1. Identification as an AmeriCorps Program or Member. The grantee must identify the Program as an AmeriCorps Program and members eligible for a Corporation-approved post-service education award as AmeriCorps members.
2. The AmeriCorps Name and Logo. AmeriCorps is a registered service mark of the Corporation for National and Community Service. The grantee must use the AmeriCorps name and logo on service gear and public materials such as stationery, application forms, recruitment brochures, orientation materials, member curriculum, signs, banners, press releases and publications created by AmeriCorps members in accordance with Corporation requirements. The Corporation provides a camera-ready logo. To establish the relationship between the Program and AmeriCorps, the grantee must use the phrase “The AmeriCorps National Service Network” or “an AmeriCorps Program” and may use the slogan “Getting Things Done”™ on such materials in accordance with Corporation guidelines and requirements. The grantee may not alter the AmeriCorps logo, and must obtain the written permission of the Corporation before:
a. Using the AmeriCorps name or logo on materials that will be sold, or
b. Permitting donors to use the AmeriCorps name or logo in promotional materials.
The grantee may not use or display the AmeriCorps name or logo in connection with any activity prohibited in these grant provisions.
3. AmeriCorps Service Gear. The grantee is encouraged to provide the core AmeriCorps service gear package for each member. The core package includes the standard items made available by the Corporation through the Mississippi Industries for the Blind. The grantee should direct members to wear their service gear at officially designated AmeriCorps events and may allow members to wear their service gear at other times consistent with Corporation guidelines. All member service gear purchased with federal funds is required to include the AmeriCorps logo.
4. Participation in AmeriCorps Events. The grantee agrees, within reasonable limits, to arrange for members to participate in AmeriCorps events and activities sponsored by the Corporation, such as the National Opening Ceremonies, AmeriCorps week, conferences, and national service days.