FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 24, 2024

Addison Antonoff
Vineyard Gazette | May 24,2024

One of the national leaders of AmeriCorps came to Martha’s Vineyard this week to tell Islanders about the opportunities available through the federal agency’s programs.AmeriCorps connects citizens to various service opportunities across the country. Members of AmeriCorps can work in a variety of fields, including education and disaster relief. Read more on Vineyard Gazette.

AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, provides opportunities for Americans to serve their country domestically, address the nation’s most pressing challenges, improve lives and communities, and strengthen civic engagement. Each year, the agency places more than 200,000 AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in intensive service roles; and empowers millions more to serve as long-term, short-term, or one-time volunteers. Learn more at AmeriCorps.gov.

AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service. Learn how to get involved at AmeriCorps.gov/Serve.