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MCSC AmeriCorps VISTA Program
The Michigan Community Service Commission is accepting host site applications for the Resilience AmeriCorps VISTA program. The program can help organizations build capacity and develop strategies to improve the life outcomes of youth, adults and families through the state.
AmeriCorps project initiatives can include goals that support one or more of the following: youth development, youth service, education, economic opportunity, climate change, environmental justice, social justice, food security, veterans, disaster preparedness and response and access to health care.
Organizations can select to be a host site for 8 - 10 weeks during the summer.
Site Fee: None
Number of AmeriCorps members: May support 1 - 20+ members
Length of Service: 8 - 10 weeks continuous service
Service Type: Direct or capacity building service
Start Date: Begin in the months of May, June or July
Stipend: AmeriCorps members receive a stipend of $675 bi-weekly (federal taxes are withheld)
Education Award: Receive an education award of $1,300 OR $276 cash stipend
Application Link: Become an AmeriCorps VISTA Host Site
Application Deadline: March 24 (Applications will be reviewed as they are received. For extension request email Patrice Henderson at hendersonp1@michigan.gov)