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AmeriCorps

Logo featuring the text 'ENGAGE ARKANSAS' with a colorful abstract design.

A group of people in casual clothing jumps joyfully in front of a building with a blue sign.

  • AmeriCorps provides opportunities for Americans of all ages and backgrounds to serve their communities and country through these programs: AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA, National Civilian Community Corps, FEMA Corps and Senior Corps. Members and volunteers serve with national and community non-profit organizations, faith -based groups, schools, and local agencies to help meet community needs.

    • Help students improve academically in areas of literacy and mathematics through tutoring and mentoring.
    • Members are instrumental in addressing community needs by implementing various service projects.
    • Earn a monthly living allowance and an education award to use towards college expenses.
    • Professional development- Gain essential skills that all employers value.
    • Alumni Networking- Make connections with people who share your passion.

    • Must be 17 years of age of older
    • Has or is working toward earning a high school diploma or GED
    • Is a US Citizen, US National or legal permanent resident alien of the US
    • A cleared National Service Criminal History Check
    • Required Documents:  Driver’s License or State ID, Birth Certificate, Social Security Card and completed Official Application

Why I Serve...

  • A young woman holds a sign that reads 'I SERVE BECAUSE I am passionate about building the future leaders of our community.'
  • A young woman smiles while holding a sign that says "I SERVE BECAUSE" with handwritten text below.
  • Two women in face masks present a poster with informational flyers attached.
  • A young man stands in front of a mural featuring Martin Luther King Jr. and the American flag, holding a certificate.
  • A young woman in a red shirt holds a sign that reads "I SERVE BECAUSE I want to impact my Community."
  • A young woman smiles while holding a sign that reads 'I SERVE BECAUSE The SMILE I See Everyday!'.

Programs

Future Teacher Initiative Program
Future Teacher Initiative members tutor and mentor at-risk preschool students in Arkansas to ensure the students are socially, emotionally and academically prepared for kindergarten.

Smart Start Program
Smart Start members provide intense one-on-one and small group tutorial reading and math assistance to students in grades kindergarten through fifth.

“The mission of AmeriCorps is to improve lives, strengthen communities,
and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering.”

  • A young woman smiles while holding a sign that says 'Thank you, teachers'.
  • Four people stand in front of a whiteboard in a classroom setting.
  • Three people wearing masks stand in a room with green walls and chairs.
  • A young Black woman with glasses smiles, holding a sign that says 'I SERVE BECAUSE I WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD.'
  • A group of young people in matching blue t-shirts pose for a photo on a playground.
  • A group of young people in blue shirts pose on a red and yellow playground structure.
  • Five young women in matching blue t-shirts pose for a photo outdoors.
  • Five young people in matching blue t-shirts stand together outdoors.
  • Four young women in matching blue t-shirts stand together outdoors on a grassy area.
  • A group of people in blue shirts pose on a playground structure, with a banner reading 'GETTING THINGS DONE ENGAGEAR'.
  • A group of people in blue shirts cheer while holding a banner on a playground.
  • A group of volunteers in blue shirts pose for a photo on a playground, with a banner reading 'GETTING THINGS DONE ENGAGEAR'.

Join AmeriCorps: Do The Greater Good. Apply Now.