For the Chamber's October Non-Profit Roundtable we invited Commissioner Megan Smith from the N.C. Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service to help Chamber Non-Profit members determine which AmeriCorps funding programs were right for them and how to write a competitive application.
This presentation is for organizations interested in finding out about AmeriCorps Planning grants. Planning grants are one time awards of up to $50,000 made to organizations to help them develop and plan an AmeriCorps program.
In this presentation the author presents an overview of a proposed legal and wraparound social services program which would be providing high quality and culturally competent services to low income African American parents and families with open DHS/CPS cases. The presentation covers all major aspects of program development including: program concepts, social problem analysis/need, logic model, program evaluation, budget, and marketing.
Federal Funding for Mentoring: Past, Present & Future presented by the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota; April 6, 2011; features panelist Joellen Gonder-Spacek. Part of monthly Quality In Action webinar series.
This presentation is for organizations interested in finding out about AmeriCorps Planning grants. Planning grants are one time awards of up to $50,000 made to organizations to help them develop and plan an AmeriCorps program.
In this presentation the author presents an overview of a proposed legal and wraparound social services program which would be providing high quality and culturally competent services to low income African American parents and families with open DHS/CPS cases. The presentation covers all major aspects of program development including: program concepts, social problem analysis/need, logic model, program evaluation, budget, and marketing.
Federal Funding for Mentoring: Past, Present & Future presented by the Mentoring Partnership of Minnesota; April 6, 2011; features panelist Joellen Gonder-Spacek. Part of monthly Quality In Action webinar series.
Join this session to explore how to meet the talent needs of rural companies and communities today and tomorrow. Learn how workforce development models – particularly apprenticeship and other forms of work-based learning – can effectively adapt to a rural context. This session will emphasize strategies to grow talent locally, beginning with youth-focused programming, and will examine workforce development in the context of broader national trends, including the Great Resignation, a shift to remote work, and national investment in infrastructure such as broadband technology. This presentation will also examine how the economic development community can support a stronger and more equitable talent ecosystem.
On December 19, 2011, Kent Chao issued a report on Delancey Street Foundation with a "BUY" rating. This research report has been peer reviewed by Nadia Anggraini and Michael Kim.
Nonprofit Investor ("NPI") is a platform for the creation and distribution of free, in-depth research on charity organizations by volunteers.
If you believe there are any inaccuracies or errors in any report, please contact us.
The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, in partnership with Allegany Franciscan Ministries, conducted the 2nd Annual Nonprofit Survey to gather data regarding the needs in the community, the state of nonprofits and how best funders could be of assistance. Respondents were asked about their current challenges, the impact the economic downturn has had on the services they offer and their most pressing funding needs. Here are results related to Central and Western Palm Beach County.
Join this session to explore how to meet the talent needs of rural companies and communities today and tomorrow. Learn how workforce development models – particularly apprenticeship and other forms of work-based learning – can effectively adapt to a rural context. This session will emphasize strategies to grow talent locally, beginning with youth-focused programming, and will examine workforce development in the context of broader national trends, including the Great Resignation, a shift to remote work, and national investment in infrastructure such as broadband technology. This presentation will also examine how the economic development community can support a stronger and more equitable talent ecosystem.
On December 19, 2011, Kent Chao issued a report on Delancey Street Foundation with a "BUY" rating. This research report has been peer reviewed by Nadia Anggraini and Michael Kim.
Nonprofit Investor ("NPI") is a platform for the creation and distribution of free, in-depth research on charity organizations by volunteers.
If you believe there are any inaccuracies or errors in any report, please contact us.
The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, in partnership with Allegany Franciscan Ministries, conducted the 2nd Annual Nonprofit Survey to gather data regarding the needs in the community, the state of nonprofits and how best funders could be of assistance. Respondents were asked about their current challenges, the impact the economic downturn has had on the services they offer and their most pressing funding needs. Here are results related to Central and Western Palm Beach County.
Tom Micuda, Planning Director for the City of Bloomington, gave a presentation on the city's development review process for the 2012 Inter-City Visit to Bloomington, IN.
Maria Heslin, Deputy Mayor of the City of Bloomington, gave a presentation about the City of Bloomington's Team Innovation for the 2012 Inter-City Visit.
Jacqui Bauer, Sustainability Coordinator for the City of Bloomington and Bill Brown, Director of Sustainability at Indiana University gave a presentation on university-community partnerships focusing on sustainability for the 2012 Inter-City Visit to Bloomington, IN.
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce hosted its Orange County Development Briefing, 8-10 a.m, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2011 at the Friday Center for Continuing Education in Chapel Hill.
Commercial and residential real estate professionals, planners and economic developers presented the latest trends about the local markets, new economic development initiatives, and the status of approved projects in Orange County and its municipalities at the fifth annual event.
Speakers included Mark Zimmerman of RE/MAX Winning Edge; John Morris of Morris Commercial; and Gordon Merklein, UNC’s executive director of real estate development.
The event is presented by Time Warner Cable Business Class and sponsored Duke Energy, The UPS Store and the 2011 Chamber Master Sponsors.
Presentation Title: AmeriCorps: Get Involved, Give Back, Gain Skills, Earn an Ed Award and Obtain a Living Allowance!
Featured Speakers:
Paula Sotnik, Project Director, National Service Inclusion Project, Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston
Robert Shogren, Director, Arizona Governor's Commission on Service and Volunteerism
Jason Wheeler, Senior Program Manager, National Service Inclusion Project, Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston
Amy Rocker, AmeriCorps Alumna & Commissioner for the Arizona Governor's Commission on Service and Volunteerism
Description:
When considering life after high school, national and community service presents an appealing option for students with disabilities. Whether the decision is to go on to college, get a job or both, a national service experience is a valuable place to develop skills, expand networks, and explore career options. This session will provide an informative overview of how an individual becomes a national service member or volunteer. This workshop will discuss how service can help young adults give back to their communities while simultaneously developing skills and experience, describe how service members can develop social networks and receive a living allowance, training and an Ed award, matched by 78 colleges and universities, to pay educational costs.
A description of the responsibilities of service sites participating in the Homeless and Housing Coalition of Kentucky's Build Corps AmeriCorps program.
Education: Strengthening our Workforce Pipeline
Panelists:
• Brett Brenton, Regional Impact Manager, myFutureNC (moderator)
• Al Ciarochi, Deputy Superintendent of Operations, Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools
• Abe Dones, Vice President and Chief Student Services Officer, Durham Technical Community College
• Julie Pack, Incoming Chief Academic Officer, Orange County School District
• Rodney Trice, Deputy Superintendent of Teaching & Learning, Equity & Engagement, Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools
Download Brett’s presentation <LINK>
Highlights from the session included:
• Brett Brenton opened the session with an overview of myFutureNC and emphasized the importance of aligning educational efforts with the needs of high-demand sectors such as healthcare, technology, and building trades.
• Panelists discussed the evolving landscape of talent development and its impact on educational strategies, and shared opportunities for collaboration among educational institutions and employers to improve outcomes.
• The session closed with discussion about role for the Chamber’s forthcoming employer-led Workforce Council.
Increasing Housing Supply & Affordability
Panelists:
• Delores Bailey, Executive Director, Empowerment Inc.
• Lee Bowman, Principal, Legion Land & Development
• Kimberly Sanchez, Executive Director, Community Home Trust
• Sarah Viñas, Director, Affordable Housing and Community Connections Department, Town of Chapel Hill (moderator)
Highlights from the session included:
• Sarah presented the Chapel Hill Affordable Housing Plan, detailing local strategies to increase the supply of affordable housing, including ownership and for-rent units, through public, non-profit and private development.
• Delores and Kimberly each explained their models to deliver more affordable housing units, and Lee illuminated the practical challenges for housing affordability in our community.
• The panel highlighted some policy change opportunities, particularly in the pending LUMO update, that could create a more favorable environment for new housing projects across the affordability spectrum.
What: The Economic Forecast Forum presented by Adkin CPA PLLC and Chapel Hill Media Group
When: Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 8:00am-10:00am
8:00am-8:30am: Coffee networking
8:30am-10:00am: Program
Where: The Lumina Theater
Why: The purpose of this forum is for Chamber members and friends to receive timely information on the current performance and future predictions of our national, state, regional, and local economy.
How: This forum will be divided into two segments. The first segment will feature Dr. Walden's forecast for our national, state, and regional economy. The second segment will feature Chamber President and CEO Aaron Nelson's summary of findings from The Chamber's annual local economic conditions survey.
Sponsored by: Chapel Hill Media Group, The Lumina Theater, and Weaver Street Market.
Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro (Leadership) is an extensive program designed to inform, develop, connect, and engage committed and emerging leaders in Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.
Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro (Leadership) is an extensive program designed to inform, develop, connect, and engage committed and emerging leaders in Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.
Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro is an extensive program designed to inform, develop, connect, and engage committed and emerging leaders in Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.
Learn more at www.CarolinaChamber.org/Leadership
Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro (Leadership) is an extensive program designed to inform, develop, connect, and engage committed and emerging leaders in Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.
On Thursday, April 27, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. The Chamber held the Economic Development Forum, the second of four forums in the 2023 Critical Issues Series.
This forum examined economic development throughout Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro and unpack what's underway, why it matters, and what we can expect going forward.
Speakers included Steve Brantley (Orange County Economic Development), Dwight Bassett (Chapel Hill Economic Development), and John Hartman Brown (Carrboro Economic Development.
There were also project updates from Simon George (UNC Health) on main campus and Eastowne, Jeff Kurtz (Ram Realty Group) on the redevelopment of University Place, Sheryl Waddell (UNC Economic Development and Innovation Hubs) on The Junction, and Danny Hume (Trinsic Residential) on Aura Chapel Hill.
About the Critical Issues Series: The 2023 Critical Issues Series (formerly known as the Policy Series) includes quarterly forums that feature influential guest speakers who address timely topics for Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro related to the economy, economic development, public policy, and elections. The series is coordinated by The Chamber's Government Affairs Committee and presented by Chapel Hill Media Group and ServPro of South Durham and Orange Counties with support from the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), which provides free and confidential business counseling. Special thank you to The Lumina Theater for hosting this event and Weaver Street Market for providing delicious coffee.
The purpose of this virtual information session is to provide interested applicants with a convenient and easy way to learn more about Leadership 2023 - an extensive program designed to inform, develop, connect, and engage committed and emerging leaders in Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.
What: The Economic Outlook Forum Featuring Renowned Economist Dr. Michael Walden
When: Thursday, February 23, 2023
Where: The Lumina Theater
Why: The purpose of this forum is for Chamber members and friends to receive timely information on the current performance and future predictions of our national, state, regional, and local economy.
How: This forum will be divided into two segments. The first segment will feature Dr. Walden's forecast for our national, state, and regional economy. The second segment will feature Chamber President and CEO Aaron Nelson's summary of findings from The Chamber's annual local economic conditions survey.
About the Critical Issues Series: The 2023 Critical Issues Series (formerly known as the Policy Series) includes quarterly forums that feature influential guest speakers who address timely topics for Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro related to the economy, economic development, public policy, and elections. The series is coordinated by The Chamber's Government Affairs Committee and presented by Chapel Hill Media Group and ServPro of South Durham and Orange Counties with support from the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), which provides free and confidential business counseling. Special thank you to The Lumina Theater for hosting this event and Weaver Street Market for providing delicious coffee.
What: Summer Careers Academy "Building Our Future" Employer Information Session
When: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 from 12pm-1pm
Why: To inform employers about the opportunity participate in the second-annual Summer Careers Academy "Building Our Future" cohort, which is a Registered Youth Apprenticeship program in the skilled trades that takes place over eight-weeks in the summer (June-August).
Where: Via zoom
Who: All small, mid-size, and large employers from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors with jobs in the skilled trades are encouraged to attend this information session, especially those employers with occupations in the construction trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and HVAC-R repair).
Flow: The input session will feature an opening presentation to explain the program and the employer benefits and responsibilities, and then offer time for discussion and next steps.
https://members.hbadoc.com/events/details/summer-careers-academy-building-our-future-employer-information-session-5655
What: Summer Careers Academy "Building Our Future" Employer Information Session
When: Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Why: To inform employers about the opportunity participate in the second-annual Summer Careers Academy "Building Our Future" cohort, which is a Registered Youth Apprenticeship program in the skilled trades that takes place over eight-weeks in the summer (June-August).
Where: Via zoom
Who: All small, mid-size, and large employers from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors with jobs in the skilled trades are encouraged to attend this information session, especially those employers with occupations in the construction trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and HVAC-R repair).
What: The Legislative Forum
When: Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 8:30am-10:00am
Why: In a quick 90 minutes, participants got timely updates as well as reflections and predictions on federal and state policies and legislative activities that matter to your business and our community.
Who: Invited speakers include elected officials who represent our community with U.S. Congress and the NC General Assembly and leaders who advocate for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro.
About: The 2022 Critical Issues Series is presented by Chapel Hill Media Group, Durham Tech, Glen Lennox, and Servpro of South Durham and Orange Counties with support from the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), which provides free and confidential business counseling.
Contact: For event-related questions, contact McKenzie Steagall at (443) 907-5476 (m). For content-related questions, contact Katie Loovis at (919) 696-0781 (m).
What: Inter-City Visit 2022 (ICV) Delegation Orientation
When: Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 4:00pm-5:30pm
Where: Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (Meeting Room B)
Logistics: This is an in-person event. Free and convenient parking is available in the adjoining lots. Light refreshments will be provided. Attire is business casual.
Why: This 90-minute orientation will give Delegates an overview of the ICV 2022 learning objectives and agenda, and introduce delegates to one another and the technologies that will power our experience (Groupme and GuideBook). It is recommended that every delegate attend.
What: The Economic Development Forum
When: Thursday, September 29, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Why: What does it mean and what does it take to have a thriving community? This forum will look closely at economic development throughout Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro and Orange County, and unpack what's underway, why it matters, and what we can expect going forward.
Panel Presentations
Steve Brantley, Orange County Economic Development
Dwight Bassett, Town of Chapel Hill Economic Development
Matt Gladdek, Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership
Jon Hartman-Brown, Town of Carrboro Economic Development
Shannan Campbell, Town of Hillsborough Economic Development
About the Critical Issues Series: The 2022 Critical Issues Series (formerly known as the Policy Series) includes quarterly forums that feature influential guest speakers who address timely topics for Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro related to the economy, economic development, public policy, and elections. The series is presented by Chapel Hill Media Group, Durham Tech, Glen Lennox, and Servpro of South Durham and Orange Counties with support from the Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC), which provides free and confidential business counseling.
Contact: For questions, contact Katie Loovis, The Chamber's Vice President for External Affairs at (919) 696-0781 (cell) or KLoovis@carolinachamber.org.
This presentation accompanied a zoom discussion about the Inter-City Visit and Leadership Conference happening Monday, October 24, 2022 - Wednesday, October 26, 2022. The delegation of ~75 business, government, nonprofit, education, and faith leaders will head to Asheville, NC with a stop in Winston-Salem. Learn more at www.CarolinaChamber.org/ICV
Presentation for Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro Class of 2022 during Session #9 on Safety, Equity, and Civility at The Siena Hotel in Chapel Hill on Thursday, August, 25, 2022
Presentation to Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro 2022 by Aaron Nelson, President and CEO, The Chamber, on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at The Siena Hotel in Chapel Hill, NC
Presentation for Leadership 2022 by Dispute Settlement Center
Tapping Into AmeriCorps Programming
1. Tapping Into AmeriCorps
Programming
Alicia Hartsfield, AmeriCorps Director
Alicia.hartsfield@nc.gov
Megan G. Smith, Commissioner
October 2012
2.
3. A Brief Timeline of
National Service Support
1933 – 1942 Civilian Conservation Corps
1961 – Peace Corps
1965 – VISTA
1965 – FGP
1971 – RSVP
1974 – SCP
1990 – Serve America (now called Learn and Serve)
1993 – AmeriCorps (VISTA becomes part)
1994 – Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service
2009 – Kennedy Serve America Act passed
4. Who has applied for a service grant?
I have applied for and/or managed a federal grant
I have applied for and/or managed a state grant
I have applied for and/or managed a local(?) grant
I have never applied for a grant
5. Who may apply for a service grant in
the near future?
I am already preparing (or intend to) an application
I do not plan on using this type of funding
I am unsure and still researching opportunities
6. AmeriCorps NCCC
Regional campuses – services are provided in states throughout
service area.
Denver, CO
Sacramento, CA
Perry Point, MD
Vicksburg, MS
Vinton, IA
Objective – strengthen communities and develop leaders
through direct, team-based national and community service.
Eligibility for members
Between18 and 24 years old
10 months of service
Direct service in support of community efforts in home region.
7. AmeriCorps NCCC
Benefits for Members
Monthly living allowance, housing, meals and limited medical
benefits
End of service term $5550 Education Award
Member Application deadlines (typically)
April 1st
July 1st
Eligibility for project sponsors
Local, state or federal agencies; public, private or faith-based
nonprofit organizations
Must submit project application to appropriate campus
8. AmeriCorpsVISTA
Volunteers in Service to America
Where serving – Low wealth communities
Objective
To help move people out of poverty through literacy
education, health assistance, housing programs,
bridging the digital divide, economic development
programming
Restrictions:
Projects must focus on capacity building for project
sustainability after VISTA resources are withdrawn
9. AmeriCorpsVISTA
Volunteers in Service to America
Eligibility for members
Must be at least 18 years old
One year of full-time service
Member effort is focused on capacity building rather
than direct service to agency clients/customers.
Benefits: Modest bi-weekly living allowance; at end of term
of service $5550 Education Award or may opt for $1500
cash payment.
10. AmeriCorpsVISTA
Volunteers in Service to America
Eligibility for sponsors: Local, state or federal agencies;
public, private or faith-based nonprofit organizations.
Must apply to establish a VISTA project and be able to
engage a minimum of three full-time members
(www.americorps.gov).
Cash match is not required. In-kind match will be
negotiated prior to project approval. Sharing a portion of
the cost may increase the availability of VISTA resources
to your agency.
Cost share is strongly encouraged for sponsors who are
approved member positions beyond three years.
11. Example of VISTA Programs
The North Carolina IDA and Asset Building
Collaborative uses an asset building approach to
address poverty at the community level. 12 VISTA
members placed throughout the state focus on: (1)
improving low income citizens' financial and savings
knowledge by recruiting and training volunteers to
provide financial education and serve as wealth
coaches in low-income communities (2) increasing
community engagement by creating a manual for
best practices in community-based asset building
across the state (3) forming regional Asset Building
Coalitions and (4) increasing the capacity of the local
site to deliver services to low income citizens.
13. AmeriCorps
State Formula
Where serving – In communities with established need
Objective
Engage members in providing direct service to address
unmet community needs. CNS priority areas:
Disaster Services, Economic Opportunity
Education, Environment al Stewardship
Healthy Futures, Veterans and Military Families
Restrictions
Members engaged primarily in direct service
14. AmeriCorps
State Formula
Eligibility for Members
≥17 years old (some programs 18yo)
Cleared by criminal history check
Benefits
Modest monthly living allowance
Student loan forbearance
Health insurance
End of term of service $5550 Education Award
Full-time, part-time, less than part-time and EAO positions
One year service term
Visit www.americorps.gov for AmeriCorps programs across
the county.
15. AmeriCorps
State Formula
Eligibility for sponsors: Local, state or federal agencies;
public, private or faith-based nonprofit organizations
Match required: Corporation requires a 24% cash or in-
kind match of the overall program operating costs. State
commissions may add additional match requirements.
After the first three years of funding the match will go up
incrementally, to a maximum of 50% match. (MSY
$13,300).
Fixed rate grants do not require a specific match but do
require that community financial support be a part of the
program’s funding plan. Currently available for fulltime
member programs only. (MSY $13,000).
16. Examples of AmeriCorps Programs
ACCESS Joblink
17 Full-Time and 6 Half-Time members serve at
JobLink Career Centers and assist individuals with
disabilities, at-risk youth, older adults, and former
offenders with reaching their employment goals. Job
search activities include assistance with resume
writing, cover letters, interviewing, transportation &
child care plans, success plans, financial literacy,
computer skills, employment applications, job
retention skills and skill building activities.
17. Examples of AmeriCorps
Programs
Project HEARTis an academic coaching program
that serves low performing students in 8 counties in
Eastern North Carolina. The program housed on the
East Carolina University campus, recruits Half-Time
college students and Education-Award-Only high
school seniors to serve as academic coaches for
more than 2,500 middle, high school, and first-year
college students. Fifty (50) Half-Time and 120
Education-Award-Only members provide tutoring,
homework, and study skills sessions. In addition,
coaches help students with time management,
organization and goal setting. These sessions will
help students succeed academically and graduate
from high school and college.
19. What type of National Service funding are
you most likely to apply for?
NCCC
VISTA
AmeriCorps State Formula
20. Steps in Submitting an Application
1. Determine need through community
participation
2. Develop community collaborations
3. Plan your project
4. Determine agency capacity
5. Identify and verify match dollars
6. Prepare the application
7. Participate in an AmeriCorps T/TA session
21. Determining Community Need
The Corporation for National and Community Service
requires that agencies consult their communities in
determining the need for specific projects.
You must be able to:
Verify the need through documentation.
Explain how the community was involved in determining
the need.
Detail the scope of the need in your community and
insure that this need is not already being met by another
agency.
22. Developing Community Collaborations
Identify other agencies in the community that are
interested in partnering in the identified need
area.
Develop relationships with these agencies in
order to strengthen programming and avoid
duplication of service.
Determine relative strengths and weaknesses of
each partner.
23. Planning Your Project
Utilizing information gained through partnership
development, create a project plan.
Refer to RFP to insure that all program requirements are
covered.
Utilize the expertise of commission staff to assist with
technical questions.
Insure that all partners have committed to the plan, both
programmatically and fiscally.
24. Determining Agency Capacity
Utilize organizational capacity checklist provided by
commission.
Program sponsor must be able to demonstrate experience
in grants management and strong fiscal controls.
Sponsor must dedicate a full time Program Director
Sponsor must dedicate a staff member to AmeriCorps
financial management.
25. Identifying Match Dollars
Determine what each partner will bring to the table in
terms of match. Match may be cash or in-kind.
Verify that match is committed.
Year
1,2,3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10+
Share
24% 26% 30% 34% 38% 42% 46%
50%
26. Preparing the Application
Once the program is fully planned and funding is assured,
prepare the application.
Take care to answer every point raised in the RFP.
Be clear and concise. There is a page limit.
27. Preparing the Application
Attend the mandatory training and technical assistance
session.
Insure that minimum number of members are included.
Currently, the commission is asking that all programs plan
for at least 20 members.
Organizations targeting rural and economically distressed
communities may request 10 members
In the budget section, be sure not to exceed the average
cost per MSY in your request ($13,300 Formula).
28. Training and Technical Assistance Sessions
These sessions are intended for those completing an RFP
in order to address specific questions and details regarding
the application.
Four (4) sessions are typically held each year across the
state.
Seek technical assistance from commission staff where
requested information seems unclear.
Dates will be posted to the website after the new RFP is
posted.
30. Final Points
Organizational capacity and community collaboration are
key.
Utilize the technical expertise of commission staff along
the way.
Developing a strong AmeriCorps application may take a
year or more of planning. Most important is to develop a
program that truly meets the community’s need. Visit the
Commission’s website (www.volunteernc.org) for a list of
programs currently funded by the Commission.
2013-14 AmeriCorps Application and Instructions will be
posted on the Commission’s website soon.
31. For Further Information
CNCS State Office:
919-856-4731
www.nationalservice.gov
NC Commission Office:
800-820-4483
www.volunteernc.org
www.americorps.gov
Editor's Notes
The Corporation funnels more than $20 million in national service initiatives and support into the State of North Carolina each year. State Service Commissions administers these funds and services for the State of North Carolina. While Learn and Serve programming has ended nationally, Learn and Serve programs in NC will function for 2012.
AmeriCorps NCCC members perform team-based service projects in five different areas-- natural and other disasters, infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conservation, energy conservation, and urban and rural development-in communities in all 50 states and U.S. territories.Campuses are assigned randomly.
There are two deadline dates, one for the fall cycle (which typically falls on April 1st) and one for the winter cycle (which typically falls on July 1st). However, members are encouraged to apply early, because selection is continuous and the class may be filled before the application deadline date. Sometimes these deadlines may be extended. Please refer to My AmeriCorps for accurate listings.Sponsoring organizations request the assistance of AmeriCorps NCCC teams by submitting a project application to the regional campus that covers that organization’s state. The campuses provide assistance in completing the application, developing a work plan, and preparing the project sponsor for the arrival of the AmeriCorps NCCC team.
AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. Authorized in 1964 and founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965, VISTA was incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993. VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 45 years.
VISTA members commit to serve full-time for a year at a nonprofit organization or local government agency, working to fight illiteracy, improve health services, create businesses, strengthen community groups, and much more. With passion, commitment, and hard work, you’ll create or expand programs designed to bring individuals and communities out of poverty
Public, private, and faith-based nonprofit organizations—as well as local, state and federal organizations—can benefit greatly from linking up with AmeriCorps VISTA. Applications for members are handled by Corporation State Offices. Project sponsors are not required to provide a financial match but must be able to direct the project, supervise the members, and provide necessary administrative support to complete the goals and objectives of the project.We have shared a document summary with you that outlines the objectives and includes priority areas.
AmeriCorps State works with Governor-appointed State Service Commissions to provide grants to public and nonprofit organizations that sponsor service programs around the country, including hundreds of faith-based and community organizations, higher education institutions, and public agencies. Grants assist these groups in recruiting, training and placing AmeriCorps members to meet critical community needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment.CHC= Sex Offenders’ Check, FBI and Statewide criminal registry check.
Local programs design service activities for a team of members serving full- time part-time, less than part-time or education award only (EAO) for one year or during the summer. Sample activities include tutoring and mentoring youth, assisting crime victims, building homes, and restoring parks.Visit the Commission’s website for a list of NC AmeriCorps programs. Individuals interested in applying must apply to the specific program of interest.
The organizations that receive grants are responsible for recruiting, selecting, and supervising AmeriCorps members to serve in their programs. Organizations seeking AmeriCorps funding to operate a program within only one state. State Service Commissions select which applications to fund or to forward to compete in a national pool.MSY Maximum Cost Per Member (MSY)
Request for Proposal (RFP) is the same thing as the 2012 AmeriCorps Application Instructions.
Organizational Capacity Checklist is provided to all organizations that register for T/TA sessions. We also plan to post the Checklist to our website.