Placements are from 1-2 years and applicants must be 21 years or older. AmeriCorps directly manages two programs nationally and supports hundreds of local organizations across the country. The time commitment for these programs is from ten to twelve months and members, upon completion of the program, receive an educational award for past or present college expenses. The AmeriCorps site contains information on what benefits and opportunities exist and listings of programs that are a part of AmeriCorps. See the AmeriCorps site for state by state listings.
Members work on team-based projects focused on the environment.
The members address issues in the areas of human needs, health, education, public safety, and environment. City Year is located in ten cities across the country and has over 600 corps members. Receive a stipend and AmeriCorps educational award. Applicants must be between age 18 - 30 and available for a 10 month commitment. Allies receive a living allowance, health and child care benefits, and an educational award.