This award funds the approved 2026?27 americorps formula award

The Corporation for National and Community Service Office of Grants Management awarded the Illinois Department of Human Services $8.862 million on September 1, 2026, under the AmeriCorps State and National program (CFDA 94.006). The award funds the 2026–27 AmeriCorps formula allocation, with a required non-federal match of 30 percent. No volunteer may enroll until assigned programs are added to the award and the volunteer enrollment period begins. The award runs through August 31, 2029, with place of performance in Illinois. AmeriCorps members serve with organizations dedicated to community improvement, engaging in evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions to strengthen communities. Members receive a living allowance and other benefits, and upon successful completion of service, earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award applicable to higher education expenses or qualified student loan repayment. The Illinois Department of Human Services, a division of the State of Illinois, administers a broad portfolio of federal human services and nutrition programs across 51 federal funding agencies, functioning as a prime recipient with minimal sub-recipient engagement. Grant recipients must maintain all financial and program records for three years from submission of the final Federal Financial Report, including receipts, disbursements, vouchers, time cards, contracts, personnel records, criminal history checks, and program execution documentation. All individuals receiving compensation through the AmeriCorps program must clear a National Service Criminal History Check, with records maintained within grant files.

No volunteer may enroll until assigned programs are added to the award and the volunteer enrollment period has begun. Your 2026?27 required match is 30%.