Life in AmeriCorps NCCC

Welcome to the North Central Region Campus!

The North Central Region campus is in Vinton, Iowa, about 30 miles northwest of Cedar Rapids. The NCCC campus is housed on the grounds of the former Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School (IBSSS) facility.

Vinton is a river community with a vibrant shopping district and many family-friendly events and activities. This county seat community is home to over 20 chainsaw carvings and nearly a dozen larger than life murals on the side of area buildings. Our historic homes, courthouse, train depot, and the former Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School are all great additions to the charm of our community. Halfway between Waterloo and Cedar Rapids, Vinton is a competitive, self-sufficient business community focused on growth and hometown service.

The heart of Vinton is about four-square miles, so most destinations are in easy walking or biking distance.  There are several leisure activities available to members on campus and in the Vinton community. There is a pool on campus that team leaders and corps members can use during NCCC posted times. There is a community pool in Vinton that members have access to during the summer when on campus. There is also a basketball court, exercise room, fire pit, outdoor volleyball court and plenty of space to relax and enjoy the outdoors on campus.

The North Central Region campus is located at 1004 G Ave, Vinton, IA 52349. Although you won’t spend much time on campus, the genuine warmth and kindness of the Vinton community will make it feel like home. You can learn more about the Vinton community by visiting https://www.vinton.info/.

Please Note: This is one of the 4 AmeriCorps NCCC campuses that applicants may be assigned to. Applicants cannot choose their home region and are placed on a variety of internal factors.

The North Central Region supports service projects in 15 states: Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Vermont.

Lodging

Members live in dorm rooms while on campus for training, transition weeks, closure and if they have a local project. You will be assigned to a room in one of our dorms that will serve as your "home base" during your term of service with the North Central Region campus. The dormitories are co-ed, with usually three to five people living in each room divided by gender. There are gender-based communal bathrooms on each floor. Roommate assignments are made shortly before your arrival on campus, so you can meet your roommate(s) when you get here. A typical room has bunk beds, closet space, drawers and desks. There are lounges with cable television, a pool table, two computer labs, WiFi access, and outdoor space for relaxing. Team leaders are housed together, usually two per room by gender. Team Leaders have their own lounge with WiFi access and television for relaxing.

"Working with the NCCC and its teams has led to scores of senior citizens, people with disabilities and other homeowners gaining needed home repairs in our county. This has greatly improved their quality of life. We are thrilled to be selected to host NCCC teams as the young adults share their positive spirit and strong work ethic." -Jeffrey Diver, Executive Director Supports to Encourage Low-Income Families, Hamilton, OH

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Welcome to the Southwest Region Campus!

The NCCC Southwest Region campus is located in a residential part of Aurora, CO, about 15 miles southeast of downtown Denver.  With close proximity to a state park, a major metro area, and the Rocky Mountains, there are plenty of activities available to members during their free time when staying on campus. Though members assigned to the Southwest Region will most likely only spend about 10-40% of their time in Colorado, they certainly never mind “coming home” to Denver. The campus mailing address is: 15001 E. Oxford Ave., Suite B, Aurora, CO  80014.

Please Note: This is one of the 4 AmeriCorps NCCC campuses that applicants may be assigned to. Applicants cannot choose their home region and are placed on a variety of internal factors.

The Southwest Region supports service projects in 9 states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming.

Lodging

Corps Members live in dorm rooms while on campus for training and transition weeks.  The layout and amenities of each dorm room differs, but members can expect to have one XL twin mattress and a storage locker. There are no lamps, desks, or bathroom facilities in the dorm rooms; shared bathrooms are at the end of the hall.  The rooms in one residential building house 2-4 members per room while rooms in the other building house 10-28 members per room.  All roommates in both buildings are of the same gender.  Team Leaders live in a different part of campus than Corps Members and share a room with one other person.

"The impact the team made on our community was tremendous. We have received so much great feedback from community members, event organizers, and local government. After having [the team] here, I believe that there is a better understanding in our community as to what AmeriCorps is." -Jessica Buchholz, Emporia Main Street, Kansas

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Welcome to the Southern Region Campus!

Nestled on the banks of the Mississippi River, Vicksburg is an ideal spot for a meaningful service experience. While on campus, you can choose to explore some of the most fascinating historic sites and antebellum mansions in the nation, soak in beauty of the Riverwalk murals while listening to the Mississippi Blues or hike through one of the 25 nature sites nearby to experience the diverse ecology of the lower Mississippi Delta.  Although you won’t spend much time on campus, the genuine warmth and kindness of the people you meet will make it feel like home. After long day of training, there is nothing like hanging out on the porch in a rocking chair listening as the Southern evening falls. The campus mailing address is: 2715 Confederate Ave, Vicksburg, MS 39180.

Please Note: This is one of the 4 AmeriCorps NCCC campuses that applicants may be assigned to. Applicants cannot choose their home region and are placed on a variety of internal factors.

The Southern Region supports service projects in 17 states, the District of Columbia and several territories: Alabama, Connecticut, Washington DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, The US Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.

Lodging

You will be assigned a dorm that will serve as your "home base" during your term of service with the Southern Region campus. The dormitories are co-ed with two to four people living in each room, with each room divided by gender. Roommate assignments are made shortly before your arrival on campus, so you can meet your roommate(s) when you get here. A typical room has bunk beds, closet space, drawers and desks. There are lounges with cable television and outdoor patios for relaxing.

"[Our team] proved to be a strong team unit, working very well together and conquering every task given to them. Their contribution towards agency efforts was highly noticed and missed once they were gone. We would highly recommend AmeriCorps NCCC to any non-profit looking to build capacity.  They are truly a remarkable group of young adults." -Lauren Copeland, Senior Coordinator, Brighton Center, Newport, KY

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Welcome to the Pacific Region Campus!

The NCCC Pacific Region campus is in California’s Central Valley on the former McClellan Air Force Base in North Highlands, CA. Following the base's closure in 2001, the property was converted into a multi-use business community called McClellan Park. In addition to AmeriCorps, McClellan Park hosts private business, residential neighborhoods, and services for active and retired military personnel.

NCCC campus offices are located at 3427 Laurel Street, McClellan Park, CA 95652. You can learn more about McClellan Park and its history as an Airforce Base by visiting the Aerospace Museum of California.

Please Note: This is one of the 4 AmeriCorps NCCC campuses that applicants may be assigned to. Applicants cannot choose their home region and are placed on a variety of internal factors.

The Pacific Region supports service projects in 9 states and several territories: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and the Pacific Territories.

Lodging

You will be assigned a dorm that will serve as your "home base" during your term of service with the Pacific Region campus. The dormitories are co-ed, with each room divided by gender. Roommate assignments are made shortly before your arrival on campus, so you can meet your roommate(s) when you get here. A typical room has bunk beds, closet space, drawers and desks. There are lounges and outdoor space for relaxing. Each room also has a mini-fridge and cleaning supplies.
 

"NCCC teams have been excellent ambassadors of our organization. They have served as catalysts for our programs, built strong partnerships,and helped to empower local communities to respond to major challenges. We are grateful for their  hard work!" -Seth Connolly, Restoration Manager, Tuolumne River Trust, California

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