More money for public service jobs
Specifically, this federal funding will provide Rhode Island with additional flexibility and resources to boost living allowances for AmeriCorps members, stabilize Rhode Island’s AmeriCorps programs, and expand ServeRI opportunities over the next three years.
“This federal funding will provide a significant boost to community service efforts throughout Rhode Island. Through their dedication and sacrifice, AmeriCorps members help build stronger communities and I am glad Rhode Island is finally getting these additional American Rescue Plan funds to help AmeriCorps support its service members and expand its reach in the Ocean State,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee and a champion of AmeriCorps funding. “From education to conservation, this federal funding will help AmeriCorps members in Rhode Island tackle important challenges and make a positive difference.”
“AmeriCorps members and volunteers are on the front lines of helping their communities recover from the pandemic,” said Senator Whitehouse. “This American Rescue Plan funding will create more opportunities for Rhode Islanders to make a difference through national service.”
“AmeriCorps
members and volunteers are among the very best of us, and I’m so very grateful
for the selfless work they do to strengthen our communities and improve the
lives of Rhode Islanders every day,” said Rep. Langevin. “I’m proud that this
American Rescue Plan Act funding will help bolster ServeRI and those who devote
themselves to national service. As our state recovers from this pandemic, we
must ensure that our frontline organizations have the necessary resources to
continue serving our communities.”
“As we work to Build Back Better, it is imperative that we invest in national service programs, like AmeriCorps, to help the hardest-hit communities and organizations recover from the global pandemic,” said Rep. Cicilline. “This critical funding will help strengthen AmeriCorps in our state by expanding existing programs, increasing living allowances for members, and supplementing grantees. The AmeriCorps investment will encourage more Rhode Islanders to enter into national service to help tackle the challenges facing their communities.”
Administered
by the Rhode Island Department of Education, ServeRI is the Governor-appointed
Rhode Island Commission for National and Community Service, which awards
AmeriCorps grants to organizations responding to local needs, promotes Rhode
Islanders’ commitment to public service, and seeks to organize the collective
effort of volunteer and service opportunities across the state.
