Volunteer Mississippi, appointed by the Governor, focuses on promoting service and volunteerism. Their mission is to engage individuals of all ages and backgrounds in Mississippi, encouraging them to contribute their time and talents towards the betterment of their communities.
The FY2024 Formula AmeriCorps Grants, guided by AmeriCorps' 2022-2026 Strategic Plan, focus on partnering with communities to address critical issues such as poverty, racial equity, public health, climate change, education, and economic opportunity. The grants prioritize: enhancing the service experience for AmeriCorps members and volunteers, uniting Americans through service, effectively managing federal resources, and making AmeriCorps an equitable workplace. AmeriCorps seeks to expand its partnerships with diverse organizations and strategically target investments towards communities with the greatest needs, especially those facing racial inequality and poverty. This aims to mobilize more Americans to strengthen their communities through service.