Volunteer Opportunity Details:
| Last updated on May 12, 2009 |
AmeriCorps is a national and community service organization described as a domestic Peace Corps.
Our program, YES AmeriCorps, runs from September through July. Fulltime and halftime members make a commitment for the entire 11 months.
NOW RECRUITING FOR OUR 2008-09 PROGRAM YEAR -
Fulltime members commit to completing 1700 hours (approximately 40 hours per week) and receive a $11,900 living allowance, healthcare, and may be eligible for childcare. Member can put their qualified student loans into forbearance for their term of service. Upon successful completion, fulltime members receive a $4,725 education award to be used to pay on qualified student loans or for attending a Title IV School. Members have 7 years to use the education award.
Halftime members commit to completing 900 hours (approximately 20 hours per week) and receive a $5,981 living allowance. Member can put their qualified student loans into forbearance for their term of service. Upon successful completion, halftime members receive a $2362.50 education award to be used to pay on qualified student loans or for attending a Title IV School. Members have 7 years to use the education award.
QUARTER-TIME AND MINIMUM-TIME POSITIONS -
Other opportunities available for student teachers, student interns and community volunteers for $1,250 or $1,000 education awards upon successful completion.
ELIGIBILITY - Minimum requirements for membership are as follows:
At least 17 years of age
Earned a high school diploma or equivalent
Must be a United States citizen, United States national or lawful permanent resident of the United States
This opportunity is sponsored by: YES AmeriCorps
This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adults (26-54) |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
| Adults (55+) |
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Address:
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Workforce Connections, Inc.La Crosse, WI 54601(See a map) |
Directions:
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AmeriCorps Headquarters
402 North 8th St., 3rd floor
La Crosse, WI 54601
YES AmeriCorps is a multi-site program. Members serve in approximately 30 sites throughout west central Wisconsin, most are in La Crosse and near MTU routes.
Nearest Bus Stop: 1 block, 5 minute walk |
Web Site: http://www.workforceconnections.org
| Last updated on May 12, 2009 |
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