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AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program is a grant from AmeriCorps that funds nonprofit organizations to host senior volunteer programs connecting adults age 55 and over with children and communities in need. Organizations that become AmeriCorps Seniors grantees receive funding, access to a national volunteer recruitment network, supplemental insurance for volunteers, and marketing and branding resources.
The program is designed to build organizational capacity while achieving community impact. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations eligible to host AmeriCorps Seniors programs. Funding amounts vary based on program scope and congressional appropriation.
Grantees join a national network with access to peer support and best practices.
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3 Awesome Reasons You Should Apply To Our Grants 3 Awesome Reasons You Should Apply To Our Grants AmeriCorps sent this bulletin at 11/18/2020 11:00 AM EST AmeriCorps Seniors Grant? Applying for a 2021 AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparents Program or Senior Companion Program grant can provide you with funding, volunteers and other resources to address challenges in your community.
If your application is approved and you become an AmeriCorps Seniors grantee, you receive: Our funding will help you build capacity for your organization and achieve your mission . It also provides supplemental insurance for AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers while they serve, giving them peace of mind.
*Pending congressional appropriation 2) AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers AmeriCorps Seniors provides tools to recruit vibrant volunteers age 55 and over who have an average volunteer commitment of 7 years ! It also amplifies your social impact by increasing their health and longevity. When you become part of the family, you are welcomed into a network of national program peers that provide support and best practices.
You also have access to marketing and branding resources to elevate your organization to a national level. Convinced yet? Take these next steps: Decide which program fits with your mission: Foster Grandparents Program and/or Senior Companions Program Check out the competition page and read the 2021 Foster Grandparent Program and/or Senior Companion Program (NOFO) to determine eligibility Applications are due by Wed.
, Feb. 3, 2021 at 5 p. m.
ET Got questions? Email 2021FGPSCP@cns. gov at any time during the application period.
Introducing the 2021 FGP-SCP Competition Tue, Jan 5, 2021 3:30-4:30 p. m. ET The Foster Grandparents Program Wed, Jan 6, 2021 3:30-4:30 p.
m. ET The Senior Companions Program Tue, Jan 12, 2021 3:30-4:30 p. m.
ET Best Practices in Budget Development Wed, Jan 13, 2021 3:30-4:30 p. m. ET Submitting Your Application in eGrants Thu, Jan 14, 2021 3:30-4:30 p.
m. ET Manage preferences / AmeriCorps. gov We sent this email to Email Address on behalf of AmeriCorps.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations eligible to host AmeriCorps Seniors programs. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies (provides funding for volunteer program positions) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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