Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants
ID: 355964Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

AmeriCorps (AC)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355964

Additional Information

https://americorps.gov/funding-opportunity/fy-2025-americorps-state-national-grants
Timeline
    Description

    AmeriCorps is offering the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 State and National Competitive Grants to support organizations in enhancing community service initiatives through the engagement of AmeriCorps members. This funding opportunity aims to address pressing social issues, with a focus on promoting youth mental health services, supporting veterans, and fostering environmental stewardship, while prioritizing programs that serve marginalized communities. Eligible applicants, including educational institutions, local governments, and nonprofits, must demonstrate evidence-based interventions and comply with AmeriCorps regulations, with applications due by January 23, 2025. For further details, interested parties can contact the AmeriCorps grants team at americorpsgrants@americorps.gov or visit the official website for additional resources.

    Files
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    2025_ASNCompetitveNOFO_August19.508.pdf
    The Fiscal Year 2025 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity invites a variety of organizations, including educational institutions, local governments, and nonprofits, to apply for AmeriCorps members to enhance community service initiatives. The announcement emphasizes that the number of grants and funding amounts depend on annual appropriations. Applications are due by January 23, 2025, with notifications of awards expected by mid-April. Priority will be given to programs serving marginalized communities and offering enhanced benefits for AmeriCorps members. Key funding objectives include promoting youth mental health services, supporting veterans, and environmental stewardship. Eligible organizations must demonstrate evidence-based interventions and meet specific eligibility criteria. Applications undergo thorough review based on criteria such as program design, organizational capability, and cost-effectiveness. Successful applicants must comply with AmeriCorps regulations and commitments to diversity and inclusion. This funding opportunity reflects the U.S. government's investment in community service and aims to empower organizations in addressing pressing social issues through national service programs.
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