Grants and Requests for Proposals
This section contains information about the Commission's grant-making and contracting activities. At times, there also may be information about funding opportunities offered by our partners or other Maine agencies. When the Commission does not have an active Request for Proposal or Notice of Funds Available, the corresponding section of this page will be empty.
Maine AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps Formula Program Grants (RFP # 201112193 for Cost Reimbursement and Education Award programs; revised 2/14/2012)
The Maine Commission for Community Service solicits proposals for AmeriCorps program operating grants under the AmeriCorps*State Formula funding allocation. Grants are available for programs that will focus on
1. increasing adoption of service-learning as a teaching method;
2. engaging citizens in service that increases health and wellness through increased physical activity and decreased obesity;
3. building capacity of organizations and schools that contribute to an increase in the percentage of students who complete high school and pursue post high‐school training or education;
4. building capacity of organizations and schools to decrease the incidence of obesity as prevention of type 2 diabetes.
Applicants must propose to engage AmeriCorps members in at least 17,000 hours of service during a year, use an evidence-based program model, and conform to standardized performance measures. Grant types include cost reimbursement and education awards.
Eligible applicants include Maine non-profits, faith-based organizations, State and local units of government, higher education institutions, and national or regional organizations intending to operate an AmeriCorps program within Maine. A typical award for the Education Award Program is between $20,000 and $30,000 while the maximum grant for cost reimbursement is $260,000. The number of awards will be determined by federal appropriations which have not been finalized at this date.
All proposals must be submitted using both an internet application system (eGrants) and hard copies of attachments. Complete proposals with required attachments must be received for opening by the Division of Purchases, Burton Cross Building, 4th Floor, 111 Sewall Street, 9 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0009, no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on April 26, 2012.
Copies of the "Request for Proposals" are available after registration through this link.
The State of Maine reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received.
AmeriCorps Fixed Price Formula Program Grants (RFP # 201203261)
The Maine Commission for Community Service solicits proposals for AmeriCorps program operating grants under the AmeriCorps*State Formula funding allocation. Grants are available for Fixed Price programs that will focus on
1. increasing adoption of service-learning as a teaching method;
2. engaging citizens in service that increases health and wellness through increased physical activity and decreased obesity;
3. building capacity of organizations and schools that contribute to an increase in the percentage of students who complete high school and pursue post high‐school training or education;
4. building capacity of organizations and schools to decrease the incidence of obesity as prevention of type 2 diabetes.
Applicants for Fixed-price grants must propose to enroll at least ten full-time AmeriCorps members, use an evidence-based program model, and conform to standardized performance measures. Because full-time members serve at least 1700 hours within a year, programs must be designed to utilize at least 17,000 hours of service during each program year.
Fiscal reporting requirements are reduced for Fixed Price grantees.
Fixed Price Grants require that all enrolled AmeriCorps members serve full-time, 1700 hour terms at least ten full-time members.
Eligible applicants include Maine non-profits, faith-based organizations, State and local units of government, higher education institutions, and national or regional organizations intending to operate an AmeriCorps program within Maine. Typical awards for Fixed Price Formula Grants range from $130,000 to $260,000, depending on the number of enrolled members. The number of awards will be determined by federal appropriations.
All proposals must be submitted using both an internet application system (eGrants) and hard copies of attachments. Complete proposals with required attachments must be received for opening by the Division of Purchases, Burton Cross Building, 4th Floor, 111 Sewall Street, 9 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0009, no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on April 26, 2012.
Copies of the "Request for Proposals" are available, after registration through this link.
The State of Maine reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received.
AmeriCorps*State Planning Grants (RFP # 201112194; revised 2/14/2012)
MCCS solicits proposals to support development of new AmeriCorps programs. Funds awarded in this competition support planning required to move a sound program concept through development to the point it is ready for implementation. Planning Grant funds may not be used to support AmeriCorps members or supplement operations of an existing program.
Funding priorities in this competition are education, veterans and military families, healthy futures, disaster services, environmental stewardship, and economic opportunity.
Eligible applicants include Maine non-profits, faith-based organizations, State and local units of government, higher education institutions, and national or regional organizations intending to operate an AmeriCorps program within Maine. Typical grants range from $15,000 to $30,000 depending on the length of time proposed by the applicant (6 - 12 months).
All proposals must be submitted using both an internet application system (eGrants) and hard copies of attachments. Complete proposals with required attachments must be received for opening by the Division of Purchases, Burton Cross Building, 4th Floor, 111 Sewall Street, 9 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0009, no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on April 26, 2012.
Copies of the "Request for Proposals" are available, after registration through this link .
The State of Maine reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received.
Maine Service Learning
None at this time.
Other Commission Requests for Proposals (non-National Service programs)
None at this time.
Direct Grants from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) State office of Maine, New Hampshire & Vermont.
AmeriCorps VISTA was founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965 and incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993, VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 40 years.
Direct Grants from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS)
CNCS directly funds AmeriCorps*VISTA and other national volunteer service programs. To view information on the funding competitions now open,
Grants and Contracts from other State of Maine agencies
Visitors looking for grant competitions and contracting opportunities throughout Maine Government should visit the Division of Purchases by selecting from this list: