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Visit funder's website →AmeriCorps SC "State Formula" Request for Proposals "RFP" (2027-28) is sponsored by United Way Association of South Carolina (via South Carolina Commission for National and Community Service - SCCNCS). This RFP supports the placement of AmeriCorps members who deliver services alongside staff, engaging members in meaningful direct service activities to meet critical community needs in specific focus areas.
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Project Proposal Opportunities *off-cycle. Not currently accepting proposals. [Last Updated: June 22, 2026] 2027-28 AmeriCorps SC "State Competitive" Request for Proposals "RFP" Tentative timing of notice: Late summer / early Fall 2027.
Contingent on FY27 federal appropriations and federal AmeriCorps agency notice publication.
For projects beginning 7/1/2027 and ending 6/30/2028 2027-28 AmeriCorps SC "State Formula" Request for Proposals "RFP" Tentative RFP release date: January 1, 2027 Tentative "Letter of Intent" due date: January 29, 2027 Tentative "Full Application" due date: February 26, 2027 For projects beginning 8/1/2027 and ending 7/31/2028 Interested in other funding and project opportunities available through AmeriCorps? VISIT: https://americorps.
gov/partner/funding-opportunities AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) AmeriCorps Seniors SCP (Senior Companion Program) AmeriCorps Seniors FGP (Foster Grandparent Program) Questions or Support Needs? Please contact our team (ATTN Becky Brennan Thom, Director of AmeriCorps SC) by emailing commission@uwasc.
org (What is it?) The South Carolina Commission on National and Community Service (SCCNCS) The South Carolina Commission on National and Community Service (SCCNCS) - sometimes referred to as "AmeriCorps SC" - is South Carolina's State Service Commission. SCCNCS champions service and volunteer efforts throughout the Palmetto State.
One of the primary functions of SCCNCS is to provide subgrant funding, oversight, and technical support to local "AmeriCorps State" programs and projects operating exclusively within South Carolina. SCCNCS is under the custodianship of the United Way Association of South Carolina, Inc (UWASC), per SC Governor Executive Order 2007-24.
Best summarized as a domestic Peace Corps, AmeriCorps enables host agencies to recruit passionate individuals (AmeriCorps Volunteers) who will serve to increase the capacity of their organization to expand services or engage additional beneficiaries. To help support their service, AmeriCorps Volunteers receive both a modest living allowance and an education award that ranges between $1,342.
86 to $6,345 that can be used to continue their education or pay back eligible student loans. Additionally, full-time AmeriCorps Volunteers also receive grant-supported health insurance and childcare. National Service Focus Areas Environmental Stewardship Veterans and Military Families AmeriCorps SC subgrant awards from SCCNCS typically range from $100,000 to $500,000.
Organizations that are within their first three years of grant funding must provide a combined in-kind + cash match that supports a minimum of 24% of the total cost of operating the AmeriCorps project. Grant funds can be used to support program-related expenses such as: Salaries and benefits for staff who will administer the AmeriCorps program and/or manage AmeriCorps Volunteers.
Operational expenses such as recruitment costs, travel, training, supplies, volunteer gear, background checks, etc. AmeriCorps Volunteer living allowance, health insurance, FICA taxes, and workers compensation insurance.
The following entities are generally eligible to host an AmeriCorps program and apply for AmeriCorps SC funding: Indian tribes and tribal organizations Partnerships and consortia Schools, school districts, and institutions of higher education State and local government agencies
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations within South Carolina that can support a minimum 24% match of the total cost of operating the AmeriCorps project. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000 to $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
AmeriCorps SC "State Formula" Request for Proposals "RFP" (2027-28) is funded by United Way Association of South Carolina (via South Carolina Commission for National and Community Service - SCCNCS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in South Carolina. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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