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Become a Project POWER AmeriCorps memnber

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Benefits

 Networking opportunities 

  • Serving with AmeriCorps allows individuals to connect with a wide range of nonprofit organizations, government agencies and other service-oriented individuals. 

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Community Impact 

  • AmeriCorps members help address critical needs in their communities making a lasting impact on the lives of others 

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Leadership Opportunities 

  • AmeriCorps members have the chance to take on leadership roles within their service site, further developing leadership skills and abilities 

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Lifelong Connections  

  • Serving with AmeriCorps creates lasting friendships and connections with fellow members, site supervisors, and community partners providing a strong support network even after the term of service has ended 

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Professional Development

Gain valuable skills and experience in areas such as Leadership, communication, project management and teamwork 

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  • CPR/First Aid/AED

  • Budgeting

  • Interview Bootcamp

  • Resume Building

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Clifton Strengths

“Through Project POWER, I've discovered a passion for addressing food insecurity. This journey has empowered me to make a meaningful difference in the WNC community and I'm excited to continue to work to end hunger as an employee with Bounty and Soul."

- Ellie, Project POWER AmeriCorps Member, Bounty and Soul

Member Expectations

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Full Time 

  • Monday-Friday-9:00am-5:00pm

  • 40 hours/week

  • 12 months

  • $27,000 Living Stipend

    • $2,250/month 

  • Health Insurance

  • Childcare assistance

  • SNAP 

  • $7,395 Segal Education Award

Art Class

Half Time

  • Schedule determined by Service Site

  • 20 hours/week

  • 12 months

  • $13,500 Living Stipend

    • $1,125/month 

  • $3,697.50  Segal Education Award

Contact Us

Cat Saunders

Project POWER Program Director catherines@childrenfirstbc.org

828-335-8247

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ProjectPOWER is funded by the N.C. Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service and the Corporation for National and Community Service. This material is based upon work supported by the CNCS under the AmeriCorps Grant. Opinions or points of view expressed in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of, or a position that is endorsed by, the Corporation or the AmeriCorps program.

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