AC-01-30-26: Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of AmeriCorps notices from 2026.
AmeriCorps offered grants to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. Applications closed on March 26, 2026.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed January 30, 2026. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award amountsNot given on Grants.gov
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeGrant
Other notices with this title
| Notice | Posted | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC-08-20-2026 | August 20, 2026 | Closed October 20, 2026 | Closed |
| AC-07-15-24 | July 15, 2024 | Closed September 25, 2024 | Closed |
Key dates
| Posted | January 30, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | March 26, 2026 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | April 25, 2026 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes.
All 10 applicant types the notice lists
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
State Service Commision and/or States and US TerritoriesFor the category of private institutions of higher education, only non-profit institutions of higher education are eligible.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Most of the program's money (76% over five years) went to nonprofits.
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
AmeriCorps improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. AmeriCorps brings people together to tackle some of the country’s most pressing challenges through national service and volunteerism. AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serve with organizations dedicated to the improvement of communities and those serving. AmeriCorps helps make service a cornerstone of our national culture. This funding announcement is an opportunity for communities to apply for funding to engage adults ages 55 and older in tackling the community’s most pressing needs through the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program. This is an open competition across all states and territories.
Who has won AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 94.002 grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 94.002 (94.002) awarded $242 million across 1,228 grant awards, an average of $197,326 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Department on Aging | Iowa | 3 | $3.6 million |
| Community Service Society of New York | New York | 3 | $3.6 million |
| Oasis Institute | Missouri | 11 | $3.3 million |
| Diakon Child Family & Community Ministries | Pennsylvania | 6 | $2.2 million |
| La Works | California | 3 | $2.2 million |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is AC-01-30-26 still open?
No. It closed on March 26, 2026.
Who can apply for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition?
AmeriCorps accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Competition?
Closed March 26, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
Who has won AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 94.002 grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Iowa Department on Aging, Community Service Society of New York, Oasis Institute. The program made 1,228 awards worth $242 million in that time.
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