RFA 1282 AmeriCorps New York FY 2027 Competitive Funding

The New York State Office of Children and Family Services, on behalf of the New York State Commission on National and Community Service, is soliciting applications for AmeriCorps New York FY 2027 competitive grant funding. This opportunity is designed to support programs funded by the National Community Service Trust Act of 1993 and the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act of 2009. Eligible applicants must request a minimum of 20 members and can request federal funding ranging from 0 to 26,800 dollars per Member Service Year, with a mandatory budget allocation of at least 2,000 dollars for annual travel to AmeriCorps New York events. The program start date is scheduled for no earlier than August 1, 2027, with award notifications anticipated in mid-April. Applications must be submitted via the eGrants system by November 30, 2026, and must include a valid SAM registration and Unique Entity Identifier. Evaluation is conducted by an independent review panel based on evidence quality, notice priority, and member experience, with scores of 90 or above recommended for funding. Awardees must comply with various New York State and federal regulations, including Equal Employment Opportunity clauses, net neutrality principles, and specific background screening and confidentiality requirements for personnel working with youth. Financial administration requires electronic payment acceptance and prequalification in the Statewide Financial System of New York.