We focus on these key areas to make an impact
Education
Our members and volunteers support students in nearly 12,000 public, private, and charter schools across the country. Through our work we improve attendance and engagement, increase high-school graduation rates and expand college enrollment.
Economic opportunity
Our programs serve as a pathway to employment opportunities and help develop vital work skills. We build and rehabilitate affordable housing, provide financial literacy training, and connect people to jobs.
Disaster response
When disaster strikes, we repair homes, assist survivors, and help restore communities when it matters most. We have deployed thousands of members and volunteers to areas affected by hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and tornadoes.
Environmental stewardship
We serve on projects that cover thousands of acres of public lands across America – including many with the National Park Service. We help conserve natural habitats, protect clean air and water, and reduce utility bills by improving home energy efficiency.
Healthy futures
We provide independent living services to 365,000 elderly Americans. We also build the capacity of food banks, combat the opioid crisis, tackle homelessness, and address food insecurity.
Veterans & military families
We provide assistance to nearly 500,000 veterans and military families by connecting them to education opportunities, jobs, and the beneÿts they have earned. Many veterans also volunteer with us so they can continue to serve their country.
Connecting individuals and organizations to help communities tackle their toughest challenges
People power
Every year, we place more than 270,000 AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers with organizations across the country.
Funding
AmeriCorps is a federal agency that funds organizations to make positive impact in communities. To support the placement of AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in communities, we provide more than $800 million in grants every year.
AmeriCorps Disaster Services Unit
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Our purpose is to bring out the best of America. We do this by bringing Americans together to serve communities.
Our impact
The lasting impact of national service speaks to the strength of our programs and the dedication of our members and volunteers who serve.