McCollum Announces $2.3 Million to AmeriCorps VISTA projects in Fourth District
Eight Organizations in MN-04 Will Receive Grants to Benefit Our Community
Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) celebrated the announcement that $2,327,046 will be awarded to eight organizations in Minnesota's Fourth Congressional District to fund AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) projects:
"Minnesota leads the way in volunteerism, and I'm proud of the positive impact AmeriCorps VISTAs have made in our neighborhoods," Rep. McCollum said. "These federal funds will boost the capacity of eight fabulous local organizations to continue delivering vital services to strengthen our community – from increasing access to health care and nutrition, to supporting youth and improving literacy during this time of COVID. I'm proud to play an instrumental role in delivering these critical funds to our district as a member of the House Appropriations Committee."
BACKGROUND:
Created in 1965, AmeriCorps VISTA is a national service program designed to alleviate poverty in America. AmeriCorps VISTA members serve full-time for one year at non-profit organizations, schools, or local government agencies, multiplying their impact and building their capacity to carry out essential projects. AmeriCorps has made 12 AmeriCorps VISTA awards to organizations in Minnesota during the past quarter with an approximate value of the investment of $3,556,785. As a result of their service, the AmeriCorps members supported by these awards are eligible for up to $1,283,939 in Segal AmeriCorps Education Awards.
The list of organizations receiving AmeriCorps VISTA grants in MN-04 is as follows:
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