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AmeriCorps NCCC
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AmeriCorps*NCCC (National Civilian Community Corps) is a 10-month full-time, team-based residential program for men and women ages 18-24 who serve in a region's local communities by meeting needs in the areas of: disaster preparation, response and recovery; environmental conservation; public safety; urban and rural development; and, education. Members respond to disasters, construct homes, develop trails in state and national parks, mentor youth, oversee emergency shelters, organize donations of food, clothing and other materials, lead volunteers and meet other needs identified by communities. Members receive CPR and First Aid training, room and board, valuable work experience and an education award of $5350 that can be used to pay tuition or student loans.
Learn about the impact of Americorps*NCCC in Virginia [PDF 281 KB].
