits that treat data as strategic infrastructure will attract capital in the new funding landscape, and why those that don’t are being quietly edged out. Unsplash+
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| Mar 9, 2026 | AmeriCorps Week celebrates Americans Serving America | America's Service Commissions logo
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Recognizing the commitment of millions of AmeriCorps Volunteers who have contributed billions of hours of service and lasting impact in communities nationwide. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES... |
| May 30, 2025 | Asking Eric: Partner is always rude to neighbors | – Un-Neighborly
Dear Un-Neighborly:
I empathize with you. Your building has a certain culture and when your partner dismisses that culture, it reflects poorly on you and could affect your relationships with your neighbors. It’s especially r... |
| Apr 29, 2025 | AmeriCorps cuts prompt two dozen states led by Democrats to sue Trump administration | AmeriCorps employs more than 500 full-time federal workers and has an operating budget of roughly $1 billion.
In addition, it sends roughly 200,000 corps members across the country as part of its service programs. Most corps members get a l... |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Federal agencies are hiring seasonal firefighters in Colorado as summer approaches | “We’re not sure the status of that, but as of now, they are ready to go and be deployed,” Polis said of the AmeriCorps workers earmarked for Colorado.
Polis gathered with Colorado fire and public safety leaders to discuss the wildfire forec... |
| Apr 19, 2025 | The Battle Over Water: Denver's Gross Reservoir Expansion Faces Legal Storm | In the heart of Colorado, a fierce battle brews over water. Denver Water is pushing forward with the expansion of Gross Reservoir, a project that promises to triple its capacity. This expansion is not just about water; it’s about survival. ... |
| Apr 17, 2025 | American YouthWorks' Career Training Prepares Young Adults for Work in Disaster Response | Members repairing a home impacted by the flood.
Sidney training a TXCC member with proper safety equipment
Members in a classroom setting, training in disaster response.
Disaster response deployment to Roswell, NM, young adults gain job ski... |
| Apr 17, 2025 | DOGE targets a community service program in its latest cost-cutting effort | The agency pays for volunteers’ basic expenses, including housing, meals and a “limited health benefit,” as well as a “modest” living allowance, according to the program. The program also provided members who complete their 1,700-hour servi... |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Volunteer Tennessee Announces 2025-26 Volunteer Center and Youth Civic Engagement Funding Opportunities | NASHVILLE, TN – Volunteer Tennessee is excited to announce mini-grant opportunities for Volunteer Centers and Youth Civic Engagement programs. Both opportunities will support the development and strengthening of volunteer programs and civic... |
| Nov 26, 2024 | From Washington to Iowa, WCC members provide critical flood and wildfire relief | Our Washington Conservation Corps (WCC) members wrapped up their 2023-24 term after a busy year of habitat restoration and trail improvement projects. Some WCC members also spent their last few weeks supporting communities impacted by natur... |
| Sep 10, 2024 | BCN to Participate in September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance | MORRISTOWN, N.J., Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- When America again observes the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, tens of millions of Americans, employers and other organizations all across the nation will once again... |
| Aug 26, 2024 | Americans serve together to honor and remember Sept. 11 | (BPT) - More than two decades ago, on Sept. 11, 2001, many lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. From across America, people stepped forward — uniting to help the families of those lost, assist the injured, and do whatever they co... |
| Jul 30, 2024 | Volunteer Tennessee Commission Announces 2024-25 Planning Grant Recipients | NASHVILLE, TN – Volunteer Tennessee is excited to announce three (3) recipients of its 2024-25 Tennessee AmeriCorps Planning Grant opportunity. These grants were awarded to East Tennessee State University, Tennessee Charitable Care Network,... |
| Jul 9, 2024 | AmeriCorps and CDC Award $76 million in Funding to Support Public Health Needs Nationwide | Public Health AmeriCorps funding will address urgent public health needs, advance more equitable health outcomes and expand public health workforce
Washington, DC, July 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriCorps, the federal agency for nationa... |
| Jul 9, 2024 | AmeriCorps and CDC Award $76 million in Funding to Support Public Health Needs Nationwide | Washington, DC, July 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded more than $76 million, including $42 million in new funds, to... |
| Jun 10, 2024 | Volunteering Together to Build Friendships and Strengthen Bonds | (Family Features) Volunteering has always been a big part of Shelley Brosnan’s life, whether she was serving in her children’s school or in their Fairfax, Va., community. When Brosnan retired, increasing her volunteer efforts was a natural ... |
| Jun 7, 2024 | Kentucky Governor Defends EVs Amid Donald Trump-Led Attacks on Joe Biden's Dream of an All-Electric Future | By Inno Flores
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is standing up for electric vehicles (EVs) amid criticism... |
| May 31, 2024 | Health | Colorado doesn’t have enough mental health workers to meet demand. Here’s what’s being done to fix that. | To close the access gap, the state needs to not only train more professionals, but keep them from burning out and leaving the field, and encourage them to serve where people need them, Weinberg said.
“Increasing the number of professionals ... |
| May 18, 2024 | Axios Event: U.S. Surgeon General says youths are in decade-long mental health crisis | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called today's youth mental health crisis the "defining public health issue of our time" as more young people battle mental health challe... |
| May 15, 2024 | Exclusive: New program creates "youth corps" for mental health | figcaption>span]:font-sans">
Hundreds of young adults will be trained to help their peers access mental health care and other supports in a first-of-its-kind service program aimed at addressing the youth mental health crisis.
Why... |
| May 14, 2024 | AmeriCorps: DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF PUBLIC HEALTH WORKERS | Learn How Public Health AmeriCorps is Addressing Workforce Gaps and Urgent Public Health Needs
WASHINGTON, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
BACKGROUND:
A recent study found that nearly half of public health workers left their jobs between 2017 ... |
| May 9, 2024 | AmeriCorps Announces Major $370 Million Funding Boost to Support 300 Innovative Programs Across the Nation | |
| Apr 15, 2024 | How Volunteering Can Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness | (Family Features) The bonds found in friendships and other relationships are an important factor in health and wellness – even science says so.
According to the American Psychological Association, forming and maintaining social connections ... |
| Apr 5, 2024 | Combatting Loneliness in Older Adults | (Family Features) The bonds found in friendships and other relationships are an important factor in health and wellness – even science says so.
According to the American Psychological Association, forming and maintaining social connections ... |
| Mar 21, 2024 | MI Healthy Climate Corps launches with 30 members statewide | The MI Healthy Climate Corps (MHC Corps) is on the move. The corps is a new program to develop an enduring, capable network of climate professionals committed to their communities and a sustainable future for Michigan. This week, the corps’... |
| Mar 13, 2024 | AmeriCorps and Arkansas State Parks Partner for Conservation Efforts on Public Lands | |
| Mar 12, 2024 | AmeriCorps Celebrates National Service in Texas | AmeriCorps CEO joined AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors, service leaders and organizations to spotlight education
Washington, DC, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During the week of Monday, March 4, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith... |
| Mar 12, 2024 | AmeriCorps Celebrates National Service in Texas | |
| Mar 11, 2024 | AmeriCorps Week 2024: Celebrate Millions of Americans Who Answered the Call to Service | |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Statement by AmeriCorps CEO Smith on the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget | The Budget provides $1.342 billion for AmeriCorps to invest in core infrastructure improvements, reduce barriers to service and address America’s most urgent challenges
Washington, DC, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Biden-Har... |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Statement by AmeriCorps CEO Smith on the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget | |
| Mar 11, 2024 | AmeriCorps Week 2024: Celebrate Millions of Americans Who Answered the Call to Service | The annual week-long celebration of AmeriCorps members, alumni, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and programs begins Sunday, March 10
Washington, DC, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC— March 10-16, AmeriCorps, the federal agenc... |
| Mar 8, 2024 | The Selective Service System and AmeriCorps Forge Partnership Promoting National Service Participation Across America | |
| Mar 8, 2024 | The Selective Service System and AmeriCorps Forge Partnership Promoting National Service Participation Across America | Washington, DC, March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Selective Service acting Director Joel C. Spangenberg and AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the White House to codify their partnership on publi... |
| Jan 12, 2024 | Things to do: How you can honor MLK Jr. | America annually honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., born Jan. 15, 1929, on the third Monday of January.
Metro Atlanta has several events this month to commemorate King's life.
King Center: The nonprofit organization devoted to... |
| Dec 11, 2023 | 5 ways to make a difference on MLK National Day of Service | (BPT) - Every year, people nationwide celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It’s not just a day off from work and school. MLK Day is led by AmeriCorps, the fede... |
| Dec 7, 2023 | Volunteer Tennessee Announces 2024 AmeriCorps Planning Grant Funding Opportunity | Volunteer Tennessee, the governor appointed 25-member, bi-partisan commission that encourages volunteerism and community service, announces its 2024 AmeriCorps Planning Grant Notification of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for those interested i... |
| Nov 21, 2023 | On the road: Climate Corps, methane capture, green port tech | WASHINGTON, November 21 - Putting people to work in the new Washington Climate Corps
Young people feel anxious about climate change. But according to Gov. Jay Inslee, "the best antidote for anxiety is action."
On Friday, the gover... |
| Jun 20, 2023 | 3 Ways Seniors Can Redefine Retirement Through Community Connection | (Family Features) Everyone benefits when older adults remain engaged, independent and included. Instead of letting age define their circumstances, older Americans are embracing change, pushing boundaries and transforming their communities t... |
| Jun 1, 2023 | I dropped out of college to live out of my car. My lifestyle has taught me more than college ever could. | Robert French lives out of his car. Katrina Filer
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| May 26, 2023 | 3 Ways Older Adults Can Pay It Forward: Redefine retirement through community connection | (Family Features) This time of year always provides plenty to celebrate and commemorate with the warmer weather and longer days.
May is also Older Americans Month, a time for celebrating the contributions that older adults make in our count... |
| Apr 25, 2023 | How a university-community home-sharing collective is creating a new model for affordable housing in West Philadelphia | The skyrocketing housing prices of the pandemic era have cooled since their peak in June 2022, but still remain far too high for many. Last year, the median American home price topped $400,000 for the first time, and the burden on renters i... |
| Mar 13, 2023 | AmeriCorps Week 2023 Celebrates Millions of Americans who Unite in Service | The annual week-long celebration of AmeriCorps members, alumni, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and programs began March 12
/EIN News/ -- WASHINGTON, DC, March 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 12-18, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for natio... |
| Jan 26, 2023 | AmeriCorps ranks Missouri 10th in the nation for formal volunteering in latest Volunteering and Civic Life in America research | The Missouri Community Service Commission (MCSC) announced today that AmeriCorps determined more than 1.4 million Missourians formally volunteered through an organization from September 2020 to September 2021. These volunteer efforts made a... |
| Jan 25, 2023 | Breakthrough Central Texas Returns Up to $55 per Dollar Invested | AmeriCorps members at Breakthrough Central Texas serve not only as caseworkers but also as mentors and support for teachers
AmeriCorps study reports higher graduation rates and decreased government spending from Austin-area nonprofit organi... |
| Jan 11, 2023 | Juniper Communities Partners with Generations Over Lunch to Spur Cross Generational Conversations on MLK Day of Service | Juniper Communities
Working with AmeriCorps volunteers, Juniper's senior living residents will engage in dialogues with youth activists on MLK, Jr. Day of Service, January 16, 2023
Juniper has always stood out as a phenomenal place for olde... |
| Jul 12, 2022 | Governor Wolf Announces More Than $17.5 Million in PennSERVE Grant Funding for Community Service Across Pennsylvania | Funding will support 1,370 AmeriCorps members in meeting community needs.
Governor Tom Wolf today announced the awarding of more than $17.5 million – the most in commonwealth history – to support the community-service work of 26 AmeriCorps... |
| Jul 7, 2022 | Diverse Coalition of Education Groups Announces Support for the National Partnership for Student Success Launched Today by Biden-Harris Administration | BALTIMORE (PRWEB) July 07, 2022
A diverse group of public and non-profit organizations are announcing their support for the National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS), a coordinated, research-based, locally-driven, all-in effort to hel... |
| Jan 10, 2022 | AmeriCorps Asks Nation to Unite through Service on MLK Day | Federal agency calls on media to raise awareness of volunteer opportunities available across America
WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, will mark the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, the only f... |
| Feb 22, 2021 | Is There Wasteful Spending In The New $1.9 Trillion Coronavirus Stimulus Bill? | WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 11: Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) heads back to her office ... [+] following her weekly press conference at the US Capitol on February 11, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Getty Images)Gett... |
| Sep 29, 2020 | AmeriCorps Unveils New Logo, New Name for Agency | |
| Jun 5, 2020 | Big tech should create a national service program to make the US more united | Kevin Frazier Contributor
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| Volunteering Together: Building friendships and strengthening bonds | (Family Features) Volunteering has always been a big part of Shelley Brosnan’s life, whether she was serving in her children’s school or in their Fairfax, Va., community. When Brosnan retired, increasing her volunteer efforts was a natural ... |
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Daniel Moefu-Tautofi has been involved with the Hawai‘i Literacy volunteer program since he was in high school. He organize... |
