About AmeriCorps
What Is IPHA AmeriCorps?
The Illinois Public Health AmeriCorps Program serves as a valuable link in
building a strong public health workforce in Illinois - a core component of
the Association’s mission. This opportunity to mentor individuals into the
field of public health and human services is a logical and appropriate role
for the Association. Those members recruited for the program will receive
extensive orientation, mentoring, and guidance in exploring the public health
field as a career – and potentially working within Illinois communities.
Our Mission
To strengthen the field of public health through the
development of skilled and committed leaders.
Our Goals
- Support local public health activities
- Promote community awareness
- Engage volunteers
Americorps
Since 1994, more than 75,000 men and women have served each year in AmeriCorps,
providing needed assistance to millions of Americans to meet critical needs in
education, public safety, health, homeland security, and the environment.
AmeriCorps members serve through nonprofits, public agencies, and faith-based
organizations, helping to build a culture of citizenship, service, and responsibility.
After successful completion of their term of service, AmeriCorps members earn a
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award that can be used to pay for college or graduate
school at Title IV schools, or to repay qualified student loans. Fulltime
AmeriCorps members also receive a modest living allowance, health care benefits,
and child care assistance.
For additional information visit americorps.gov
Corporation for National and Community Service
In 1993, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) was established.
The CNCS was created to connect Americans of all ages and backgrounds with opportunities
to give back to their communities and their nation. It merged the work and staffs of two
predecessor agencies, ACTION and the Commission on National and Community Service.
At its inception, CNCS was directed to manage three main programs:
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The newly created Senior Corps, which incorporated the longstanding Foster
Grandparents, RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program), and Senior Companion programs;
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The newly created AmeriCorps, which incorporated the longstanding VISTA,
the new National Civilian Community Corps programs, and the full-time demonstration
program that had been established under the 1990 Act; and
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Learn and Serve America, formerly known as Serve America.
The CNCS is part of our nation's history of commitment to building a culture of
citizenship, service, and responsibility. View a more detailed history of the
federal government efforts to support volunteering and community service by
visiting nationalservice.gov