AmeriCorps programs provide opportunities for Americans to make an intensive commitment to service. The AmeriCorps network of local, state, and national service programs engages more than 80,000 Americans in projects around the nation each year. As an AmeriCorps member, you can help make the world a better place: help children learn, protect the environment, or bring needed services to a low-income community. Members gain valuable professional, educational, and life benefits, and the experience has a lasting impact on the members and the communities they serve.
Most AmeriCorps members receive student loan deferment and training, and some may receive a living allowance and health insurance. After you complete your term of service, you will also receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award to help pay for college, graduate school, or vocational training or to repay student loans.
AmeriCorps consists of three main programs:
AmeriCorps State and National
Members serve with national and local nonprofit and community groups. For more information and current opportunities, visit https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/publicRequestSearch.do (My AmeriCorps).
AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA)
Members serve full time with agencies and organizations to create and expand programs that bring low income individuals and communities out of poverty. For more information, visit the AmeriCorps website at www.americorps.gov or call 1-800-833-3722.
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC)
Members carry out projects in public safety, the environment, youth development, and disaster relief and preparedness in a team-based environment. For more information visit, the NCCC website at http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/americorps-nccc.
For more information on AmeriCorps and eligibility requirements, visit the New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism site at http://www.dws.state.nm.us/nmccv/.
