AmeriCorps, CNCS

Project STAR: Performance Measurement

lauran — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:20:38 -0500

Welcome to Project STAR Online!

Project STAR is a Corporation for National and Community Service sponsored technical assistance provider in performance measurement. We help set up national service program performance measurement systems and analyze the outputs and outcomes for program improvement.

For more information, please contact Project Star at 800-548-3656 or star@JBSinternational.com

Click on your national service program icon to access performance measurement assistance now!

Federal Financial Report (FFR)

corik — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:43:48 -0600

In January 2009, CNCS grantees will begin reporting financial data using the new Federal Financial Report (FFR). This will replace the Financial Status Report (FSR). The following materials will provide you with an overview of the new report:

Federal Financial Report (PDF)
View the new Federal Financial Report form and the general instructions for completing the form.

National Conference on Volunteering and Service, June 22-24, 2009 in San Francisco, CA

corik — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:13:02 -0500

Mark your calendars today to attend the world's largest gathering of volunteer and civic leaders next June in San Francisco, one of the most innovative and exciting cities in the world! Co-convened by HandsOn Network and the Corporation for National and Community Service, the annual event provides attendees with an opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired through a wide range of exciting and informative plenary sessions, workshops, special events, service projects, exhibits, specialized "tracks," and more. Past speakers have included Presidents George H.W. Bush and Jimmy Carter, Colin Powell, Representative John Lewis, Jon Bon Jovi, and many more. For more information and for highlights from Conference 2008, visit www.VolunteeringandService.org.

Spirit of Service Award Winners

corik — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:00:26 -0500

These annual awards recognize outstanding participants in each of the Corporation’s three main programs—Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and Learn and Serve America. This year, the Corporation and the Points of Light & Hands On Network are instituting a new corporate Spirit of Service Award honoring one company that embodies an ethic of service through its entire business enterprise, including a commitment to engaging employees, customers, and business peers in giving back as a core business practice. Read about the Senior Corps award recipients; AmeriCorps award recipients; and Learn and Serve Recipients Wendy Doromal, Nick Metrakos, and the seventh grade class at Monforton School.

AmeriCorps Week 2008 Video Contest Winners

corik — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:55:33 -0500

Winners were announced at the national conference in Atlanta (June 1-3) and are available for viewing at www.americorpscontest.org.

Monthly Feature March 2006: Tell the Story of National Service!

corik — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:17:28 -0500

Share the impact of national service with your funders, media, and community. The Corporation for National and Community Service has published the 2005–06 State Profiles. The profiles are snapshots of projects, participants, and funding in each state, based upon the data submitted by grantees. You can use these profiles in your own marketing efforts to demonstrate the scope, reach, and value of national service.

State Commission Resources

jennifermi — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:13:11 -0500

2008 Service Commission Executive Director’s Conference in Arlington, VA, September 22-24, 2008. Agenda and handouts from this conference about CNCS policies and initiatives.
State Commissions and Faith-Based and Community Organizations Online Course
An in-depth learning tool to help state commissions explore strategies in their fundamental roles of promoting community service and engaging citizens in volunteerism.

National Service Fellows Reports

lauran — Sat, 17 May 2008 23:36:27 -0500

Activity Guide to Inclusion of People with Disabilities (PDF)
After the Summit: Building Community Networks for America's Wealth (PDF)
AmeriCorps Organizational Networks on the Ground: Six Case Studies of Indiana AmeriCorps Programs (PDF)

Responding to Disasters: Policies and Procedures for National Service Programs Working with FEMA

pingv — Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:18 -0500

Describes the process that CNS programs should follow when they respond to presidentially declared disasters. Explains the procedures in the deployment process, identifies key individuals and their roles and responsibilities in disaster response, and provides information on restrictions and eligibility to participate. Includes an AmeriCorps Disaster Response PowerPoint presentation and Emergency Response Team handout, as well as the Community Inter-Agency Disaster Organization (CIDO) Guidance Manual.

This Is National Service

pingv — Tue, 13 May 2008 15:10:16 -0500

Presents an overview of national service. Provides footage of volunteers serving in a sheriff's department and in special education classrooms. Briefly outlines the functions of Learn and Serve America, Senior Corps, and AmeriCorps. 5 minutes.

Collaborative Workshops for Multi-Stream Training

maryh — Thu, 01 May 2008 17:43:08 -0500

With contributions by Bob Torvestad, Arkansas Corporation Field Director

WINTER 1997 (archived information - please note the date of publication)

eGrants Assistance and Coaching for AmeriCorps Programs

magdalenam — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:25:09 -0500

Using Centra to Play Tutorials: Basics

Getting the most out of your tutorial experience
You will need a sound card and a high-speed internet connection to watch these tutorials. Use a headset or ear-buds if your computer does not have speakers. Should you experience trouble viewing these tutorials, please call Centra Tech Support at 888-617-7499.

What's New

maryh — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:23:10 -0500

eGrants Assistance and Coaching for AmeriCorps*VISTA Programs

magdalenam — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:19:37 -0500

Need Help?

For inquires and training requests, please contact the eGrants Coaching Unit at 888-333-8272.

For general eGrants technical assistance (including account unlock and password reset), please contact the eGrants Help Desk at 888-677-7849.

For application content information, please refer to your appropriate application instructions or contact your Program/Grants Officer/Specialist.

Project TASC: State Commission Manual

ericam — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:54:30 -0500