AmeriCorps UOG
AmeriCorps UOG
AmeriCorps UOG
What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps is a network of national service programs that each take a different approach to improving lives and fostering civic engagement. Members commit their time to address critical community needs, like increasing academic achievement, mentoring youth, fighting poverty, sustaining national parks, preparing for disasters, and more.
As a member of AmeriCorps UOG, you will engage with high school students, college students, and members of the community to create awareness and provide assistance in the areas of:
- education
- environmental stewardship
- disaster preparedness
- economic opportunity
- capacity building (volunteerism)
AmeriCorps Guam – AmeriCorps Pledge
Being an AmeriCorps member is personally fulfilling as you will be helping people, strengthening communities, and simply getting things done.
Additionally, AmeriCorps provides valuable experiences that will enrich your character and enhance your perspectives, two things that will benefit you throughout your life and career.
It also has financial rewards! Membership also comes with a monthly living allowance of $528.00, and members who complete at least 900 hours of service receive a $3,172.50 scholarship award.
Application Process
Application cycles begin every summer for service in the following academic year. For the 2023-2024 academic year, applications are due on November 15, 2023.
Eligibility
Students and community members are eligible to apply for AmeriCorps if they meet the following eligibility requirements:
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
- At least 17 years old
- High school diploma
- Valid U.S. Social Security Number
- Able to serve 20 – 25 hours per week from Monday through Friday and an additional four hours on Saturdays
Applying
- Print the PDF application form, and visit Serve Guam Commission, 41 West Soledad Ave. GCIC Building, Suite 202 Hagatna to submit a hard copy OR
- Create a profile on the AmeriCorps website and apply online!
Additional required documents listed below can be emailed to americorpsuog@triton.uog.edu or sent via WhatsApp to (671) 735-2231.
- Social Security Card
- High School Diploma, GED, or transcripts to use the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award
- ONE of the following:
- US Passport OR
- US Birth Certificate with valid government photo ID OR
- Valid Lawful Permanent Resident Card/Green Card
Location
Our office is temporarily located at the GCIC building in Hagatna.
For assistance and more information, contact:
Masiwemai B. Charlene
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Librando Janine B. Marie
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Blesam Emang Harriencia
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