http://www.americorps.gov AmeriCorps members serve full or part time with hundreds of national and local organizations. Full-time members who complete their service earn an education award of $4,725 to pay for college, graduate school, or to pay back student loans. Members who serve part time receive a partial education award. In addition to the AmeriCorps*State and National grant programs, of which the Professional Corps competition is a part, AmeriCorps also includes AmeriCorps*National Civilian Community Corps, a 10-month, full-time residential program for men and women between the ages of 18 and 24 who carry out projects in public safety, public health, and disaster relief, and AmeriCorps*VISTA, whose members help bring individuals and communities out of poverty by serving full-time to fight illiteracy, improve health services, create businesses, increase housing opportunities, or bridge the digital divide. en-us Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST 0 http://www.americorps.gov/images/logos/ac_logo.gif http://www.americorps.gov 120 120 http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1398On June 25th, 2009, President Obama and Mrs. Obama joined hundreds of Congressional family members and five national nonprofit organizations in a United We Serve event sponsored by the Corporation for National and Community Service. The project benefited the children of military families. Press Releases and AnnouncementsThu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1384The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced a collaborative initiative with Microsoft Corp.'s U.S. Partners in Learning to design and establish a new national, student-driven virtual helpdesk for K-12 teachers and non-profits. Over the next three years, Microsoft and CNCS will create a program which aligns a student service opportunity with President Obama's United We Serve initiative. It will focus on giving students real-world learning experiences as they support non-profits and teachers who are using technology in the classroom. Press Releases and AnnouncementsTue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1385The Corporation for National and Community Service today honored outstanding three Senior Corps volunteers and four AmeriCorps members with Spirit of Service Awards at the National Conference and Volunteering and Service. The awards are given annually to volunteers and members who have performed exemplary service in their communities.Press Releases and AnnouncementsTue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1383Speaking to a record-breaking 5,000 attendees, First Lady Michelle Obama called on all Americans to participate in our nation's renewal and recovery in a keynote address at the opening session of the National Conference on Volunteering and Service at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA.Press Releases and AnnouncementsTue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1382First Lady Michelle Obama and Cabinet secretaries are fanning out across the country today to participate in community service projects as part of the launch of United We Serve, a national call to service by President Obama.Press Releases and AnnouncementsMon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/statements_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1400In a video message released on June 22nd, 2009, First Lady Michelle Obama announced the launch of United We Serve, a sustained effort to expand the size and impact of volunteer efforts in America.Speeches and Official StatementsMon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1381Next Monday, the 2009 National Conference will kick off at a time of unprecedented momentum for service and volunteering. To help more of you experience the excitement of the Conference, we are - for the first time ever - offering a live webcast of some of the proceedings. Press Releases and AnnouncementsSun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1380Highlighting her commitment to community service, First Lady Michelle Obama will give the keynote address at the 2009 National Conference on Volunteering and Service in San Francisco next Monday, June 22. Press Releases and AnnouncementsFri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1376On July 17. 2009, in a video message, President Obama unveiled United We Serve, an extended call to service challenging all Americans to help lay a new foundation for growth in this country by engaging in sustained, meaningful community service. The initiative will be led by the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency dedicated to fostering service in communities across the country. Since his Inauguration, the President has called on all Americans to serve their communities and be a part of building a better future for our country. Press Releases and AnnouncementsWed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1377President Obama called on all Americans to help in our nation's recovery by volunteering in their communities this summer in a video message released on June 17, 2009 by the White House and the Corporation for National and Community Service.Press Releases and AnnouncementsWed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1378As the economic downturn drives up social needs and spurs an outpouring of volunteering, organizers of the 2009 National Conference on Volunteering and Service say this year's gathering will be a watershed event in the growing movement to use service as a solution to national challenges. Press Releases and AnnouncementsTue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/statements_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1399President Obama called on all Americans to help in our nation's recovery by volunteering in their communities this summer in a video message released on June 16, 2009 by the White House and the Corporation for National and Community Service.Speeches and Official StatementsTue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/statements_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1379I am writing to give you an update on the status of the next generation of My AmeriCorps. We have been working diligently over the last several months to put the necessary technical, program support, and training in place for a successful launch. Currently we are planning to launch this summer. We know that the earlier upgrades have presented some challenges, so we are hoping to smooth this transition with earlier advance notice, additional training, and by soliciting your feedback from the beginning.Speeches and Official StatementsFri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1368The Corporation for National and Community Service announced the results of its 2009 funding competition today, selecting 259 national and local nonprofits that will engage 23,000 new AmeriCorps members in improving lives and strengthening communities from coast to coast.Press Releases and AnnouncementsWed, 3 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1364The Corporation for National and Community Service today announced the availability of approximately $8 million in funds to support national providers of training and technical assistance for community service programs that use service and volunteering to meet community needs. Press Releases and AnnouncementsFri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/statements_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1363I am writing to let you know that we have been notified by the White House that due to a previously unknown health condition, Maria Eitel has withdrawn her name from consideration as the CEO of the Corporation.Speeches and Official StatementsFri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1362To help implement landmark national service legislation, the Board of Directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service turned the microphone over to nearly 50 speakers who shared their thoughts on the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act at a public listening session earlier today.Press Releases and AnnouncementsWed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/statements_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1360Earlier this week we kicked off our series of listening sessions on the implementation of the Serve America Act and our next five-year strategic plan. We have already received many helpful ideas and look forward to hearing more.Speeches and Official StatementsMon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1361AmeriCorps members, alums, and friends will be on hand to cheer the Washington Nationals baseball team on May 16 when the Nats face the Philadelphia Phillies. The evening marks the close of AmeriCorps Week, an annual event honoring the contributions that AmeriCorps members make to our country. As many as 600 AmeriCorps supporters are expected to attend the game. Press Releases and AnnouncementsFri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/about/newsroom/states_news_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1352Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that North Carolina AmeriCorps members will participate in a variety of service projects and activities to celebrate National AmeriCorps Week, May 9-16. The governor also signed an AmeriCorps Week proclamation to thank program members and dedicate this week in their honor. News From the FieldThu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 EST