The City of El Paso, Texas was awarded a $614,702 Project Grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service under the AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 94.002 to provide volunteer-based services promoting healthy futures among area residents. An estimated 400 RSVP volunteers will deliver food security, wellness calls to reduce isolation among seniors, transportation assistance to allow independent living, and respite care services through March 2024. Ninety-seven volunteers will directly support national performance outcomes, while the remaining 303 will address other community priorities. The grant aligns with the city's strategic plan goal of nurturing a healthy, sustainable community. Total funding includes $96,500 from CNCS supplemented by $75,721 in local and $32,469 in state matching funds.
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