Unite. Strengthen. Impact. Lead
AmeriCorps is a federal agency that focuses on volunteerism by bringing people together to serve communities. By improving lives and strengthening communities, more individuals are receiving assistance and access to the resources they need to thrive. Every year, AmeriCorps enrolls more than 200,000 people to serve organizations across our nation in order to address local communities' more pressing challenges. We are proud to partner with AmeriCorps since their focus on disaster relief, education, and health closely aligns with our mission.
This program serves all 15 counties within our service area: Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Gibson, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Madison, McNairy, and Weakley. We want to provide local organizations with the opportunity to become a host site and individuals with the opportunity to serve as AmeriCorps members.
Contact: For questions or to receive more information, contact Lisbon, AmeriCorps Program Director, at llopes@unitedway.tn.org.
Why Host an AmeriCorps Member?
Service Opportunity
AmeriCorps members are uniquely positioned to address critical needs across a wide range of areas, including literacy, health, housing, technology, and the environment. Our program will focus on education intervention opportunities. Their service will provide them with challenging and enriching career experiences, which encourages their professional development and contributes to a culture of diversity and civic engagement within the organization.
Efficient Solutions
AmeriCorps collaborates with both public and private organizations to ensure that efforts are informed and coordinated, avoiding redundancy and maximizing the impact of resources. This collaborative approach helps to create more efficient and effective solutions to the challenges faced by communities across the nation.
Network of AmeriCorps Contacts
The Site Supervisor is part of a vast network of AmeriCorps programs throughout the country. This network may be helpful in addressing questions related to the site’s AmeriCorps participation, as well as in more general questions related to your service activities.
Why Become an AmeriCorps Member?
Flexibility
UWWT AmeriCorps is perfect for students (part-time and full-time), recent graduates, and others seeking experience to start a career in a helping profession. Each service term consists of twelve months.
Education-Focused and Skills-Oriented
AmeriCorps is not a “job,” but a national service, leadership, and apprenticeship/training program. Members can develop leadership skills through a council of member leaders that advises the UWWT AmeriCorps Program. 20% of their term can be spent on training/professional development. Mentors are also available for support and guidance.
Generous Benefit
Members receive a bi-weekly living allowance, student loan forbearance, and an education award for tuition or loans. Full-time members also get health insurance and other benefits.
