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ActiveAmeriCorps · 2026

Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition

Quick Facts

Agency: AmeriCorps
Funding: See RFP
Deadline: October 20, 2026 (23 days remaining)
Status: Active
Eligibility: Eligible applicants: State governments; County governments; City or township governments; Special district governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized); Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification). State Service Commission and/or States and US TerritoriesFor the category of private institutions of higher education, only non-profit institutions of higher education are eligible. Cost sharing or matching funds are required.

About This Grant

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-08-20-2026. Assistance Listing: 94.002. Funding Instrument: G. Category: CD,CP,DPR,ED,ELT,ENV,FN,HL,HO,ISS,O,T.

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Eligibility Requirements

Eligible applicants: State governments
County governments
City or township governments
Special district governments
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
State Service Commission and/or States and US TerritoriesFor the category of private institutions of higher education, only non-profit institutions of higher education are eligible.
Cost sharing or matching funds are required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants: State governments; County governments; City or township governments; Special district governments; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized); Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized); Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification). State Service Commission and/or States and US TerritoriesFor the category of private institutions of higher education, only non-profit institutions of higher education are eligible. Cost sharing or matching funds are required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

When is the deadline for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition?

Applications for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition are due October 20, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.

Is Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition a federal grant?

Yes — Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition is offered by AmeriCorps and this listing comes from Grants.gov, an official U.S. federal source. Federal applications generally require registrations (for example SAM.gov or an agency submission portal), so allow extra lead time.

How do I apply for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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