[AmeriCorps](https://americorps.gov)

April 30, 2026: Full application submission deadline

$100,000–$500,000 per award; one-year project period; cost share/match required

Supports State Service Commissions in expanding volunteer recruitment, retention, and capacity to address critical community needs.

Only State Service Commissions are eligible to apply; cost sharing/matching is required.

--- ## Description This opportunity provides funding for State Service Commissions to enhance volunteer engagement practices, with the goal of increasing the recruitment and retention of volunteers to meet critical community needs. Funded projects are expected to expand volunteering, build the capacity of volunteer connector organizations, and develop effective strategies for leveraging volunteers to address issues such as disaster relief, education, environment, health, housing, and food security. The fund is specifically designed to strengthen the infrastructure supporting volunteerism at the state and community levels. --- ## Due Dates - April 30, 2026: Full application submission deadline (by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) --- ## Funding Amount - Award range: $100,000–$500,000 per project - Project period: One year - Cost sharing/matching required: 20% (year 1), increasing in subsequent years (30% year 2, 40% year 3, 50% year 4+) --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicants:** Only State Service Commissions are eligible to apply. - Must be a non-federal entity as defined in 2 CFR 200.1 or 42 U.S.C. 12511(21). - Must have valid SAM registration and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). - **Other requirements:** - Applicants must demonstrate the ability to meet the required cost share/match at the time of application. - Organizations with certain federal violations or outstanding tax issues may be ineligible. - 501(c)(4) organizations that lobby are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [AmeriCorps eGrants](https://egrants.cns.gov/espan/main/login.jsp). - Required components include: - SF-424 Face Sheet - Executive Summary (per provided template) - Narrative sections (Program Design, Organizational Capability, Cost-Effectiveness & Budget Adequacy) - Performance Measures (must use specified National Performance Measures) - Budget and required additional documents (e.g., Operational and Financial Management Survey) - Page limit: 8 double-spaced pages (excluding budget and required forms) - All applicants must have an active SAM registration and UEI. - Late applications require written justification and are considered at the agency’s discretion. --- ## Additional Information - Awards are cost reimbursement grants; indirect costs are capped at 5% of the award. - AmeriCorps will notify applicants of funding decisions in July 2026, with awards anticipated in August 2026. - Technical assistance calls and resources are available via the [AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities](https://americorps.gov/partner/funding-opportunities) page. - Funded activities may include making subgrants to community-based entities for volunteer generation and capacity building. --- ## External Links - [AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities](https://americorps.gov/partner/funding-opportunities) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361547) - [AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund Program Info](https://americorps.gov) - [FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/FY26-VGF-Notice-Amended.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Contact Details | |---------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | Program Email | [VolunteerGeneration@americorps.gov](mailto:VolunteerGeneration@americorps.gov) | | Technical Support | AmeriCorps Hotline: (800) 942-2677 (Option 3) | | Funder Website | [https://americorps.gov/contact](https://americorps.gov/contact) | ---

Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps Volunteer Generation Fund

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