Albion College AmeriCorps
Getting things done for Albion.
AmeriCorps is a national service program where you can make a real difference through community service. At Albion College, our AmeriCorps program lets you get involved in impactful projects like helping local schools, working on environmental initiatives, and supporting public health. Joining AmeriCorps is a fantastic way to grow personally and professionally while making a positive impact right here in our community!
Albion College AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps is a federally funded national service program designed to strengthen citizenship and the ethic of service by engaging thousands of Americans to help communities address their toughest challenges. When you serve with AmeriCorps, you join a network of more than 1 million strong!
Mission
The Albion College AmeriCorps program aims to instill civic responsibility, leadership, and social awareness in students through service projects focused on local community needs. By participating in these projects, students gain a deeper understanding of community challenges. The program seeks to inspire lifelong dedication to service and active citizenship, nurturing future leaders committed to fostering equity and sustainability.
How it works
The Albion College AmeriCorps program emphasizes personal and professional growth through volunteerism and experiential learning. Students apply to be members, and each year, 50 students are matched with local sites based on their passions, career goals, and skills. Members commit to a term of service where they complete a set number of volunteer service hours over a set period of time with one community partner. Members and community partners work together to solve problems and get things done for our community.
This program combines addressing community needs with hands-on experience that enhance skills, leadership, and purpose. Participants engage in immersive, collaborative initiatives that deepen their understanding of social issues beyond classroom learning. This approach fosters both effective community service and personal development, nurturing a lifelong dedication to service and social responsibility based on practical experience.
What is AmeriCorps?
Our Partners
AmeriCorps National
AmeriCorps is a federal program dedicated to community service, engaging over 250,000 volunteers annually who contribute more than 80 million hours of service. These volunteers work on a variety of projects across the country, from disaster relief and education support to environmental conservation and health services. Since its inception, AmeriCorps members have provided over 1.4 billion hours of service, making a substantial impact on communities nationwide. The Albion College AmeriCorps program is one of hundreds of AmeriCorps programs across the country and by joining, you are becoming a part of this incredible legacy of service.
The Michigan Community Service Commission
The Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) utilizes service as a strategy to tackle the state’s most pressing issues and empowers volunteers to strengthen communities. MCSC achieves this by securing and granting funds, selecting and training high-quality grantees, overseeing and monitoring grantee results, recognizing successful volunteer programs, developing resources, conducting research, and creating networks among volunteer organizations. Our Albion AmeriCorps program is supported and funded by MCSC, ensuring we have the resources and guidance needed to make a meaningful impact. By joining us, you’re contributing to a legacy of service and helping to build a brighter future for Michigan residents.