AmeriCorps Member: Work in Progress

Description:

AmeriCorps is a National Service program for adults of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. It is sometimes referred to as the "domestic Peace Corps." AmeriCorps members help solve community problems related to education, public safety, the environment, human needs, and homeland security by serving at non-profit and faith-based organizations throughout the country.

Work in Progress AmeriCorps members commit to one year of service, September 4, 2007- August 31, 2008, within one of five nonprofits throughout the Twin Cities Metro area providing employment support to adults with disabilities or within welfare to work programs, or doing fun activities in the community with individuals who would otherwise face social isolation.

Receive a monthly living allowance, health insurance, loan forbearance and valuable training while you serve and an education award upon completion of your hours!

For questions, please contact Sonja Nyberg, snyberg@rise.org