AmeriCorps State and National is the largest of the AmeriCorps programs, and provides grants to local and national organizations and agencies, including faith-based and community organizations, higher education institutions, and public agencies. AmeriCorps State and National members engage in direct service activities, such as after-school tutoring, and capacity-building activities, such as volunteer recruitment, for the organizations they serve. Full-time members typically complete 1,700 hours of service over 10 months; these members additionally receive a living allowance, health benefits, and child care assistance during their term.
AmeriCorps members at Central AHEC are program coordinators of the CHSC and YHSC programs.
To apply to become a CT AHEC Network AmeriCorps Program Member complete an
application on the AmeriCorps Website, click here.