Celebrate Community Investment and Philanthropy

To highlight the incredible impact AmeriCorps programs create, the 30th anniversary celebrations will spotlight key areas of service each month. December's theme is Community Investment and Philanthropy. From supporting education and healthy futures to disaster recovery and tackling climate change, AmeriCorps works hand in hand with organizations to create local solutions with lasting impact.

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Leverage Monthly Themes

To help highlight the incredible impact AmeriCorps programs create, the 30th anniversary celebrations will spotlight key areas of service each month. Use this opportunity to lift up the important work your organization is doing in these areas. The agency will provide messaging for each month.

  • September: Anniversary Launch   
  • October: Diversity in Service   
  • November: Veterans and Hometown Heroes  
  • December: Community Investment and Philanthropy   
  • January: Economic Opportunity   
  • February: Healthy Futures   
  • March: Recruitment   
  • April: Environment   
  • May: Seniors   
  • June: Pathways to Employment 
  • July: Disaster Services 
  • August: Education 
  • September: Lifetime of Service 

Upcoming Events

Martin Luther King, Jr., National Day of Service

Monday, Jan. 15

AmeriCorps invites you to act on Dr. King’s legacy of social justice and equity and recommit by volunteering to serve others. Together, we can strengthen ties to our communities and one other while we address critical issues that divide us.

Commit to Serve

Past Events

Delivering on Diversity and Equity with Data

On Oct. 31, AmeriCorps hosted a webinar on how we deliver diversity and equity through data. Participants learned about equitable data, its importance for various communities, AmeriCorps' past work, and current initiatives to create a more equitable work environment.

AmeriCorps: 30 Years Forward

On Oct. 26, President Bill Clinton, AmeriCorps and champions of service hosted a virtual summit to commemorate the 30th anniversary of AmeriCorps. The event discussed the future of national service and ways to expand its impact at different levels. Attendees heard testimonials and learned about the success factors of national service models, like AmeriCorps, and how we can expand access for a new generation of changemakers.

Watch the summit

The Power of Service: Through the Lens of Being Hispanic/Latino

On Oct. 12, AmeriCorps hosted a special diversity in service event to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting our Hispanic and Latino AmeriCorps members and alumni, and discussing the opportunities and challenges for Hispanic members.

Watch the event

A Movement, Not a Moment

On Sept. 21, AmeriCorps kicked off our year-long 30th anniversary celebration. Members, volunteers, alumni, grantees, sponsors, agency staff, and the national service community joined us for a milestone showcase. Participants heard inspiring stories from national service champions and shared strategies to grow AmeriCorps’ impact for years to come.

Watch the kick-off

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Stay up to date on the latest on social media. Be sure to tag @AmeriCorps when you post and use the hashtag #AmeriCorps30.
 

30th Anniversary Toolkit

Spread the word! Find video, photos, social media, communications templates, and more.

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