Now more than ever, Americans are looking for innovative ways
to volunteer in their communities. For many, giving back means the opportunity to
rebuild the neighborhoods they love, as well as the chance to momentarily
relieve the anxiety everyone is feeling.

For the same reasons as Americans without disabilities, Americans with intellectual and developmental disabilities are eager (and able) to volunteer during this season as well. Thanks to a partnership between The Arc and the Corporation for National and Community Service, local nonprofits can now offer a solution that is a win-win for everyone. By applying for $5,000 and $10,000 grants this summer, community organizations can design inclusive volunteer programs so that everyone can serve their communities at this critical time.

Past grantees have demonstrated that including all citizens (regardless
of background or ability) creates a more welcoming and equitable community for everyone.
Many have also testified to the value of inclusive volunteering for the
organization, with activities leading to new community partnerships and
increased ability to reach new groups and service areas.

Keystone volunteer events must be held on the MLK Day of
Service weekend (January 15 – 18, 2021). Volunteer activities can also occur
throughout the grant period (October 2020 – September 2021).

Successful grantees will:

  • Partner with a service club to recruit
    volunteers with and without disabilities from diverse racial and ethnic
    backgrounds to participate alongside each other
  • Work with hunger and food insecurity focused groups
    (e.g., community food banks, food pantries, soup kitchens)
  • Provide food aid on the MLK Day of Service and
    MLK Day of Service weekend and continue through the end of the grant period
    (September 30, 2021)
  • Raise $31,000 (applying for a $10,000 grant) or $15,500
    (applying for a $5,000 grant) in in-kind or cash matching funds to support the
    project

Now is your organization’s opportunity to join us and bring inclusive volunteering to your community! Apply for a 2020 grant today! 

All proposals must be received by Thursday, August 27, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. ET

APPLY

Request for Proposal (Word) | Request for Proposal (PDF)

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