What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps is a national service program that
provides thousands of Americans of all ages and
backgrounds an opportunity to meet critical
community needs. At HFH GLA, AmeriCorps
members play an essential role in transforming
the lives of the families and individuals we
serve. AmeriCorps members are selected
from across the nation to commit to one year of
service. Our program allows members to
serve their community, learn new things, make
new friends and have fun!
Our
mission in conjunction with AmeriCorps is:
- to
provide low-income families with affordable
housing
- to
promote the wellness of the community and
the Nation
- to
provide a setting for growth and development
for AmeriCorps members
AmeriCorps Members currently serve in the
following positions:
- Construction Crew Member
- Faith & Community Relations
Coordinator
- Gift-In-Kind Coordinator
- ReStore Volunteer Coordinator
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Youth Programs Coordinator
To find out about the differences between
AmeriCorps National Direct and VISTA and for additional FAQ's about the AmeriCorps program, please
click
here.
Interested in serving as an AmeriCorps
member with HFH GLA?
Positions have been filled for
2010-2011. If you are interested in
serving for the 2011-2012 term, please check
back in the Spring of 2011 for application
information. Most positions start in late
August or early September. Please note
that acceptance into the program is subject to
official position approval, a background check
and applicant approval from Habitat for Humanity
International.
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