AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps Program

Program Type: Federally-funded service program

Geographic Scope: Massachusetts

AmeriCorps is a federally-supported national network of programs that engages nearly 75,000 Americans each year in service to meet critical needs in education, the environment, public safety, homeland security, and other areas.

Massachusetts AmeriCorps

In Massachusetts, there are approximately 2,000 AmeriCorps members serving at over 500 host sites each year across 31 AmeriCorps programs in various focus areas.

Member Benefits:

• Segal Education Award: Up to $6,895
• Modest living allowance stipend (varies by program)
• Comprehensive health care
• Robust professional development

Service Areas:

• Providing tutoring and mentoring services to children
• Legal assistance for individuals and families
• Health education and job readiness workshops
• Maintaining natural resources and public lands
• Academic support in underresourced neighborhoods
• Protecting natural resources in at-risk ecosystems

AmeriCorps Funding

In the 2024-2025 service year, Massachusetts AmeriCorps members provided 31,243 hours of service, valued at approximately $1,086,943.

Administration: The Massachusetts Service Alliance (MSA), the official State Service Commission, administers funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service to AmeriCorps state programs in the Commonwealth. MSA monitors and evaluates the implementation of Massachusetts AmeriCorps state programs.

Support Resources:

• Technical Assistance sessions for prospective organizations
• Concept Proposal process for new programs
• Community Grant Reviewer program for accessible grant evaluation

AmeriCorps Application Process

For Organizations Launching NEW Programs:

1. Submit Concept Proposal
- Required for all organizations considering launching a NEW AmeriCorps program for the upcoming grant year
- Deadline: September 7th (for 2024-25 year)
- Submit via online link provided

2. Submit Intent to Apply
- Deadline: August 24th
- Submit via online form

3. Attend Technical Assistance Session (Recommended)
- Sessions held to explain the process and answer questions
- Example: August 21st at 2 PM (for 2024-25 year)
- Register via provided link

Resources Provided:

Concept Proposal Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions document

Technical Assistance session recordings (with password protection)

For More Information:

Contact: ACQuestions@mass-service.org

Reach out to Julia Lee-Papastavros at jlee-papastavros@mass-service.org for current opportunities