Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

AmeriCorps is seeking applications for the Fiscal Year 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition to engage older adults in national service and volunteerism. Grant recipients will recruit and mobilize adults aged 55 and older to address critical community needs, with a primary focus on areas such as transportation, economic opportunity, and support for veterans and military families. Eligible applicants include State Service Commissions, states, U.S. territories, and non-profit private institutions of higher education. This open competition across all states and territories requires cost-sharing or matching funds from the selected recipients. Applications must be submitted by the closing date of October 20, 2026, and inquiries can be directed to RSVPCompetition@americorps.gov.