Governor Thomas J. Vilsack National Service in Iowa Getting things done in Iowa . More than 31,000 people of all ages and backgrounds are helping to solve problems and strengthen communities through 65 national service projects across Iowa. Serving through local nonprofits, schools, religious organizations and other groups, these citizens tutor and mentor children, coordinate after-school programs, build homes, organize neighborhood watch groups, clean parks, recruit volunteers, and accomplish other things to improve communities. This year AmeriCorps, the domestic Peace Corps, will provide more than 370 individuals the opportunity to spend a year serving in Iowa communities. Two-thirds of AmeriCorps grants are made by the Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service.
National nonprofits make other assignments.
This information reflects the 1999-2000 program year.