Corporation for National and Community Service

About Us

We are the Corporation for National and Community Service, a federal agency that helps more than 5 million Americans improve the lives of their fellow citizens through service. Working hand in hand with local partners, we tap the ingenuity and can-do spirit of the American people to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our nation.

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Our Programs

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AmeriCorps members all across the country do fantastic work.

AmeriCorps

Senior Corps
Volunteers support various initiatives across the country.

Senior Corps

The Social Innovation Fund (SIF) is a powerful approach.

Schoolkids hold up mock diplomas in a college prep program.

Social Innovation Fund

Volunteer Generation Fund -
Boosting the impact of volunteers in communities.

Volunteer Generation Fund

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Our Focus Areas

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Disaster Services -
Helping people across the nation prepare, respond, and recover.

AmeriCorps member looks upon a dilapidated house.

Disaster Services

Education -
Striving to improve students' academic achievement.

AmeriCorps member posing with a young boy in school.

Education

Veterans -
Engaging the talents of our veterans and military families.

Veteran working on a construction job for AmeriCorps project.

Vets and Military Families

Healthy Futures -
Improving health through assistance, prevention, and intervention.

Healthy Futures

From Our Blog

Apr 5, 2016

Governor Ducey on Mayor & County Recognition Day for...

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Apr 5, 2016

Shining a Light on National Service

Reblog | Bill de Blasio via Huffington Post
Apr 5, 2016

#Mayor4Service All-Star: Byron Brown | Buffalo, New York

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Apr 4, 2016

#Mayor4Service All-Star: Ethan Berkowitz | Anchorage, Alaska

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Thank you for a great week of recognition for @nationalservice! #TGIF #Mayor4Service #County4Service #Tribe4Service #AmeriCorps #SeniorCorps #SIFund

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Governor Ducey on Mayor & County Recognition Day for National Service

Tonight the Arizona Diamondbacks will host 2,000 National Service members & volunteers from AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, AmeriCorps VISTA, Conservation Legacy, Teach For America, and Public Allies for National Service Recognition Night! Prior to the game, attendees will hear a special message from Governor Doug Ducey and Wendy Spencer, CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Mayor Mark Mitchell and Mayor John Giles will also be on hand to recognize the impact of National Service in Arizona. ‪#‎Mayor4Service‬ #County4Service

To learn more visit our website: 1.usa.gov/1Mb57Jc

Apr 5, 2016

Governor Ducey on Mayor & County Recognition Day for...

Governor Ducey on Mayor & County Recognition Day for National Service

Tonight the Arizona Diamondbacks will host 2,000 National Service members & volunteers from AmeriCorps, Senior Corps...

Reblog | Bill de Blasio via Huffington Post

We are excited to share this blogpost from New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, one of more than 3,500 elected officials participating in today’s Mayor, County, and Tribal Recognition Day for National Service. New York City will mark the day with a service project and rally on City Hall steps with Mayor de Blasio, city leaders, and more than 200 national service members from 20 organizations.

Whether it’s mentoring young students to keep them on a path to success, helping families find permanent housing, or protecting our environment for future generations, our service-year members in New York City play a critical role in helping to address some of our city’s greatest challenges.

Today being the Mayor and County Recognition Day for National Service, I want to take a moment to thank the more than 9,000 AmeriCorps and Senior Corps members who have served across the five boroughs over the last 12 months to build stronger, more inclusive communities. Furthermore, since 1994, more than 42,000 New Yorkers have served more than 66 million hours of service, and we also recognize them today for helping mold our city into a safer, cleaner, equitable and more inclusive place.

That being said, service-year programs are critical to our City for more than one reason. They help address our city’s critical needs, but they also develop our city’s workforce and build civic leaders.

Apr 5, 2016

Shining a Light on National Service

What has national service done for your city?

National Service is a strong resource for Buffalo, AmeriCorps members and Senior Corps participants have a positive and lasting impact, improving the quality of life for many of our residents throughout Buffalo. As Mayor, I am grateful for the dedication of these citizens and honored to recognize those who help make our great city stronger and healthier. Each year more than 380 individuals commit to AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA service in Buffalo. Many of these individuals relocate to Buffalo to serve. Because of the large presence of Senior Corps programming in Buffalo, over 1,000 individuals 55 years and older are out in our community affecting change in Buffalo. Hundreds of thousands of service hours are completed by these individuals annually, contributing to rebirth of Buffalo!

Why are you participating in Mayor and County Day?

To help highlight the everyday selfless acts of service of our own corps members and agencies in various streams of service occurring in Buffalo New York also known as the” City of Good Neighbors” and hoping by spotlighting the tremendous work of these individuals it will encourage everyday acts of service to become contagious in our great city and across our nation. Service is an extremely important part of any community, and it is the essence to the health and growth of ours. As Buffalo moves forward, it is important to realize that the progress of this great city is not only measured by prolific milestones, but that progress is also measured by everyday people who seek change.

What is your hope for the future of national service?

Apr 5, 2016

#Mayor4Service All-Star: Byron Brown | Buffalo, New York

What will you be doing on Mayor and County Day?

National service allows Anchorage to increase our resiliency. The work being done by volunteers impacts our economy, local policies, educational programs and future of the Municipality. Volunteerism makes Anchorage a great place to live, work and play!

Why are you participating in Mayor and County Day?

The Municipality of Anchorage is participating in Mayor and County Day to recognize how a culture of service creates a safe, secure, and strong Anchorage. Community service is an essential part of our city.

What is your hope for the future of national service?

We hope to build a ‘culture of service’ citywide. The Municipality of Anchorage is one of the most diverse cities in the United States with the top three most diverse zip codes, and over 100 languages spoken in the Anchorage School District. Our diversity makes us stronger. Events such as Mayor’s Day of Service allow us to reach out to all those communities. Instilling a culture of service today, ensures that future generations will continue to give back to their community.

What will you be doing on Mayor and County Day?

A: On Mayor and County Day I will be hosting a clean-up at Anchorage’s popular Chester Creek trail. A proclamation will be signed to thank National Service members currently and previously active in Anchorage.