State Commissions (94.003)

Program

94.003 State Commissions

Federal Agency

Agency: Corporation for National and Community Service

Authorization

National and Community Service Act of 1990, as amended.

Program Number

94.003

Last Known Status

Active

Objectives

To develop a State plan; to assist States in the application process; and to provide oversight of funded AmeriCorps programs within each State. The funds enable States to form a 15 to 25 member, independent, bipartisan commission appointed by a governor to implement service programs in their State.

Types of Assistance

Project Grants.

Uses and Use Restrictions

Funds are used to operate a commission to oversee service programs.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant Eligibility

State governments, District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico may apply.

Beneficiary Eligibility

States will benefit.

Credentials/Documentation

None.

Application and Award Process

Preapplication Coordination

This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure

State commission administrative grant proposals must be submitted to the Corporation.

Award Procedure

For final procedures contact the Headquarters Office.

Deadlines

Contact the Corporation for deadline dates.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time

The range is from one to two months.

Appeals

None.

Renewals

Renewals are annual.

Assistance Considerations

Formula and Matching Requirements

Cost-sharing is involved over time. The amount varies from year to year.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance

Time frames have not been established.

Post Assistance Requirements

Reports

Financial status reports and reports of accomplishments are required.

Audits

Audit must be performed as required by the Law.

Records

Required records to will be spelled out in the individual grant.

Program Accomplishments

Examples are not currently available.

Financial Information

Account Identification

95-2720-0-1-506.

Obligations

FY 07 $12,516,000; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance

From $125,000 to $750,000.

Regulations, Guidelines and Literature

For detailed information contact the Headquarters Office.

Related Programs

None.

Information Contacts

Regional or Local Office

See the Corporation for National and Community Service's listing in Appendix IV of the Catalog.

Headquarters Office

Corporation for National and Community Service, 1201 New York Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20525. Telephone: (202) 606-6715.

Web Site Address

http://www.nationalservice.org .

Examples of Funded Projects

Funds are given to State commissions.

Criteria for Selecting Proposals

Governors must request funding and work directly with the Corporation. For more details, contact the Corporation.