There are a number of ways you can serve as an AmeriCorps member. Depending if you want to serve full-time or part-time or what type of service you want to provide, there is an AmeriCorps program that is right for you! Become a Member!
For more than 40 years VISTA has provided full-time members to opportunity to create and expand programs that build capacity and ultimately bring low-income individuals and communities out of poverty.
The AmeriCorps*National Civilian Community Corps is a full-time residential program for men and women aged 18-24 that strengthens communities while developing leaders through direct, team-based national and community service. To learn more, click here. The AmeriCorps*NCCC Southwest Region Campus based in Denver accepts applications from nonprofit and public agencies to host an AmeriCorps*NCCC team (typically 10-12 members) for 6-8 weeks to assist with high-impact, but short-term projects.
AmeriCorps Seniors offers a network of programs that tap the rich experience, skills and talents of older citizens to meet community challenges. Foster Grandparents connects volunteers age 60 and over with children and young people with exceptional needs. Senior Companion Program brings together volunteers age 60 and over with adults in their community who have difficulty with the simple tasks of day-to-day living. RSVP offers "one stop shopping" for all volunteers 55 and over who want to find challenging, rewarding, and significant service opportunities in their local communities.
AmeriCorps is dedicated to providing services in the following focus areas:
Serve New Mexico engages citizens of all ages and backgrounds in community-based service. As the designated State Commission on service and volunteerism, the Serve New Mexico Commission administers funding to AmeriCorps State programs in New Mexico.
If you’re looking for programs to bring to your community and want to become an AmeriCorps grantee, we would like to set up a consultation with you.