Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
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Recruitment Forms
| National Recruitment Process | Word  |
|---|---|
| Newsletter Blurb | Word |
| Presentation Script | Word |
| Recruit Flyer (sample) | Word |
| Recruitment Informational Outline | Word |
| Recruit Postcard (sample) | Word |
| Recruit Prospect Email (sample) | Word |
| Recruitment Strategies | Word |
| Recruitment To Do List | Word |
| Interview Questions (sample) | Word |
| Interview Rating Form | Word |
| Recruitment Training Agenda | Word |
Member Enrollment & Tracking Forms
| AmeriCorps Member Contract | Word  |
|---|---|
| 10-11 VIP Member Timesheet | Excel  |
| VIP Timesheet Breakdown | Word |
| AmeriCorps Time Off Request Form | Word |
| AmeriCorps Background Documentation | Word |
| Benefits Accept/Decline Form | Word |
| AmeriCorps Enrollment Form | PDF |
| AmeriCorps Evaluation Form | Word |
| AmeriCorps Exit Form | PDF |
| AmeriCorps Materials Request | PDF |
| AmeriCorps Reference | PDF |
| AmeriCorps Reference - editable | Word |
| Acceptance Eligibility | Word |
| AmeriCorps Application | PDF |
| AmeriCorps Application - editable | Word |
| 2nd Term Application | PDF |
| 2nd Term Invitation Letter | Word |
| Disciplinary Action Form | Word |
| Loan Forbearance Form | PDF |
| Member Eligibility | Word |
| Member File Review Checklist | Word |
| VIP Fellow Position Description | Word |
| VIP Leader Position Description | Word |
Medical and Benefit Forms
| Benefit Summary | Word |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Instructions and Forms | Word |
| Enrollment Roster | Excel |
| Eligibility Definitions and FAQ's | Word |
| How To Use Your Coverage | Word |
| Contact List | Word |
Childcare Benefits |
Childcare Benefits Site |
Training Resources
AmeriCorps VIP 101 Training Materials |
ZIP File |
|---|---|
| 10-11 VIP Training Plan | Word |
| VIP Training Sign In Sheet | Word |
| VIP Training Evaluation | Word |
| VIP Online Training Evaluation | Word |
| AmeriCorps Member Handbook | Word |
National Resource Online Learning Center |
National Resource Site |
Invoicing and Fiscal Forms
| 10-11 Invoice Form - Electronic Form | PDF |
|---|---|
| Personnel Activity Report - Electronic Form | PDF |
| VIP Paperwork Instructions | Word |
| Submitting Electronic Form Instructions | Word |
Evaluation and Report Forms - Documents Coming Soon!
| VIP Performance Measures | PDF |
|---|---|
| 10-11 AmeriCorps VIP Quarterly Progress Report | Document Coming Soon |
| 10-11 Overview Calendar | Document Coming Soon |
| 10-11 Report Due Dates | Document Coming Soon |
| Volunteer Capacity Assessment - Electronic Form | PDF |
| Submitting Electronic Form Instructions | Word |
Contract Documents
| Fiscal Self Assessment | Excel |
|---|---|
| Labor Organization Certification Form | Word |
| Partner Site Information | Excel |
Provisions, Guidelines, and MOUs
| AmeriCorps Provisions | PDF |
|---|---|
| AmeriCorps Regulations | PDF |
OMB Circulars |
OMB Circulars |
| VIP Hostsite Application | Word |
| 10-11 VIP MOU | Word |
Tools and Shared Resources
| Partner Agency Evaluation | Word |
|---|---|
| Food Stamp Letter | Word |
| Living In Santa Cruz Information | PDF |
Web Resources
AmeriCorps Resources
www.americorps.gov
AmeriCorps Resources
The national AmeriCorps web site. Visit here to learn more about AmeriCorps and connect to national resources.
http://www.americorps.gov/for_individuals/online/index.asp
My AmeriCorps is an online space designed to help members manage their AmeriCorps experience. It provides an easy way for individuals to get and give important information – before, during and after their service.
www.californiavolunteers.org
The California Service Corps is the state commission for AmeriCorps. Visit here to connect with what's going on in service and volunteerism throughout California.
http://gooddeed.org/americorps.aspx
Visit here to look at AmeriCorps T-shirts and other gear.
www.crf-usa.org
The Constitutional Rights Foundation web site has great resources for service and volunteerism.
National Service Day Resources
National Day of Service and Remembrance, September 11, 2010
911dayofservice.org
Visit this website to learn about the National Day of Service and Remembrance.
Make a Difference Day, October 23, 2010
www.usaweekend.com/diffday
This web site show cases Make a Difference Day projects.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, January 17, 2011
www.mlkday.org
Visit the web site to learn more about MLK Day nationwide.
Cesar Chavez Day, March 31, 2011
www.cesarchavezfoundation.org
This web site has wonderful resources to support service learning activities tied to Cesar Chavez Day.
Global (National) Youth Service Day, April 15-17, 2011
www.gysd.org
This web site highlights GYSD project around the nation.
AmeriCorps Week, May 7-14, 2011
americorpsweek.gov
This website provides resources for planning your AmeriCorps Week activities.
