# Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/ac-08-28-26-fiscal-year-fy-2027-americorps-state-and-national/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363696

> AmeriCorps is offering grants to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments and tribes. Applications close on January 13, 2027.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | AC-08-28-26 |
| Agency | AmeriCorps |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | January 13, 2027 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | required |
| Assistance Listings | 94.006 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Special district governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- 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 Commission and/or States and US Territories

## 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 serve with organizations dedicated to the improvement of communities and those serving. AmeriCorps grants are awarded to eligible organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions to strengthen communities. An AmeriCorps member is a person who does community service through AmeriCorps. Members may receive a living allowance and other benefits. After successful completion of their service, members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award they can use to pay for higher education expenses or apply to qualified student loans.

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants?

AmeriCorps accepts 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) 2027 AmeriCorps State and National Competitive Grants?

Closes January 13, 2027 (74 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.