AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities
AmeriCorps Funding Opportunities support organizations engaging service members in evidence-based local projects to meet community-identified needs and strengthen communities across Tennessee.
Funder: Volunteer Tennessee
Due Dates: October 16, 2026 (Competitive/EAP draft) | December 11, 2026 (Formula NOI) | December 21, 2026 (Competitive/EAP final draft) | February 5, 2027 (Formula application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $26,800 per MSY (competitive) or $27,000 per MSY (non-EAP formula), with lower EAP/Professional Corps limits; three-year awards
Summary: Supports local AmeriCorps programs addressing community-identified needs across Tennessee through evidence-based or evidence-informed service.
Key Information: Competitive programs must enroll at least 20 AmeriCorps members, except eligible Tribal applicants; formula programs are exempt.
Description
Volunteer Tennessee administers AmeriCorps State funding for new, recompeting, and continuing programs for the 2027–28 program year. Grants support organizations engaging AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions that strengthen communities and meet locally identified needs. The six service areas are disaster services, economic opportunity, education, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, and veterans and military families.
The process includes competitive and formula funding, with cost-reimbursement and fixed-amount options. Tennessee priorities include distressed and at-risk counties, effective recruitment and management of community volunteers, and participation by disadvantaged and underrepresented youth. Funding is highly competitive, and existing partners may be prioritized over new awards. Previous funding levels do not indicate future support.
