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Find similar grantsThis grant funds effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve community problems.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations that expand volunteering, strengthen volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve community problems. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF) FY 2026-2027 is funded by Volunteer Florida / AmeriCorps. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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National Service Criminal History Check (NSCHC) Funds is sponsored by AmeriCorps. This program provides funding to assist organizations in meeting the National Service Criminal History Check (NSCHC) requirements, which are a baseline screening established by law to protect beneficiaries of national service. It is required for recipients and subrecipients of operational grants from AmeriCorps State and National, Foster Grandparent Program Grants, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Grants, Senior Companion Program Grants, AmeriCorps Seniors Demonstration Program Grants, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Grants, September 11th Day of Service Grants, Social Innovation Fund Grants, and Volunteer Generation Fund Grants.
Michigan's AmeriCorps Programs is sponsored by Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC). The Michigan Community Service Commission anticipates funds to support new and recompeting Michigan's AmeriCorps programs, starting in Fall 2026. This funding provides 'people power' by supporting a team of AmeriCorps members for direct service and volunteer generation, addressing community needs.
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