AmeriCorps Seniors

New York's PSS to Recognize Trailblazing Geriatrician Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, NYC's Department for the Aging and CaringKind at Annual Awards Presentation, May 9

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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NEW YORK , March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PSS (www.pssusa.org), a multi-service nonprofit agency that has served older New Yorkers and their families for more than 60 years, today named three champions in the field of aging whose work will be celebrated at its annual PSS Honors event at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in Manhattan on Thursday evening, May 9:

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  • The eighth annual Circle of Care Award, for excellence in dementia treatment, salutes CaringKind for breaking new ground in Alzheimer's caregiving.
  • The organization partners with PSS's Circle of Care program, which provides assistance and respite to family caregivers.
  • CaringKind President and CEO Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh will accept on behalf of the agency.
  • The award stems from the PSS "Coming of Age" program, which inspires people 50 and older to live with passion and purpose.

AmeriCorps Week 2024: Celebrate Millions of Americans Who Answered the Call to Service

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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Washington, DC, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC— March 10-16, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, celebrates AmeriCorps Week , a week-long celebration observed during AmeriCorps 30th Anniversary, recognizing AmeriCorps programs and offers thanks to millions of members and volunteers for uniting in service.

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  • Washington, DC, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, DC— March 10-16, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, celebrates AmeriCorps Week , a week-long celebration observed during AmeriCorps 30th Anniversary, recognizing AmeriCorps programs and offers thanks to millions of members and volunteers for uniting in service.
  • In September 2023, AmeriCorps celebrated the 30th anniversary of President Bill Clinton signing the National and Community Trust Act to establish AmeriCorps.
  • "For thirty years, AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers have been a vital resource for communities and families in greatest need,” said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.
  • This AmeriCorps Week, AmeriCorps celebrates the millions of Americans ages 18 and older, who have served with AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs.

Rural and Tribal Service Highlighted During Trip to Alaska

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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I was honored to engage with Alaska's diverse communities during my visit and explore new ways to grow the impact of community service across Alaska."

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  • I was honored to engage with Alaska's diverse communities during my visit and explore new ways to grow the impact of community service across Alaska."
  • In Anchorage, the delegation met with RurAL CAP’s Elder Mentors , an AmeriCorps Seniors program focusing on language revitalization in Alaska Native communities across Alaska.
  • While in Scammon Bay, the delegation met with tribal leaders and AmeriCorps member Abe, serving with the RurAL CAP Resilient Alaska Youth program .
  • "On behalf of the State of Alaska, I'm grateful for the work done by those serving in AmeriCorps through Serve Alaska."

AmeriCorps Announces Millions in Funding for Student Conservation Association, CEO Celebrates Members and Volunteers Who Serve Others

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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The footprint represents more than 53,000 AmeriCorps members and volunteers, serving in more than 5,500 locations across the four states Smith visited.

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  • The footprint represents more than 53,000 AmeriCorps members and volunteers, serving in more than 5,500 locations across the four states Smith visited.
  • “Our country’s strength is built upon remarkable individuals that answer the call to serve,” said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.
  • We’re proud that each year we serve more than 245,000 military families, and that 15,000 veterans serve as AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers.
  • Each year, the agency places more than 200,000 AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers in intensive service roles; and empowers millions more to serve as long-term, short-term, or one-time volunteers.

Low-Income Americans Receive Record $84 Million in Tax Relief in Nationwide AmeriCorps Effort

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Friday, July 21, 2023
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Last tax season, members assisted families across the country with tax preparation, including child tax credit, earned income tax credit and dependent care tax credit claims.

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  • Last tax season, members assisted families across the country with tax preparation, including child tax credit, earned income tax credit and dependent care tax credit claims.
  • During the 2023 tax season, members helped to return nearly $15 million to local communities through tax returns.
  • AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP tax preparation programs activated 1,890 volunteers this tax season to help more than 100,000 Americans.
  • “AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers provided invaluable tax preparation assistance to more than 101,000 Americans in need help during the 2023 tax season,” said Atalaya Sergi, director, AmeriCorps Seniors.

Military Veterans and Family Members Awarded President’s Volunteer Service Awards

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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The awardees comprised six military veterans, two military family members and one support dog, who received a recognition of service certificate.

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  • The awardees comprised six military veterans, two military family members and one support dog, who received a recognition of service certificate.
  • Military veterans make up a significant pool of AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, with nearly 15,000 veterans continuing their service to the country nationwide.
  • Carol Coyle, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer and military veteran family member, serves at Mystic and Groton Veteran Coffeehouses.
  • Peter Kulas, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer and military veteran family member, serves at New London Veterans Coffeehouse.

AmeriCorps Invests More Than $7 Million to Advance Equity and Opportunity for American Indians and Alaska Natives

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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These investments continue AmeriCorps’ commitment to partnering with American Indian and Alaska Native tribes and tribal organizations.

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  • These investments continue AmeriCorps’ commitment to partnering with American Indian and Alaska Native tribes and tribal organizations.
  • The grantees address critical issues to native and indigenous communities, leveraging a long history and culture of service.
  • These investments are also part of President Biden’s larger commitment to advance equity and opportunity for American Indians and Alaska Natives, and help tribal nations overcome new and long-standing challenges.
  • In addition to the grant funding, AmeriCorps’ investment in education awards for those completing their term of service totals $927,378.

AmeriCorps CEO Presents Award Honoring 30 Years of Distinguished Service

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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Smith presented Copeland with a Distinguished Service Award, including a framed letter he signed and keepsake AmeriCorps CEO Challenge Coin, in a public ceremony at McLennan Community College.

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  • Smith presented Copeland with a Distinguished Service Award, including a framed letter he signed and keepsake AmeriCorps CEO Challenge Coin, in a public ceremony at McLennan Community College.
  • “The AmeriCorps CEO Challenge Coin Award honors dedicated individuals who serve their communities, make service possible for others, and are committed to the betterment of local communities and people in need,” said AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith.
  • The AmeriCorps CEO Challenge Coin borrows from military tradition, where challenge coins honor tours of duty and exceptional performance, highlighting loyalty and service.
  • AmeriCorps offers opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds to be a part of the national service community, grow personally and professionally, and receive benefits for their service.

AmeriCorps Invests $5 Million to Support Older American Workforce Development

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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Designed to be sustainable and replicable, these programs are intended to extend beyond the period of AmeriCorps grant funding.

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  • Designed to be sustainable and replicable, these programs are intended to extend beyond the period of AmeriCorps grant funding.
  • The programs support AmeriCorps Seniors’ commitment to funding programs that achieve sustainable change in communities and align with the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusivity and accessibility.
  • This year’s grants were co-funded by Public Health AmeriCorps, a partnership between AmeriCorps and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention .
  • AmeriCorps continues to invest in national service across all 50 states and US territories, support the nation’s COVID-19 recovery, support economic empowerment, and unite people through national and community service.

AmeriCorps Honors Volunteers during Older Americans Month

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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Washington, DC, May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Each May, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, celebrates older adults as part of National Older Americans Month and the positive impacts they make possible.

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  • Washington, DC, May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Each May, AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, celebrates older adults as part of National Older Americans Month and the positive impacts they make possible.
  • Every year, hundreds of thousands of the AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers pledge to “get things done” through national service programs.
  • “AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serving in the Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions, and RSVP programs make incredible, lasting impact in their communities,” said AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith.
  • Join with AmeriCorps this Older Americans Month and recognize the commitment of the thousands of Americans who have chosen to give back through national service and encourage others to follow in their footsteps.