AmeriCorps & Grants

AmeriCorps programs meet our country’s critical needs in disaster services, economic opportunity, education, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, as well as with our veterans and military families. AmeriCorps members serve with nonprofits, schools, public agencies, faith-based groups and community organizations. See how AmeriCorps members make a difference.

AmeriCorps grants background information

• Learn more about AmeriCorps grants

AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities

Eligible organizations are invited to join the North Carolina portfolio of AmeriCorps Programs. Our AmeriCorps grant training is mandatory for first time applicants. Register for the required upcoming trainings. 

National Direct applicant organizations applying to the directly to the AmeriCorps Agency, and proposing to place AmeriCorps members in North Carolina should complete the online form.

All AmeriCorps grant applications for funding from VolunteerNC require the following credentials.
SAM Registration: SAM (System for Award Management) registration is required for all applicants and has taken the place of registration in CCR (Central Contractor Registration). If an applicant had an active record in CCR, that applicant has an active record in SAM. Applicants not previously registered in CCR should register in SAM prior to applying for a grant through VolunteerNC. SAM information may be found at www.sam.gov.

Application Materials:

• FY26 North Carolina Formula Notice of Funding Opportunity
• FY26 North Carolina Formula Application Instructions
• FY26 ASN Performance Measure Instructions
• FY26 ASN Mandatory Supplemental Guidance
• Budget Worksheet
• Intent to Apply 2026-2027 (New Applicants Only)
• Concept Paper (New Applicants Only)
   

AmeriCorps Alums is now part of Service Year Alliance. Register to stay involved!

AmeriCorps alumni continue to be community service leaders in their communities. North Carolina’s AmeriCorps alumni chapters also facilitate mentoring current members and organizing service projects so former members can continue to "get things done.”

AmeriCorps is made up of three programs: AmeriCorps State and National; AmeriCorps VISTA; and AmeriCorps NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps). All three AmeriCorps programs are funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service, an independent federal agency created to connect Americans of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities to give back to their communities and their nation.

AmeriCorps Seniors & AmeriCorps Vista

Senior Corps helps volunteers age 55 and older find the best way to serve in their communities. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) volunteers serve in local nonprofit and public organizations, including schools, libraries, health care facilities and law enforcement agencies. Foster Grandparent volunteers make a difference in the lives of children in schools, hospitals, drug treatment centers, correctional institutions and child care centers. Senior Companion volunteers help adults who have difficulty with daily tasks maintain their independence. Find more information about the Senior Corps.

AmeriCorps VISTA members work to bring individuals and communities out of poverty. Members work at nonprofit and public agencies to fight illiteracy, improve health services, reduce unemployment, increase housing opportunities and expand access to technology for those living in rural and urban areas of poverty across North Carolina. Find more information about AmeriCorps VISTA.