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What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps Volunteers get things done by serving their communities and helping address critical local needs. Through BGCMC’s Elementary School Literacy Program, Members provide hands-on literacy support to K–5 students during after-school programming. AmeriCorps Volunteers receive a living allowance, training, professional development, and are eligible for health insurance benefits. Upon successful completion of service, AmeriCorps Volunteers earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award.
Through BGCMC’s Elementary School Literacy Program, AmeriCorps Volunteers serve at four Club locations throughout Martin County, helping K–5 students build stronger reading and language arts skills. Volunteers provide small-group and individualized literacy support during after-school programming, delivering engaging enrichment activities that reinforce foundational skills, increase confidence, and support improved educational outcomes.
What are you waiting for?
Stop talking about the problem and be part of the solution!
Join BGCMC AmeriCorps and inspire the future!
AmeriCorps is an Opportunity
AmeriCorps is an Experience
AmeriCorps Offers Tangible Benefits
Most AmeriCorps Volunteers receive student loan deferment, training, a living allowance, and health insurance. After you complete your term of service, you will also receive a Segal Americorps Education Award to help pay for college graduate school, vocational training, or to repay student loans.
Ensure you are eligible:
AmeriCorps Volunteers must be at least 17 years of age, must be a U.S. citizen, must have a high school diploma (or be willing to work toward one), and be able to commit to at least one year of service. If you are accepted, you will need to provide a birth certificate or other information documenting your age and citizenship. AmeriCorps Volunteers serving vulnerable populations such as youth or seniors must be able to pass local, state, and national background checks.
