America's Service Commissions

Applications for the 9/11 Day Grant Programs are now open! Applications close April 17, 2026 – Apply now to bring your project to life: 911day.org/grants/

With just one week until our 2026 National Service Training in Dallas, be sure to review our check-list and tips to be prepared for a successful learning experience!

Two weeks are left to register for National Service Training - Virtual. You won't want to miss our plenary speakers and workshop presentations! More info: bit.ly/4mdzYIn

Embodying our motto "uniting states in service" - state service commission leaders from Florida, Rhode Island, Iowa, and Massachusetts joined ASC TTA Manager Chad Driscoll on a Strengths Accelerator visit this week to learn alongside the South Carolina state service commission.

Happy #GlobalVolunteerMonth! We are excited to celebrate the incredible impact of people who dedicate their time, energy and hearts to making a difference. Learn more: pointsoflight.org/gvm

With the AmeriCorps State and National competitive deadline tomorrow, we are sharing this throwback of Kaira Esgate, CEO of ASC, from 2002 when she was on staff at California Volunteers. At the time hardcopies of applications had to be mailed to the federal agency.

Yesterday Points of Light is convened leaders bringing together research, insights & real-world expertise to define a clear path forward for expanding service nationwide. ASC is excited to see this community come together as we shape the path forward for volunteerism in the U.S.

It is #SocialPrescribingDay celebrating the people, organizations, and communities that make social prescribing happen. Thanks to our network of volunteer leaders who facilitate and volunteer opportunities and in turn improve patient health! Learn more: socialprescribingusa.com

Spotted this week in Washington, D.C. at the 2026 National Grants Management Association (NGMA) Annual Grants Training (AGT) are several state service commission staff presenting and learning best practices in grant management. #AGT2026 #NGMAAGT #GrantsManagement

We had a blast at the National Summit on Volunteer Engagement hosted by the Association for Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE)! It was great to connect with commission staff and commissioners & partners in national service and volunteerism.

The Notice of Funding Opportunity is now available for AmeriCorps State and National (ASN) Native Nations applicants with with a May 20 deadline. Learn more: bit.ly/FY26ASNNativeN…

#TBT to last week's #AmeriCorpsWeek2026! When Americans serve through AmeriCorps, everyone wins. Find AmeriCorps service opportunities bit.ly/3OZ0eto #AmeriCorpsWorks

It's time for a commissioner highlight! Today we recognize Celeste Brown, Project Manager, Foster Grandparent Program of SMPDD, who is a commissioner with Volunteer Mississippi, & serves on the ASC Board of Directors. bit.ly/4lCDKdR #AmeriCorps #StateService

For #DisasterResilience Awareness Month learn about role @AmeriCorps plays in disaster response in State Service Commissions & Disaster Services publication: bit.ly/4sNcGek & watch video on Bemiji storm response bit.ly/4bJTIj4 #AmeriCorpsWorks

Thanks to the Data Foundation for joining our network earlier this year to share about their new Evidence Act Hub. Learn more datafoundation.org/pages/evidence…

Happy #AmeriCorpsWeek! Check out #ServicinWI stories of 80+ @AmeriCorps members & @AmeriCorpsSr volunteers on The S-Files. To hear these uplifting stories, please visit: The S-Files Podcast: servewisconsin.transistor.fm Serve Wisconsin website - podcast servewisconsin.wi.gov/podcast

Although the Youth Mental Health Corps is just getting started, volunteers are making an impact across Virginia. The YMHC serve thousands of youths and young adults who face mental health challenges and builds “service-to-career” pathways for Virginians. #AmeriCorpsWeek

We extend a tremendous #AmeriThanks to the 1.3M AmeriCorps Volunteers that have served since 1994. Pictured state service commission executive directors & staff in at the 2026 Leadership Convening - all #AmeriCorpsAlums! #AmeriCorpsWorks #AmeriCorpsWeek #AmeriCorpsWeek2026

For #AmeriCorpsWeek we are spotlighting our very own Chad Driscoll, who has served as an AmeriCorps Volunteer, worked at both an AmeriCorps program and state service commission, and now supports the national service network. #AmeriCorpsWorks #AmeriCorpsWeek2026

ASC is proud to support Youth Mental Health Corps across the country. This work is powered by state service commissions, @AmeriCorps programs, & especially AmeriCorps Volunteers. Watch to learn more: instagram.com/reel/DVrI9S8kR… #AmeriCorpsWorks #AmeriCorpsWeek2026