The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), on behalf of the Commission on National and Community Service, is soliciting applications for the 2025-2026 AmeriCorps Competitive grant funding. This funding is intended to support AmeriCorps programs that serve exclusively within New York State, addressing state and local needs through service projects and community involvement. Proposals must adhere to AmeriCorps and OCFS guidelines, comply with state and federal regulations, and support OCFS’s mission and priorities.

Eligible Activities: Programs funded under this RFP should focus on areas such as community services, education, environmental conservation, and public health. All programs must be based within New York and serve the state’s residents; applications for programs extending beyond state borders should instead apply through AmeriCorps’ national RFP.

Application Details:

Due Date: December 16, 2024
Funding Source: AmeriCorps national service funding
Contract Term: August 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028
Selection Process: Applications are first reviewed by OCFS for minimum qualification compliance. The Commission then assesses applications and submits funding recommendations to AmeriCorps, which makes the final funding decisions. There is no appeal process for award decisions made by AmeriCorps.

Contact Information: Primary Contact: AmeriCorps Unit, Office of National and Community Service, OCFS

Email: americorpsrfp@ocfs.ny.gov
Phone: 518-486-7224
Applicants should prepare proposals that align with the specific guidelines outlined in the RFP and submit all required forms and documents by the deadline. Full proposal details are available on the OCFS website and AmeriCorps’ national website.