http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter.asp Welcome to the AmeriCorps Communication Center. Here you will find policy updates and other messages that AmeriCorps staff typically send to grantees via e-mail, for easy access and continued reference. en-us Mon, 6 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST 0 http://www.americorps.gov/images/logos/ac_logo.gif http://www.americorps.gov 120 120 http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1863AmeriCorps State and National 2011 Notices and Application Instructions Now AvailableAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalTue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1861This is a friendly reminder to those of you who haven't yet responded. We still have spaces available for the calls on Friday, Thursday and a few spots left for Wednesday. Monday is nearly full.All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateThu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1857Daniel and Heather have established the times and dates and call information for our 4 upcoming calls involving you and John Gomperts. Please let Heather McDonald know which call you would like to be on. We are limiting each call to no more than 15 people in order to promote more participation for all involved. We therefore ask that you participate in just one call. Should you not be available, please let us know which commission staff person will be taking your place. All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateTue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1853I'm very pleased to bring you good news about a major step we are taking to implement the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act. Today the Corporation for National and Community Service issued a final rule implementing changes in the National Service Trust as directed by the Serve America Act. All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalFri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1852On behalf of the Corporation for National & Community Service (CNCS), we would like to invite you to participate in a dialogue for Commissioners and Commission staff on Monday, August 30th, 2010 from 2 to 3pm EDT. You can participate in this call by dialing 888-972-6407, and using pass code 28132. All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateThu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1851We notified you in June of an impending change in the administrator of the benefits for child care. Proposals were evaluated through the standard government procurement process and a contract was awarded to First Financial Associates. This contract replaces the NACCRRA contract for VISTA that expired on June 30 and the NACCRRA cooperative agreement for those State & National members sponsored by regular grants (non-Recovery) that expires at the end of September. All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalWed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1850We would like to provide you with the following updates to assist your organization in planning for the 2010 AmeriCorps Grantee meeting. All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalMon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1848The 2010 AmeriCorps Grantee Gathering is fast approaching. As you know, attendance is expected of all AmeriCorps grantees. All AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalThu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1846We are looking forward to seeing many of you at the grantee meeting in a just a few weeks. We're sending along the current draft of the agenda to give you a flavor of our time together. To be sure there will be changes between now and September, but we wanted to give you a sense of the meeting. AmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalTue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1834AmeriCorps State & National - Criminal History Check FAQs Have Been UpdatedAll AmeriCorpsAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalMon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1831On behalf of the Corporation for National & Community Service (CNCS), we would like to invite you to participate in a webinar for Commissioners and their staff on Thursday, August 5th, 2010 from 2 to 3:30pm EDT.AmeriCorps StateThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=18302010 AmeriCorps Grantee Meetings - Registration Open AmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1832The registration for the 2010 AmeriCorps Grantee Meetings taking place on September 13-16, 2010, in Bethesda, MD is open.AmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalThu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1817Service Location Procedure FAQsAmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalMon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1812As of the first of July we are implementing a new procedure designed to ensure that we all know where AmeriCorps State and National members are serving. As you know, creating accurate operating sites and service locations is already an option in the My AmeriCorps portal. The new requirement makes entering all operating sites and a service location for all members enrolled on or after July 1, 2010, mandatory. We are making this change in order to better track resources, increase transparency, align with federal-wide open government initiatives, enhance communication among national and state stakeholders, and to build our capacity to accurately tell the story of national service. This new requirement went into effect July 1, 2010. It applies to all members enrolled on or after that date. AmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalFri, 9 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1809The filing of your 1512 data in FederalReporting.gov must be submitted no later than July 14, 2010. All AmeriCorpsThu, 8 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1806The purpose of this memo is to convey information on a few important topics: the 2011 application process, Serve America Act Rulemaking, and the member survey. AmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalWed, 7 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1805I wanted to remind you of the impending due date for formula and to alert you to several points and some actions you may be required to take to ensure your formula applications are awarded promptly. Formula applications and any requests for supplemental funding must be received by Tuesday, July 6, 2010.AmeriCorps StateWed, 7 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1808We are excited to announce the upcoming 2010 AmeriCorps State and National Financial and Grants Management Institute to be held on Monday, November 15th - Wednesday, November 17th 2010 in Dearborn, Michigan. AmeriCorps StateAmeriCorps NationalWed, 7 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.americorps.gov/for_organizations/manage/commcenter_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1779The Corporation has a number of exciting activities taking place this summer, and as a key partner in service, we want you to be aware of what's happening. This document is meant to provide you with a brief overview of two primary activities - United We Serve: Let's Read. Let's Move. and Strategic Planning: Community Dialogues. We will provide detailed written information soon and conduct a webinar next week. AmeriCorps StateFri, 18 Jun 2010 00:00:00 EST