U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Goverment symbol

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Lock symbol

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Skip to main content
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on

Have a Great Story to Tell? Share It with Us!

Share my story

“Their service doesn’t just support individuals—it strengthens entire communities, sparking confidence and action to create lasting change."

Faith leaders, faith-based organizations, and places of worship play a vital role in helping build strong, healthy, and caring communities.

Notre Dame Mission Volunteers

AmeriCorps grantee

“Ageing is a process, we all know,” David said. “In that the more you do or the more you give, it gives it back to you. And I really think that helps in longevity.”

David Pratty and Teachers

David Pratt

AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer

“It has been a joy to serve with Minnesota RecoveryCorps,” Sarah said. “Let’s continue helping those in our communities build lives based on the strongest of foundations! I thank God for this opportunity to serve.”

Sarah Moore

Sarah Moore

AmeriCorps member

“The people were absolutely the best I'd ever encountered,” Jody-Lynn said. “You know, people ask me why I wanted to do that kind of work, but I always told them, ‘I love to work. I love the outdoors.

Jody-Lynn Reicher

Jody-Lynn Reicher

AmeriCorps member

“Whenever I tarped a person's roof, chopped down an invasive tree, helped translate the vaccination process, or swung nails into a wall frame, I felt satisfied that I contributed to a solution to a problem.”

Alex Tran

Alex Tran

AmeriCorps member

AmeriCorps has provided me with so many incredible opportunities.

Emma Martin Crop

Emma Martin

AmeriCorps member

Media Inquiries

Press@AmeriCorps.gov

Press Materials

View the AmeriCorps Press Kit

About AmeriCorps

Our purpose is to bring out the best of America. We do this by bringing Americans together to serve communities.

Learn more

Serve with AmeriCorps

Do you want to serve communities in need? Find the right opportunity for you. 

Find out more

Back to main content