The Corporation for National Service was created by Congress in 1993. It offers Americans the opportunity to strengthen their community through community service programs. More than 25,000 members are working in 430 programs in the United States.
Members usually have a college degree or significant community service experience.
The Delta Service Corps creates opportunities for AmeriCorps members across the Mississippi Delta to perform vital services in neighborhoods and communities. Corps Members principally work on education, health, and housing needs. For more information, visit the Louisiana Delta Service Corps' homepage . Programs in New Orleans Forty-five AmeriCorps members work at St. Mark's Community Center. Working with human service agencies in intake and referral for programs for foster and adoptive families, homeless youth, disabled children and adults, housing advocacy, and health programs.