National AmeriCorps Seniors Association

08/27/2026

Your August recess engagement doesn't have to end when the meeting, site visit, or community event is over.

Use the media to extend the impact of your AmeriCorps story. If a member of Congress is joining your program for a site visit or event, consider inviting local press to cover it. And if you can't get lawmakers or reporters to your program, you can still create an opportunity to share your story through an op-ed or letter to the editor.

Media coverage can help more people see the local impact of AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors, while reinforcing why continued federal investment in matters.

Voices has resources to help you get started:
🔹 FY27 Op-Ed Guide: https://bit.ly/VNSFY27Op-Ed
🔹 FY27 Letter to the Editor Guide: https://bit.ly/VNSFY27LTE

Look for one opportunity to use the media to amplify your AmeriCorps story this August recess.

08/25/2026

Reminder: As of August 31st, members will no longer have access to the newsletters, FGP/SCP and RSVP workshop links, calendar of events, etc. via Club Express.

To continue accessing member benefits, events, and resources, each member must create their own individual account on our new website. Please follow the steps below. (Please note: Unlike in the past, directors are no longer able to register on behalf of their staff. Each person must sign up individually.)

HOW TO CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT

1. Go to the website and click the "Join Today" tab. https://nacsatogether.wildapricot.org

2. Select "Basic NACSA Membership." (Please note that Alumni Membership is reserved for former or retired project staff only.)

3. Enter your email address and click Next.

4. Complete your membership form and click Next.

5. Choose your payment method:

• Invoice – if you are paying by check (the system will email you the invoice, or you can download it directly)

• Credit Card – if you prefer to pay online

6. Once you have completed the above steps, please check your email, including your spam/junk folder. You will receive your login information along with a temporary password. Please follow these instructions to log in.

To change your password after you have logged in with your temporary password there is an orange person at the top right, click on that and a pop up will show, select change password. You will need your temporary password to do this.

PLEASE NOTE: Your account will remain in pending status until payment is received. During this time, you will not have access to member-only pages or member-only event ticket types. However, you will still receive event announcements and email blasts.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Carmela LaCommare at [email protected].

08/24/2026

08/20/2026

RSVP Projects, the FY27 RSVP Competition NOFO just dropped https://www.americorps.gov/funding-opportunity/fy-2027-americorps-seniors-rsvp

08/20/2026

Another great chance to check out what our programs are doing to build up their communities.

08/18/2026

AmeriCorps has created a new consolidate single handbook for all four AmeriCorps Seniors Programs. You can find it here, and the new AmeriCorps website

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08/17/2026

Save the Date!

ASC's National Service Training is returning in 2027 on April 13-15th in St. Louis, MO and virtually on May 5-6th.

ASC's National Service Training is designed to equip professionals with the tools needed to effectively manage AmeriCorps and other volunteer-driven programs making a difference throughout the country.

Stay tuned for more updates by visiting https://www.nationalservicetraining.org/

08/14/2026

Love to see volunteer appreciation. Here is another chance to check out one of our amazing programs.

Volunteer Spotlight!
Thrifty's can't do what we do without the help of our volunteers. To honor these dedicated and amazing people we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU!
Our June Volunteer of the Month:
Hazel Wilson has been a steady joyful presence at Thrifty’s for 14 years. After moving from Wales in 2011, she befriended a Thrifty’s volunteer at church- a friendship that led her to start helping in the store’s linen area, where she still sorts sheets, blankets, towels, curtains, rugs and pillows every Monday (and often an extra day when she can).

Hazel says she volunteers for one simple reason: “the people”. She now carries on the work she once shared with her friend, who has since passed away, honoring their connection through her service. She also gives her time to the Estherville Garden Club.

Thrifty’s, owned by Hope Haven, depends on volunteers like Hazel to support its mission of helping others live fulfilling lives – and is always eager to welcome new volunteers. Thank you, Hazel, for your years of dedications and the heart you bring to Thrifty’s
💙 Interested in making a difference too? We're always looking for volunteers to join our team at Thrifty’s. Your time and talents help support Hope Haven's mission while serving our community.

08/12/2026

You don’t have to wait until you have a site visit planned to connect with your lawmakers. August recess is a great time for AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Seniors programs to request a district meeting, introduce their work, and share the local impact of .

Whether you meet with a member of Congress or their district staff, these conversations demonstrate how federal investments are creating stronger communities while laying the foundation for future engagement.

Before reaching out, check out our meeting guide for planning tips and an invitation template.

🔗 Explore the guide: https://bit.ly/AugRecessMeetings

08/10/2026

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