BENEFITS OF HAVING A MERICORPS MEMBERS IN AFTERSCHOOL PROGR A MS Program Support AmeriCorps members support afterschool program needs by providing resources to staff,
teachers, and students to achieve program goals.
Development AmeriCorps members create partnerships, collect data, fundraise, perform outreach, and recruit
and supervise volunteers.
Grant-Funded Support AmeriCorps member placements are grant-funded by your local state service
commission to fulfill your program goals and mission.
Technical Assistance The state service commission can help you apply for and manage your AmeriCorps grant
to ensure you have the knowledge and training needed to complete requirements and maintain compliance.
Capacity Building Professional development is provided through training workshops to increase your knowledge
and skills to better administer your program or project.
AmeriCorps produces long-lasting results and is a cost-effective solution to solving critical challenges facing our communities and nation. 6
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