Save AmeriCorps - Take Action Today

Last week, our organization was hit hard by the sudden suspension of the GrizzlyCorps program, following nationwide funding cuts to AmeriCorps that have affected over 1,000 programs and 32,000 AmeriCorps members across the country. For small non-profits like SMMFSC, the impact is massive: our two fellows assist with critical wildfire mitigation efforts and community education. As a former GrizzlyCorps fellow myself, I can personally attest to the GrizzlyCorps program’s value— through the fellowship I learned about wildfire mitigation. GrizzlyCorps program leaders are now investigating the legality of the stop-work order and working toward a solution so fellows can complete their service term through July. The future of AmeriCorps, a domestic counterpart to the Peace Corps, remains uncertain, but its contributions to education, disaster relief, and environmental stewardship are undeniable. We encourage everyone to take action by contacting Congress: https://voicesforservice.org/take-action/contact-congress/.



You can also make a donation today to support early-career positions at SMMFSC such as the GrizzlyCorps fellowship.