Government Grants
Business Grants
Home Owner Programs
Federal Programs
About Us
State Commissions
The funds enable States to form a 15 to 25 member, independent, bipartisan commission appointed by a governor to implement service programs in their State.
Funds are given to State commissions.
The Corporation for National and Community Service is the nation's largest grant-maker supporting service and volunteering. Through Senior Corps, AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve America programs, the Corporation is a catalyst for change and offers every American a chance to contribute through service and volunteering.
Program Accomplishments
Examples are not currently available.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Funds are used to operate a commission to oversee service programs.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
State governments, District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico may apply.
Beneficiary Eligibility
States will benefit.
Credentials/Documentation
None.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O.
12372.
Application Procedures
State commission administrative grant proposals must be submitted to the Corporation.
Award Procedures
For final procedures contact the Headquarters Office.
Deadlines
Contact the Corporation for deadline dates.
Authorization
National and Community Service Act of 1990, as amended.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
The range is from one to two months.
Appeals
None.
Renewals
Renewals are annual.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Cost-sharing is involved over time. The amount varies from year to year.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Time frames have not been established.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Financial status reports and reports of accomplishments are required.
Audits
Audit must be performed as required by the Law.
Records
Required records to will be spelled out in the individual grant.
Financial Information
Account Identification
95-2720-0-1-506.
Obigations
FY 07 $12,516,000; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
From $125,000 to $750,000.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
For detailed information contact the Headquarters Office.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
See the Corporation for National and Community Service's listing in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Headquarters Office
Corporation for National and Community Service, 1201 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20525. Telephone: (202) 606-6715.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Governors must request funding and work directly with the Corporation. For more details, contact the Corporation.
Social Entrepreneurship
Spotlight
Green Coworking Space Expands To Serve Denver’s Green Movement
The country’s first green coworking space, Green Spaces, is a hub for green and socially conscious businesses in Denver to work and connect with each other.
