Federal Grant Award Summary

The Corporation for National and Community Service's Office of Grants Management awarded Egyptian Area Agency On Aging Inc. a $215,352 Project Grant on June 24, 2026, under the AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP, CFDA 94.002). This award funds the organization's 2026-27 RSVP initiative through March 31, 2029, and supports the recruitment, coordination, and management of senior volunteers ages 55 and older in Southern Illinois to address community needs. The statutory match requirement of 10 percent is exceeded by the organization's budgeted match of 34.29%, demonstrating strong local commitment to the program.

Under this award, Egyptian Area Agency On Aging Inc. mobilizes RSVP volunteers to deliver essential community services including meal delivery, health education, youth mentoring, and support for vulnerable populations such as seniors, veterans, and children. The organization's RSVP volunteers work flexibly—from a few hours to 40 hours weekly—to meet diverse community priorities. This award builds on the organization's prior RSVP success, including a previous $155,941 grant (July 2023–March 2026) that engaged volunteers in comparable service activities. The award is approved for pre-award costs beginning 30 days prior to the official award date.