AmeriCorps Program
Develop Leadership Skills Through Service
Join the AmeriCorps Program at the Food Bank. Serve your community while developing professional and personal leadership skills.
Serve with Purpose
The AmeriCorps program is for community-driven individuals ready to make a difference and gain valuable non-profit work experience.
Our AmeriCorps Program combines hands-on service, formal training, and leadership opportunities. Our program is supported by a grant from the Volunteer Louisiana Commission of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
What is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps is a federal agency that connects individuals and organizations to address the nation's challenges through service and volunteering.
Volunteer Louisiana, housed in the Office of the Lt. Governor, oversees AmeriCorps state programs, prioritizing and awarding grants to local organizations to meet critical needs.
About AmeriCorps at the Food Bank
As an AmeriCorps Volunteer, you'll play an essential role in addressing food insecurity across Central Louisiana through the Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry Program. Volunteers actively engage in key operational tasks directly assisting with food distribution, service referrals, participant intake, relationship management, and more.
“In my experience serving here at the Food Bank, I had a great period of self-growth. I’ll always remember how it feels to directly help the community: rewarding. Sometimes, when things get really busy at the warehouse, I would feel stressed. But persevering and thinking of the greater good made it all well worth it. Serving here pushed me out of my comfort zone, which allowed me to grow as a person. Becoming a member of AmeriCorps was one of the best things I have done in my life. ”
Program Benefits for AmeriCorps Volunteers
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Living Allowance, to cover basic expenses during the term of service
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Education Award, which can be used for student loans or future tuition costs
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Loan Deferment, for most federally guaranteed student loans
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Professional Development, transferrable skills and training
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Connections to employer networks
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Alumni Network, to connect with others who have served
Ready to serve with us?
Applying is easy. Fill out the interest form below, and our AmeriCorps Program Supervisor will reach out to you within 1-3 business days.
Requirements for Service
High School Diploma or GED; or working toward HS credential
Must be at least 17 years of age at the start of service term
Applicants must undergo a criminal background check and drug screening
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