AmeriCorps Competitive Traditional Grant

The AmeriCorps Competitive Traditional program, managed by the Illinois Department of Human Services, aims to engage members in impactful community service initiatives. Participants can earn a living allowance and the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award for further education. This funding opportunity is available to new and existing applicants in Illinois, encouraging civic engagement and volunteerism to tackle pressing community challenges. Each applicant is limited to one application, with awards varying based on project needs.

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) – Serve Illinois and AmeriCorps State and National grants are awarded to eligible organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions to strengthen communities. An AmeriCorps member is a person who does community service through AmeriCorps.
Members may receive a living allowance and other benefits. After successful completion of their service, members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award they can use to pay for higher education expenses or apply to qualified student loans.
AmeriCorps State and National improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps State and National brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps members serve with organizations dedicated to the improvement of communities and those serving.
This funding opportunity is open to new, recompete, and continuation applicants in any community located in Illinois. Any applicants selected for funding will be notified by IDHS – Serve Illinois and a contract will be sent requiring a signature from the program designee.
Single Award Range:
Awards will vary based on the project. Limit of 1 application per applicant.