Ending AmeriCorps takes wind out of community service

A federal program that helped Vermonters by providing nurturing and education for their kids, caring for their environment and encouragement for a sense of community has been summarily terminated.

Letter to the editor: Americorps cuts will deeply affect MALT funding

I am an AmeriCorps member working for the Middlebury Area Land Trust. On April 28 we received notice that all five Vermont AmeriCorps grants were terminated by the Trump Administration, effective immediately, and that members should pause service activiti … (read more)

Local grad serving in Americorps

NEW HAVEN — Sara Stearns of New Haven is currently serving with the National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC), a 10-month, full-time AmeriCorps program. Despite the unprecedented challenges posed in 2020, dedicated citizens continue to help communities, se … (read more)