Volunteer WV
Volunteer WV

2020-21 AmeriCorps Funding Opportunity

10/7/2019

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Is your organization interested in starting AmeriCorps program? - Here is your chance! 

Volunteer West Virginia announces a funding opportunity via AmeriCorps State Competitive grants. Potential applicants will apply via a competition process for funding to operate a West Virginia AmeriCorps program utilizing a team of AmeriCorps members beginning in the Fall 2020.

Who We Are Looking For
  • Are you a community nonprofit, state or local government agency or service provider? 
  • Do you have a vision for service as a solution to a compelling community need in WV? 
  • Does your organization or a partner organization have the capacity to administer a federal grant and properly manage at least 10 AmeriCorps members?
  • Do you want a team of folks to expand your mission capacity in arts, drama or music education? What about literacy work, foster care, or disaster response? This might be the opportunity for you! 
  • Does your organization have enough cash on hand to operate a program for two months before your first reimbursement arrives? 
  • If so, keep reading! 

How To Apply 
  • Click here to learn more. 
  • An intent to apply is due on October 16th, 2019. 

Questions?

Contact Information

Hannah Stone, Hannah.D.Stone@wv.gov