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2026 AmeriCorps State and National Grant Competition is sponsored by Volunteer Louisiana. Funds nonprofits to develop or expand AmeriCorps programs addressing community needs like tutoring, mentoring, food insecurity, housing, veterans support, and disasters statewide.
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
Grant Funding | Volunteer Louisiana Now Available: Volunteer Louisiana FY26 Request for Proposals (RFPs) for AmeriCorps Louisiana Grants Volunteer Louisiana has published its FY26 Requests For Proposals (RFPs) to support AmeriCorps Louisiana program activities from August 2026 to July 2027. Volunteer Louisiana welcomes applications from governmental agencies, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations interested in recompeting for, continuing, or establishing an AmeriCorps program within their respective entities. Administered by Volunteer Louisiana, these grants are made available through the federal agency, AmeriCorps. National Competitive RFP process: This RFP process is open for current AmeriCorps Louisiana programs in year 2 or 3 of a 3-year National Competitive grant cycle and all AmeriCorps Louisiana programs that will complete any 3-year grant cycle in 2026. Volunteer Louisiana shared National Competitive RFP information directly with the Authorized Representatives of qualified programs. This process has an application deadline of Mon., Feb. 23 by 11:59 p.m. State Formula RFP process: This RFP process is open for current AmeriCorps Louisiana programs in year 2 or 3 of a 3-year State Formula grant cycle (known and State Formula Continuation applicant) and any New organizations applying for a 3-year grant cycle that will begin in August 2026. Interested organizations should carefully review the guidance and timeline in the FY26 State Formula RFP file below. This process has an application deadline of Tues., March 8 by 11:59 p.m. Please e-mail Jacob Brumfield , Director of National Service, with any questions about these two RFP opportunities. State Formula RFP Application Files Grant Application Timeline (Simplified) State Formula RFP Files. Applications due by 11:59 p.m. on Tues., March 8 (click to view or download) Volunteer Louisiana FY26 State Formula RFP - Final rev 11 Feb 2026.pdf This PDF file is For both NEW Applicants and State Formula Continuation applicants to Review RFP opportunities, requirements, timeline, process, and schedule of technical assistance sessions. This Version was added on Feb. 11 and include a Clarification on page iii and corrections on page iv. VOL LA FY26 Face Sheet and Narrative.docx This file is for New ApplicantS Only. submit Organization Information, Program Design, Logic Model, and SAMPLE MEMber Position Description. STate Formula Continuation applicants Will Submit this info via their eGrants account instead. VOL LA FY26 State Formula Budget Revised 12 Feb 2026.xlsx This file is for NEW ApplicantS ONLY to submit THEIR Initial Budget worksheet . State Formula Continuation applicants Will Submit this info via their eGrants account instead. This file was updated on Feb. 12. MSY and Cost per MSY Calculator - FY26 Version.xlsx This
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Grant Funding | Volunteer Louisiana Now Available: Volunteer Louisiana FY26 Request for Proposals (RFPs) for AmeriCorps Louisiana Grants Volunteer Louisiana has published its FY26 Requests For Proposals (RFPs) to support AmeriCorps Louisiana program activities from August 2026 to July 2027.
Volunteer Louisiana welcomes applications from governmental agencies, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations interested in recompeting for, continuing, or establishing an AmeriCorps program within their respective entities. Administered by Volunteer Louisiana, these grants are made available through the federal agency, AmeriCorps.
National Competitive RFP process: This RFP process is open for current AmeriCorps Louisiana programs in year 2 or 3 of a 3-year National Competitive grant cycle and all AmeriCorps Louisiana programs that will complete any 3-year grant cycle in 2026. Volunteer Louisiana shared National Competitive RFP information directly with the Authorized Representatives of qualified programs. This process has an application deadline of Mon.
, Feb. 23 by 11:59 p. m.
State Formula RFP process: This RFP process is open for current AmeriCorps Louisiana programs in year 2 or 3 of a 3-year State Formula grant cycle (known and State Formula Continuation applicant) and any New organizations applying for a 3-year grant cycle that will begin in August 2026. Interested organizations should carefully review the guidance and timeline in the FY26 State Formula RFP file below.
This process has an application deadline of Tues. , March 8 by 11:59 p. m.
Please e-mail Jacob Brumfield , Director of National Service, with any questions about these two RFP opportunities. State Formula RFP Application Files Grant Application Timeline (Simplified) State Formula RFP Files. Applications due by 11:59 p.
m. on Tues. , March 8 (click to view or download) Volunteer Louisiana FY26 State Formula RFP - Final rev 11 Feb 2026.
pdf This PDF file is For both NEW Applicants and State Formula Continuation applicants to Review RFP opportunities, requirements, timeline, process, and schedule of technical assistance sessions. This Version was added on Feb. 11 and include a Clarification on page iii and corrections on page iv.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, governmental agencies, educational institutions in Louisiana Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates See official notice Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 8, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serve with organizations dedicated to the improvement of communities and those serving. AmeriCorps helps make service a cornerstone of our national culture. This funding announcement is an opportunity for communities to apply for funding to engage adults ages 55 and older in tackling the community’s most pressing needs through the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program. This is an open competition across all states and territories. Funding Opportunity Number: AC-01-30-26. Assistance Listing: 94.002. Funding Instrument: G. Category: CD,CP,DPR,ED,ELT,ENV,FN,HL,HO,ISS,O.
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants is sponsored by AmeriCorps (Corporation for National and Community Service). AmeriCorps grants support organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions to strengthen communities. Members serve with organizations improving communities while receiving living allowances and post-service education awards. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Opportunity Listing - Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants An official website of the United States government Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. You've been logged out. Please sign in again. Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants: AC-01-31-26 Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants Assistance Listings: 94.006 -- AmeriCorps State and National 94.006 Last Updated: January 30, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps members serve with organizations dedicated to the improvement of communities and those serving. AmeriCorps grants are awarded to eligible organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions to strengthen communities. An AmeriCorps member is a person who does community service through AmeriCorps. Members may receive a living allowance and other benefits. After successful completion of their service, members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award they can use to pay for higher education expenses or apply to qualified student loans. Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3) Other Native American tribal organizations Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3) Private institutions of higher education Special district governments City or township governments Federally recognized Native American tribal governments State Service Commission and/or States and US Territories Grantor contact information americorpsgrants@americorps.gov americorpsgrants@americorps.gov File name Description Last updated 2026-AmeriCorps-State-and-National-Notice-of-Funding-Opportunity.pdf FY2026 AmeriCorps State and National Notice of Funding Opportunity Jan 30, 2026 10:33 PM UTC Link to additional information Full competition information and resources Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Disaster prevention and relief Employment labor and training Economic Opportunity; Veterans and Military Families To give feedback, contact: simpler@grants.gov Grants.gov Support Center For technical support, contact: support@grants.gov Grants.gov Program Management Office Grantors, contact the PMO through your Agency Point of Contact . An official website of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General Looking for U.S. government information and services? Visit USA.gov Application snapshot: target deadline March 31, 2026; published funding information $50,000–$750,000+ (varies by program); eligibility guidance Nonprofits (with and without 501(c)(3) status), private and public higher education institutions, Native American tribal governments and organizations, county, state, city, and township governments, and special district… Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Application snapshot: target deadline March 8, 2026; published funding information See official notice; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, governmental agencies, educational institutions in Louisiana
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
VOL LA FY26 Face Sheet and Narrative. docx This file is for New ApplicantS Only. submit Organization Information, Program Design, Logic Model, and SAMPLE MEMber Position Description.
STate Formula Continuation applicants Will Submit this info via their eGrants account instead. VOL LA FY26 State Formula Budget Revised 12 Feb 2026. xlsx This file is for NEW ApplicantS ONLY to submit THEIR Initial Budget worksheet .
State Formula Continuation applicants Will Submit this info via their eGrants account instead. This file was updated on Feb. 12.
MSY and Cost per MSY Calculator - FY26 Version. xlsx This file is for ANy FY26 NATIONAL COMPETITIVE OR FY26 STATE FORMULA Applicant to use. Applicants can estimate their MSY amounts and Cost-Per-MSY and compare with AmeriCorps and Volunteer Louisiana minimum requirements.
applicants do not need to Submit this Planning document. Grant Application Timeline (Simplified) The full timeline is available in the Volunteer Louisiana FY26 State Formula RFP - Final. pdf (p.
3) Tues. , Feb. 10 to Fri.
, Feb. 13: Volunteer Louisiana hosts RFP Reviews for State Formula applicants. (see RFP Review Sessions section in the State formula RFP) Thurs.
, Feb. 19 and Fri. , Feb.
20: Volunteer Louisiana hosts RFP Training and Technical Assistance Sessions for applicants (See RFP Drop-In Training and Technical Assistance Sessions section in the State formula RFP) Sun. , March 1, 11:59 p. m.
: Deadline for New Applicants to submit their Notice of Intent to Apply (NOI) via the Online form: https://forms. gle/XeyuFx4JqRSqzqRd6 Sun. , March 8, 11:59 p.
m. : State Formula RFP applications due for New Applicants and Continuation Applicants Mon. , March 16: Volunteer Louisiana Commission will update any organization(s) whose applications does not meet a minimum score to proceed in the FY26 RFP process.
For all organizations that do meet a minimum score to proceed, Volunteer Louisiana will issue letters covering application items that need clarifications or corrections. March 16 – April 10: Applicants can continue to refine their State Formula applications. Fri.
, April 11, 11:59 p. m. : Final Versions of State Formula RFP applications due Second half of April: AmeriCorps Committee of the Volunteer Louisiana Commission Board will review all State Formula applications and prepare recommendations for discussion at the May 6 Quarterly Board meeting.
Wed. , May 6: Volunteer Louisiana Commission Board will discuss annual State Formula Funding applications on this date. May – July (Clarified Dates expected in March): Volunteer Louisiana Commission submits selected State Formula applicants via eGrants to AmeriCorps.
Mid-August (Clarified Dates expected in March): AmeriCorps will issue Notice of Grant Awards (NOGAs) to Volunteer Louisiana for selected State Formula applicants. Awarded programs must wait until after the NOGA date to begin their programs. 701 N.
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