Maine Rural State AmeriCorps Grants
The Maine Rural State AmeriCorps Grants fund evidence-based programs that engage AmeriCorps members in addressing rural Maine's health, workforce, housing, and environmental needs.
Funder: Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application due) | March 2027 (questions due) | April 2027 (proposal deadline)
Funding Amounts: $54,000–$135,000 per award (up to $27,000 per Member Service Year); 3-year grant period; 2–4 awards expected.
Summary: Supports innovative AmeriCorps programs addressing rural community health, resilience, and service needs in Maine.
Key Information: Only organizations that have never received an AmeriCorps grant are eligible; applicants must have a physical presence in rural Maine.
Description
This grant opportunity seeks proposals from organizations aiming to launch or expand AmeriCorps programs that address critical health, workforce, housing, or environmental needs in rural Maine communities. Funded projects should be evidence-based, directly engage AmeriCorps members in service, and foster local resilience through measurable impact. The program is designed to build the capacity of rural organizations and communities, with a strong focus on direct service and volunteer engagement.
