AmeriCorps Programs

The AmeriCorps Ohio College and Career Guides program places new college graduates into middle schools, high schools and community centers to help guide traditionally underserved young people to prepare for, access and complete a postsecondary degree or credential. The College and Career Guides are driven and highly-qualified,  and serve as role models for middle and high school students can relate, confide in and eventually emulate as they plan for their future and take constructive steps toward postsecondary education. Additionally, the College Now Mentoring Program is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps, receiving funding through the Volunteer Generation Fund.

AmeriCorps Ohio College and Career Guides undergo significant training and receive valuable professional development, networking opportunities and support with career and graduate school goals. Members serve full-time (over 1,700 hours across 11 months), and receive a modest living allowance, health insurance and an educational award upon completion of the full-time commitment.