Program Descriptions
Program Number
94.003
Title
State Commissions
Federal Agency
CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Authorization
National and Community Service Act of 1990, as amended.
Status
Active
Objectives
To develop a State plan; to assist States in the application process; and to provide oversight of funded AmeriCorps programs within each State. The funds enable States to form a 15 to 25 member, independent, bipartisan commission appointed by a governor to implement service programs in their State.
Types of Assistance
Project Grants.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Funds are used to operate a commission to oversee service programs.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
State governments, District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico may apply.
Beneficiary Eligibility
States will benefit.
Credentials/Documentation
None.
Application and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
State commission administrative grant proposals must be submitted to the Corporation.
Award Procedure
For final procedures contact the Headquarters Office.
Deadlines
Contact the Corporation for deadline dates.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
The range is from one to two months.
Appeals
None.
Renewals
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Cost-sharing is involved over time. The amount varies from year to year.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Time frames have not been established.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Financial status reports and reports of accomplishments are required.
Audits
Audit must be performed as required by the Law.
Records
Required records to will be spelled out in the individual grant.
Financial Information
Account Identification
95-2720-0-1-506.
Obligations
FY 07 $12,516,000; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
From $125,000 to $750,000.
Program Accomplishments
Examples are not currently available.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
For detailed information contact the Headquarters Office.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
See the Corporation for National and Community Service's listing in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Headquarters Office
Corporation for National and Community Service, 1201 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20525. Telephone: (202) 606-6715.
Web Site Address
http://www.nationalservice.org
Related Programs
None.
Examples of Funded Projects
Funds are given to State commissions.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Governors must request funding and work directly with the Corporation. For more details, contact the Corporation.
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