FEMA Corps teams will support Hawaii residents impacted by the recent volcanic eruption

VICKSBURG, MISS.  – On Saturday, June 16, three teams of AmeriCorps members will depart for Hawaii, where they will join assistance efforts for survivors of the recent Kilauea volcanic eruption and earthquakes. The teams will depart from the AmeriCorps NCCC campus in Vicksburg and continue on to Hawaii from the Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport.

Annual event honors RSVP, Foster Grandparent, and Senior Companion volunteers


WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency that oversees Senior Corps, will celebrate the valuable contributions made by older volunteers during the eighth annual Senior Corps Week, taking place April 29 – May 5 during Older Americans Month.

Last night, as we learned of the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush, my first thought was for her family, President Bush and their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and the memories they will share with each other over the coming days. All of us send our deepest sympathy and prayers to them.

The AmeriCorps family is heartbroken by the tragic loss of Jennifer Riordan. Among her many roles as a leader in the Albuquerque community, Jennifer served on and previously chaired the New Mexico Commission for Community Volunteerism. We will remember Jennifer as a devoted champion and steward of national service. Our hearts and deepest condolences go out to Jennifer’s family, friends, and colleagues in New Mexico and across the country.

Chairwoman Foxx, Ranking Member Scott, and Members of the Committee,

Thank you for the invitation to testify today. With only two months in this role, I appreciate the opportunity to meet with the Committee and share my commitment to accountability and good stewardship of taxpayer dollars – a top priority I share with the dedicated professionals of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).

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Record-breaking number of city, county, and tribal officials participate in National Service Recognition Day

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, thousands of Americans across the country will participate in AmeriCorps Week, celebrating the contributions of the more than 1 million AmeriCorps members and alumni who have pledged to “get things done” for America. The weeklong celebration also spotlights the contributions and support of thousands of local organizations that make AmeriCorps programs possible.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Barbara Stewart set a tone of stability and optimism on her first day as CEO of the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency responsible for service and volunteering programs. Stewart was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on February 7 after being nominated by President Donald J. Trump in November of 2017.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate has voted to confirm Barbara Stewart of Illinois as Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation for National and Community Service. President Donald J. Trump nominated Stewart in November.