Several organizations with locations in Virginia have announced today that they have received Public Health AmeriCorps grants from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. More than $4 million in grant funding will help to expand several organizations’ presence in the regions where they have been providing services. Public Health AmeriCorps, a partnership … Read more
The Virginia Service Commission, in partnership with the Virginia Service Foundation, honored national service members and volunteers at the Virginia National Service Awards on March 8, 2022. Four members and volunteers serving with AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs in Virginia were individually recognized for their contributions to their communities honoring the passion they have for … Read more
Many nonprofits and agencies across Virginia are fortunate enough to have AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors members/volunteers serving at their organization. AmeriCorps Week, March 13-19, is a time to salute these individuals for their service, thank community partners, and communicate the impact of AmeriCorps on your community! Ways you can participate: Post stories about AmeriCorps and … Read more
The Virginia Service Commission (VSC) is pleased to announce the availability of grant funding under the 2022-23 AmeriCorps formula funding cycle. AmeriCorps members tackle pressing problems and mobilize volunteers for the organizations they serve. Applications are due in eGrants and any applicable attachments to be sent to americorpsinfo@dss.virginia.gov by 11:59 PM, February 22, 2022. View the FY … Read more
AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors members serving in Virginia who have performed outstanding service to their communities are honored annually through this recognition program. Honorees this year will be celebrated during AmeriCorps Week 2022. The nomination period is now open! The deadline for nominations is January 4, 2021. 2022 Virginia National Service Awards Nomination Form The … Read more
AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers created and delivered 70 flower arrangements to veterans residing in Montgomery County and Radford in honor of Veterans Day. RSVP volunteers Beverly Bridges, Rosemary Jones, Sarah Carter, and Annette Calhoun received a flower arrangement demonstration from Erlene Barber of Gates Florist prior to creating the arrangements for the project. After that, Rosemary, … Read more
The Virginia Capacity Building Project is an AmeriCorps VISTA program dedicated to improving the social services landscape across the Commonwealth, with the ultimate goal of combatting poverty and ensuring healthy futures for those we serve. Based out of the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS), we are placing fifteen (15) full-time national service members with … Read more
On September 11, our country marks the 20th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks that rocked our country. As we reflect on that moment in our history, we will honor the victims, first responders, and citizens who stood up to serve our nation through military service with tributes, memorial services, and volunteer service. Since 2001, … Read more
The Conservation Legacy AmeriCorps program is seeking diverse candidates who are passionate about the environment and conservation to apply for 30 AmeriCorps positions across 18 national park sites. This opportunity, in partnership with the National Park Service program Community Volunteer Ambassadors includes two positions at Rock Creek Park, two positions at the National Mall & … Read more
The winners of the 2021 Virginia National Service Awards were announced on Thursday, May 13th, at the Virginia Volunteerism and Service Conference! The winners of this year’s awards were recognized by Kathy Spangler, Director of the Virginia Office on Volunteerism and Community Services, Julie Strandlie, Chair of the Virginia Governor’s Advisory Board on Service and … Read more