Las Vegas is expanding its AmeriCorps volunteer recruitment in east Las Vegas, using more than $770,000 in new grant funding to support youth-focused and community programs.
What\u2019s changing
Las Vegas plans to broaden its AmeriCorps volunteer work, with the added recruitment and service focused on youth and community programs. The expansion follows a new grant award to the city.
Grant funding
The city received more than $770,000 in new grant funding for the AmeriCorps expansion. The announcement did not break down how the money will be divided among specific programs.
Where the programs are expanding
The expansion is centered in east Las Vegas. City officials described the effort as supporting youth and community programs, but did not list individual sites or partner organizations in the announcement.
Who the effort is meant to support
AmeriCorps members are being recruited to support programs serving young people and broader neighborhood needs. Additional details about volunteer roles, eligibility or how residents can apply were not included in the initial announcement.
Key Facts
- Las Vegas is expanding its AmeriCorps programs in east Las Vegas.
- The city received more than $770,000 in new grant funding to support the expansion.
- The volunteer effort is aimed at youth and community programs.