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Upon receiving word that the grant had been funded in early July, participating nonprofits began actively seeking AmeriCorps Members to serve as either direct service providers or volunteer coordinators. Do you or someone you know have what it takes to devote a year of service to a literacy infused initiative? Recruitment for Member positions will continue through mid August.

In exchange for the opportunity to address the high levels of low literacy in Cuyahoga County and participate in a recognized, well-respected national and state program, full-time AmeriCorps Members are expected to serve 1700 hours and will receive:

• $11,800 living allowance
• $5,350 educational award to be used toward federal student loans
• Deferment of federal student loans
• Health benefits

Part-time members are expected to serve 900 hours and will receive a living allowance of  $6,247.

A complete list of participating programs, Member requirements and application instructions can be found here.

Questions about the program can be directed to Sarah Upperman at supperman@literacycooperative.org through the end of July.

 

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In this issue...

• A Message from Bob Paponetti
• Place Matters
• Literacy Spotlight: City Council President Martin Sweeney
• Declaration Makes a Stop in Cleveland
• SPARK Ready to Launch