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How are AmeriCorps programs funded?
Volunteer Florida receives funds from the Corporation for National and Community Service. We award these funds to local nonprofits and governmental organizations through a competitive grant process. Generally, in the fall, Volunteer Florida announces funding availability for AmeriCorps grants. All current Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are posted on the Grants Information page of this Web site.
How much money can I get to operate an AmeriCorps Program?
The funding is based on how many "Member Service Years" (MSYs) you request. This past year, the limit was $12,600 per MSY. Most of the funding will go to support the benefits of AmeriCorps members. For expample, for ten full-time members, you may receive up to $126,000, of which approximately $120,000 will go toward member support and benefits.
How does an AmeriCorps program operate locally?
Once awarded funding, a local organization recruits AmeriCorps members from its local community and trains them to carry out the identified service of the organization. The organization has the autonomy to operate the program according to its mission and goal.
How much does it cost to have an AmeriCorps member?
Volunteer Florida provides up to 85 percent of the costs for AmeriCorps members' living allowances and benefits. The remaining 15 percent is a required cash match. The average full-time AmeriCorps member would cost approximately $2,000 to meet the required match for the member's benefits. Operational expenses may be matched with cash or in-kind donations.
Get Started Now!
Call for a one-to-one chat on how to join, or request a more intensive training on hosting an AmeriCorps program, by contacting Director of National Service Programs Amieko Watson at amieko@volunteerflorida.org. You also may make your request to kelly@volunteerflorida.org.
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