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AmeriCorps

                                                                                           

AmeriCorps Engage Arkansas

 

 

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What is AmeriCorps?

AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all ages and backgrounds to serve their communities and country through these programs:  AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA, National Civilian Community Corps, FEMA Corps and Senior Corps.  Members and volunteers serve with national and community non-profit organizations, faith -based groups, schools, and local agencies to help meet community needs.

 

Why Serve with AmeriCorps?

  • Help students improve academically in areas of literacy and mathematics through tutoring and mentoring 
  • Members are instrumental in addressing community needs by implementing various service projects  
  • Earn a monthly living allowance and an education award to use towards college expenses
  • Professional development- Gain essential skills that all employers value
  • Alumni Networking- Make connections with people who share your passion

 

Who Can Serve ?    ​

  • Must be 18 years of age of older
  • Has or is working toward earning a high school diploma or GED
  • Is a US Citizen, US National or legal permanent resident alien of the US
  • A cleared National Service Criminal History Check
  • Required Documents:  Driver’s License or State ID, Birth Certificate, Social Security Card and completed Official Application

                                                                                                

                                                                                

                                                                     
                                                                      WHY I SERVE…

 

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PROGRAMS

FUTURE TEACHER INITIATIVE PROGRAM

Future Teacher Initiative members tutor and mentor at-risk preschool students in Arkansas to ensure the students are socially, emotionally and academically prepared for kindergarten.

 

SMART START PROGRAM

Smart Start members provide intense one-on-one and small group tutorial reading and math assistance to students in grades kindergarten through fifth.  

 

 

 

“The mission of AmeriCorps is to improve lives, strengthen communities,

and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering.”

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