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
Organizations all over Virginia celebrated AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors members and volunteers March 13-19, for AmeriCorps Week. Each year, AmeriCorps Week is a chance to thank members and volunteers for their service and share stories from their service experiences. Governor Youngkin designated the week as the AmeriCorps Week in Virginia by issuing a special proclamation. … 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
Volunteers throughout the state honored the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday by serving in their communities both in-person and virtually. While many organizations hosted events organizing donations and beautifying spaces, others held virtual educational events or had volunteers make/collect items from home. Even a fierce snowstorm didn’t deter organizations from serving with many projects simply … 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
Could AmeriCorps be the solution your organization is looking for to make greater impact in your community? The Virginia Service Commission has announced its RFA for 2022-23 AmeriCorps State Competitive Grants. The RFA is available at https://bit.ly/3nt4akK, A Mandatory Pre-Application Conference Call will be held on November 8, 10:30am-12:30pm for organizations interested in applying. The … Read more
The past few months have had a devastating impact in so many ways. From the global pandemic to economic challenges, our communities are hurting. Now more than ever, we need organizations like yours — committed to making your community a better place to live and work. The Virginia Service Commission invites you to join us … 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
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