What are the other tangible benefits of service?
Education Award
$4,725.00 upon completion of the AmeriCorps service year. If a member leaves the program before completing the minimum 1700 hours of service the education award is completely forfeited. The award is paid by the National Service Trust and is sent to you in the form of a voucher approximately 4 weeks after you graduate from the program. You can then use this award to pay school expenses or pay off student loans.
Deferment of qualified student loans
The federal government will pay the interest on your qualified loans for the year you are in service with AmeriCorps.
Health Insurance ~Includes Dental and Prescription Coverage
In depth health insurance information is provided to members during preservice orientation. The coverage will begin on the first day of preservice training.
Food Stamps
AmeriCorps members are eligible for food stamp benefits. All the information you need to apply for these benefits will be provided during the preservice training.
