Funding
Use the power of service to make a greater impact. Expand the reach of your organization to address critical needs across Oklahoma.
Build your reach and expand your efforts using people power with an AmeriCorps program that increases the impact of your organization in Oklahoma. AmeriCorps Oklahoma provides funding to support the development and operations of programs that engage individuals in direct service to address critical needs across Oklahoma.
AmeriCorps Oklahoma programs must be able to support the equivalent of 7 full-time AmeriCorps members in the first year of operation. The grant award amount is based on the number of AmeriCorps members serving in the organization. These grant opportunities are federal funds and require matching funds.
Funding opportunities are available for current AmeriCorps programs, as well as those organizations that are new to AmeriCorps and ready to apply for an operating grant with AmeriCorps members. Organizations can also apply for a grant to plan and develop an AmeriCorps program.
Do More With AmeriCorps Funding
Become a Program
Applying to become an AmeriCorps program requires organizations to complete a grant application that includes a description of the issues to be addressed in the community, and proposed service activities that will impact the issue, as well as a budget proposal. Budget proposals include the number of AmeriCorps members requested and other related expenses.
AmeriCorps grants are awarded to eligible organizations that engage AmeriCorps members who provide community service through an approved national service position. Members may receive a living allowance and other benefits while serving. Upon successful completion of their service, members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award that can be used to pay for higher education expenses or apply to qualified student loans.
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Design or replicate a successful intervention to address a community need that is evidence-informed
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Develop and execute a successful recruitment and selection process
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Supervise and train members throughout their service term
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Track and report performance measures that capture program outputs and outcomes
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Contribute match funding to support the project
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See additional requirements in our funding opportunities and regulations
AmeriCorps Grantee Responsibilities
Request for Funding
To apply to become an AmeriCorps program Site, as a first step please schedule an appointment to speak with Anne Smith, Deputy Director of Oklahoma AmeriCorps using the link below. We will contact you and discuss eligibility and the application process. If you then wish to apply, please begin the “Full AmeriCorps Application”. If you have general questions about the funding process, please contact us!