Request for Applications & Reviewers – AmeriCorps 2026–27 Competitive Grants

We’re excited to share the latest opportunities to get involved with service and volunteerism in Massachusetts. Whether you’re interested in hosting a program or helping evaluate grant applications, there’s a way for you to contribute to service and community impact.

Read on to learn more about the 2026–27 Competitive Grants and how you can participate!

📢 Request for Applications

Interested in hosting an AmeriCorps program in Massachusetts?

The Massachusetts Service Alliance is now accepting applications for the 2026–27 AmeriCorps Competitive Grant year.

🗓 Deadline: Applications must be received no later than 2:00 PM EST on October 8, 2025.

➡️ Learn more and apply here.

🙌 Request for Community Reviewers

MSA is seeking Community Grant Reviewers to help with the AmeriCorps Competitive Grants process.
Community Reviewers:

• Help determine which organizations are invited to host AmeriCorps programs in Massachusetts
• Provide critical feedback to applicants

Reviewer Commitment:

• Read & review grants during the week of October 13th
• Attend a 1.5-hour live, virtual session on Monday, October 20th (4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EST)

➡️ Learn more and apply to be a Reviewer here.

📧 Questions?

For questions about the Competitive Grants Process or Community Review, please email: ACQuestions@Mass-service.org

We look forward to hearing from you!