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              Your Benefits
              We offer benefits to AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to support them as they make a difference in communities across America.
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    Living Allowance
                    Receive a modest living allowance to cover basic expenses during your service term.Icon for money for college and trade school
    Money for College and Trade School
                    The Segal AmeriCorps Education Award is offered to individuals who complete a term of service and can be used to pay for a range of educational expenses, like repaying qualified student loans or future tuition payments. You can earn up to two full Education Awards with multiple service terms.Loan deferment and interest forbearance icon
    Loan Deferment and Interest Forbearance
                    Individuals in approved AmeriCorps positions are eligible for forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans. In addition, interest payments that accrue during service may be eligible for repayment by AmeriCorps.Professional development icon
    Professional Development
                    Jump-start your career and gain transferable skills employers value including leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving. Once you complete your service, leverage the Employers of National Service network, which connects you with hundreds of employers from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors who are committed to hiring alumni.Alumni network icon
    Alumni Network
                    Join a network of like-minded leaders who are passionate about improving communities. AmeriCorps alumni receive access to special benefits and resources. For example, many colleges and universities match the Education Award and offer additional AmeriCorps scholarships.

                    


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                    Some programs offer a modest stipend to qualified volunteers.Insurance icon
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    Improved Health and Wellbeing
                    Studies have shown that volunteering and giving back improves overall health and happiness. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers reported feeling happier and healthier while making a difference in their communities.Develop new skills icon
    Develop New Skills
                    AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers bring unique skills and experiences to help communities thrive. Build on those skills through your service.

                    




    


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Segal AmeriCorps Education Award
          After successfully completing your term of service and enrolling in the National Service Service Trust, AmeriCorps members are eligible to receive the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. You can use the award to repay qualified student loans and to pay current educational expenses at eligible institutions of higher education and training programs.
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