Individual grant

Apply for AmeriCorps Segal Education Award

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Max award

$7,395

Deadline

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Agency

AmeriCorps

Source

federal funding

What this application should emphasize

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Explain your need clearly and connect the grant to a specific, realistic next step.
Include proof of eligibility, timeline, and the result the funding will make possible.
Must complete an approved AmeriCorps service term (minimum 300 hours for part-time; 1,700 hours for full-time)
Must be at least 17 years old to serve; must be 17 or older at start of service but award can be transferred to a child

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Government-issued photo ID proving age and citizenship status

Social Security card

Official high school diploma or GED certificate (for full-time AmeriCorps State & National programs)

Background check documentation (initiated by the AmeriCorps program)

My AmeriCorps online account setup at my.americorps.gov to claim the award after completing service

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