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AmeriCorps FY 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Grant Program

AmeriCorps is seeking applications for the FY 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service grant program to fund volunteer-driven community service projects nationwide. - Government Buyer: - AmeriCorps (federal agency) - OEMs and Vendors: - AmeriCorps is the sole funding entity; no commercial OEMs or vendors are specified - Products/Services Requested: - Funding for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service projects that mobilize volunteers to address community needs and honor Dr. King's legacy - No physical products or part numbers requested; focus is on service projects and volunteer engagement - Grants range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a one-year period - Projects must: - Mobilize volunteers, especially in underserved or economically disadvantaged areas - Promote ongoing volunteer engagement beyond MLK Day - Report on volunteer recruitment, training, and coordination - Register projects in a public registry - Applicants must provide a 70% match of the total program budget - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Highly competitive grant process - Eligible applicants include Indian Tribes, nonprofits, state service commissions, local governments, and educational institutions - Emphasis on measurable community impact and long-term volunteer engagement - Cost sharing/matching funds required (70% of total budget) - Place of Performance: - Projects will be performed in communities across the nation, with a focus on underserved and economically disadvantaged areas

Description

This funding opportunity is offered by AmeriCorps to support projects that mobilize Americans to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday as a day of service in communities. The goal is to encourage long-term commitment to community service and to address community issues through volunteer events. Eligible applicants include various government entities, nonprofits, and educational institutions. Awards are expected to range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a one-year period of performance, and applications are due by April 30, 2026.

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