We are pleased to announce our 2026-2027availability and application information.
- Our 2026-2027 Request for Proposals (RFP) includes an overview of the AmeriCorps NCCC program and our upcoming available dates and application deadlines.
- To submit, email your complete Service Project Application materials to NCCCProjectApplications@AmeriCorps.gov by the appropriate due date.
- Please consolidate your application into as few attachments as possible.
- Your full application should include, at minimum, (1) the completed and signed application itself, (2) an orientation agenda, (3) a training plan, and (4) a work plan.
We plan to host Application Webinars leading up to due dates. Webinars will cover an overview of AmeriCorps NCCC, recent updates and changes, training & technical assistance for completing the application, and time for Q&A. If you are considering applying by April 23 – the first set of project dates in our RFP – we encourage you to attend. Both webinars will cover the same content, and we will provide a recording to everyone who registers.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 12:00 pm PT | 1:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm ET. Register Here
Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 8:00 am PT | 9:00 am MT | 10:00 am CT | 11:00 am ET. Register Here
If you know of other organizations or communities who may be interested in applying, please share this email with them. AmeriCorps NCCC strengthens communities and develops leaders by deploying teams of 8-12 young adults to address critical community needs. We partner with nonprofit organizations (faith-based & community-based), government entities (federal, state, and local), public schools and universities, and Native American tribal councils. There is no fee for service.
| Request for Proposals (RFP) Dates 2026-2027 | ||
| App Cycle | App Due Date | Available Service Dates* |
| 1 | Apr 23, 2026 | Aug 4 – Sep 23, 2026 |
| 2 | May 27, 2026 | Sep 15 – Dec 16, 2026 |
| Sep 15 – Oct 27, 2026 | ||
| Sep 23 – Nov 15, 2026 | ||
| Oct 27 – Dec 16, 2026 | ||
| 3 | Sep 17, 2026 | Jan 7 – Apr 18, 2027** |
| Jan 7 – Feb 25, 2027 | ||
| Feb 25 – Apr 18, 2027** | ||
| 4 | Jan 12, 2027 | Apr 22 – Jun 20, 2027 |
*Available Service Dates are subject to change and include a team’s travel time to or from the project.
** Partners to extend lodging for teams Apr 19-22, 2027, so AmeriCorps NCCC staff can deliver virtual training.
Key Documents to Apply
Please use the links to current application documents as many have been recently updated.
- 2026-2027 Request for Proposals (RFP)
- Instructions for Service Project Application
- Service Project Application
- Each narrative has several questions which are covered in the Instructions (starting on page 11). Please be as detailed as possible and assume the reader is unfamiliar with your organization and project, even if you are a returning partner (e.g. – who you are, what you do, what an AmeriCorps NCCC team would assist with, etc.).
- You may provide a clearly labeled attachment for the narrative responses and multiple narratives may be included in the same attachment, along with other supporting documentation.
- Housing Guidelines
- Templates
- Orientation Agenda, Training Plan, and Lodging/Worksite photos
- Work Plans This is a .zip file with template calendars for each available timeframe. You may select the appropriate one for the timeframe you are considering.
Application Cycle Considerations
- If you have flexibility within an RFP application cycle, note this flexibility in your application and prepare your application for your preferred set of project dates.
- If you are considering requesting a team in multiple RFP application cycles, submit a separate application for each cycle by the appropriate due date.
- If you have priority considerations (e.g. you intend to request both a spring and fall team in RFP application cycles 2 and 3, with spring being your priority), note those considerations in your applications.
If you have questions or want to talk through an idea, please email us (ncccprojectapplications@americorps.gov). We are happy to assist. If you would prefer not to receive these emails just let us know.
Have a wonderful day!
Alana, Jarrad, Jeff, and Jordan
Assistant Program Directors, AmeriCorps NCCC
ncccprojectapplications@americorps.gov
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We celebrate the fact that an AmeriCorps NCCC team was able to work with both the Antietam Valley Long-Term Recovery Group and the Ida recovery part of SEPA VOAD. The group was sponsored by PAVOAD.
WFMZ-TV, Allentown produced this story about the team’s work in Berks County – https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/americorps-volunteers-help-make-repairs-to-homes-damaged-by-2023-flash-floods/article_96d49632-043f-11f0-a21a-6f49faf824f3.html
WHYY-TV, Philadelphia, produced a story about the impact of the team’s early departure – https://whyy.org/articles/trump-americorps-cuts-delay-philadelphia-storm-recovery-projects/
In May National VOAD awarded the AmeriCorps program the Partner of the Year Award for the impact that the program has had over the years. Here in Pennsylvania the NCCC Team impacted not only the survivors with whom they worked but the whole community.
Pictured is the NCCC team with Antietam Valley Long Term Recovery Group members and volunteers from St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Birdsboro, who provided lunch.
How did AmeriCorps NCCC assist communities?
Example tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Disaster: recovery such as clearing/repairing homes after flooding or repairing trail systems after a wildfire; coordinating volunteers; packing/preparing/distributing disaster kits and educational materials; and other disaster preparedness or mitigation activities.
- Urban and Rural Development: affordable housing construction and improvement; blight removal and neighborhood revitalization; supporting youth development in school/afterschool/summer programs; assisting with tax preparation; and supporting food security.
- Energy Conservation: weatherizing homes; assisting with modifications to homes and public facilities.
- Infrastructure Improvement: constructing wheelchair ramps and boardwalks, improving public infrastructure such as fairgrounds, public campsites, picnic areas, and playgrounds; and enhancing public spaces.
- Environmental Stewardship and Conservation: trail construction; water and land management; increasing access to recreation; prescribed fire; and planting trees.
And much, much more…
Who are AmeriCorps NCCC teams?
AmeriCorps NCCC teams typically consist of 8-12 young adults aged 18-26, including a team leader. Members apply and are selected to serve from across the country and represent a wide variety of backgrounds/experience. During their 10 months of service, teams serve full time in communities on projects for typically 6-8 week timeframes although shorter periods are possible. AmeriCorps NCCC provides basic support for teams and requests partners provide a place to sleep and shower along with providing kitchen facilities or assistance with meals. Partners also provide project supplies and materials, technical support and direction, and a schedule of work.