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AmeriCorps is in the news across the country. Check out some of our latest media mentions. Please note: this is not a comprehensive list.
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AP: Volunteers came back to nonprofits in 2023, after the pandemic tanked participation

Thalia Beaty | Nov. 19, 2024

From foster grandparents who volunteer at an early child care center to citizen scientists who collect water quality data in remote locations, nonprofit volunteers have come back after the pandemic.

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Alternatives to a 4-Year College: What to Know

Cole Claybourn
US News | May 22, 2023

For many high school graduates, pursuing a four-year college degree remains the logical next step before starting a career. But there are plenty of alternatives, which may be a better path for some students. Read more on US News.

Over $1.6 Million to Aid West Virginia AmeriCorps Programs

Christian Meffert
WBOY 12 | May 20, 2023

$1,627,436 in AmeriCorps State and National funding will go to five West Virginia organizations to support AmeriCorps efforts in the state. Read more on WBOY 12.

Public Health Review: Post-Emergency Plans, AmeriCorps Investment

Public Health Review Morning Edition | May 11

The Public Health Review Morning Edition speaks with ASTHO CEO Mike Fraser and Maggie Davis, director of state health policy. The discussion covers public health adopting emergency measures into local statute and policies. The interview expands on systems addressing those continuing to suffer from COVID-19. Public Health AmeriCorps director AJ Pearlman discusses how the program builds up the the public health workforce. Listen at newscast.astho.org. 

FACT SHEET: Biden-⁠Harris Administration Announces New Initiative to Tackle Unsheltered Homelessness

White House Briefing Room | May 18

The Biden-Harris administration announced the launch of an ALL INside initiative to address unsheltered homelessness across the country. The goal aims to reduce homelessness 25 percent by 2025, building a country where every person has a safe and affordable home. Through the initiative, the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) and 19 federal member agencies, including AmeriCorps, will partner with state and local governments to strengthen and accelerate local efforts to get unsheltered people into homes in six places: Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Phoenix Metro, Seattle and the state of California. Read more on Whitehouse.gov. 

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