AmeriCorps Programs in Vermont 2023-2024
There are five AmeriCorps State Programs in Vermont, each with a different focus. Together, they provide the service opportunities that help make Vermont the #5 AmeriState for having so many AmeriCorps members per capita! In Vermont, we believe in service, and we love AmeriCorps! Take the time to check out these programs, one of them is perfect for you!
Environmental Careers and Opportunities AmeriCorps (ECO VT)
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation
1 National Life Drive, Davis 1
Montpelier, VT 05620
http://www.ecoamericorps.vermont.gov
ECO AmeriCorps is dedicated to helping communities address water quality and waste prevention issues. AmeriCorps members serve throughout Vermont implementing strategies to protect and improve water quality in the Lake Champlain watershed, and to prevent recyclable and compostable materials from entering our landfills. ECO AmeriCorps provides recent college graduates and opportunity to shape a lifelong career in environmental conservation, while immediately placing boots on the ground in a fight for clean water and waste reduction.
Lyndon Economic Opportunity AmeriCorps Program (LEAP)
Northern Vermont University - Lyndon Campus
1001 College Rd.
Lyndonville, VT 05851
http://www.leapinthenek.com
The Lyndon Economic opportunity AmeriCorps Program (LEAP) supports educational opportunities for youth in the Northeast Kingdom (Caledonia, Orleans, and Essex Counties). LEAP members serve at area nonprofit organizations delivering a variety of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) educational programming to youth from PreK through12th grade to improve childhood literacy, farm-to-school education, outdoor and natural sciences education, college preparation, and more.
Vermont Housing and Conservation Board AmeriCorps
Vermont Housing and Conservation Board
58 East State St.
Montpelier, VT 05602
http://www.vhcb.org/americorps/
Vermont Housing and Conservation Board AmeriCorps' dual goals are to create affordable housing opportunities while preserving the natural and working lands of Vermont. VHCB members provide housing placement and independent-living services, connect individuals and families with services to improve food access, and steward the natural environment to improve the ecosystem and increase access. VHCB members serve with community land trusts, homeownership centers, homeless shelters, and conservation organizations.
Vermont Youth Conservation Corps AmeriCorps
Vermont Youth Conservation Corps
1949 E. Main Street
Richmond, VT 05477-4420
http://www.vycc.org
Vermont Youth Conservation Corps offers youth from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds an effective learning experience to develop job skills and encourage personal growth. VYCC members work together in small groups, guided by leaders, to complete projects in conservation and agriculture, increasing food access, developing recreational resources, and improving and protecting natural resources.
Every Body Works AmeriCorps
ReSOURCE
329 Harvest Lane, Suite 200
Williston, VT 05495
http://www.resourcevt.org
ReSOURCE provides work readiness training to youth and adults with disabilities, and workforce development programs that lead to employment in Chittenden, Lamoille and Washington counties in Vermont.