The Recovery Act invested millions in new projects that are improving our infrastructue, repairing homes, and much more. But it also provided millions in direct benefits for families, students, businesses, investors, and more including more than $288 million in various forms of tax relief. Guidance on how to access each of those benefits is below.
AmeriCorps Recovery Act Provisions:
- Funding for more than 13,000 new positions nationwide
- $201 million for the AmeriCorps State, National, and VISTA programs
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AmeriCorps puts people to work doing community service through a number of different programs, including the full-time VISTA program that places members in capacity building positions with nonprofit organizations. Other programs provide youth with hands-on work and learning experiences, while paying them a salary and providing a voucher to continue their studies after their service. Recovery Act grants will be awarded to eligible organizations to recruit, train, and manage AmeriCorps members who address community needs.
To learn more and apply for a position with AmeriCorps, VISTA, Senior Corps, NCCC, or Learn and Serve America:
1) Decide which program is right for you
To do this, first check your eligibility for the separate AmeriCorps programs. You can also use the “individual program selector†to help you decide. Some AmeriCorps positions are full-time, professional placements, while others are part time.
2) Search for opportunities
Visit the “I’m Ready To Serve†page at AmeriCorps.gov to search for job openings in the field and state of your choice. Positions are available in a number of community service fields, including community development and public safety.
3) Register on AmeriCorps.gov and apply for a position
Once you have found some potential jobs, create an account and begin filling out the application. The standard application can be filled out once and submitted to multiple openings. It requires that you provide information about your education, work experience, volunteer history, references, and criminal record.
4) If selected for a position, attend an AmeriCorps orientation
AmeriCorps participants attend a training and orientation event with other AmeriCorps members before beginning their service.
