A MERICORPS STATE AND NATIONAL AmeriCorps State and National members commit anywhere from 100 to 1,700 hours, generally 3 to 12 months, and can engage in direct services and/or capacity-building activities. State and National members focus on a variety of areas to effect change in the communities they serve: • Youth Development
• Native American Affairs
• Legal Assistance
• Community Development
• Health and Nutrition
• Energy and Conservation
• Workforce Development
• Veterans and Military Families
Having AmeriCorps members involved in afterschool and summer programs can bring unique experiences and vantage points that can enrich students’ lives, help students develop new perspectives, and inspire creativity.
AMERICORPS STATE & NATIONAL MEMBERS CAN HAVE A DIRECT POSITIVE IMPACT ON A YOUNG PERSON’S LIFE.
AmeriCorps members serving in education-centered programs can help identify and recruit youth to provide resources and increase academic performance. They can provide instruction, valuable one-on-one tutoring and mentoring sessions, and work to increase college readiness by assisting with college fairs, test preparation, financial aid, college tours, and wraparound family support. AmeriCorps members serving in community development capacities can provide health education workshops, interventions, and extracurricular activities. They promote sustainability and conservation in the communities they serve. AmeriCorps members placed with organizations addressing food accessibility help grow and distribute food throughout the school year including summer when children do not have access to meals provided by schools. Overall, AmeriCorps State and National members can have a direct positive impact on a young person’s life. 8
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