Federal Project Grant Award Summary

Seniors In Service received a Project Grant of $189,628 awarded on June 24, 2026, from the Corporation for National and Community Service through the AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP, CFDA 94.002) to fund its 2026-27 program operations in Nevada. The award supports the organization's efforts to engage volunteers aged 55 and older in community service activities. Under this grant, Seniors In Service will deploy senior volunteers to provide tutoring and mentoring services to children, support workforce development and job-readiness training, assist vulnerable populations including homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities, and facilitate community engagement initiatives across Northern Nevada communities.

The grant carries a statutory match requirement of 10.0%, with Seniors In Service budgeting a match contribution of 55.83%, demonstrating organizational commitment beyond minimum requirements. The award period extends through March 31, 2029, and the organization is approved for pre-award costs beginning 30 days prior to the award date. This funding aligns with Seniors In Service's established mission of leveraging senior volunteer experience to address community needs across education, health, and social services sectors.