Neighborhood After-School Corps

The Neighborhood After School Corps, an AmeriCorps program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis, provides services and programs to better the lives of youth in Marion County.  Members both develop new programs and assist with ongoing services that focus on leadership development and the creation of opportunities for youth to implement community service projects.  Additional  services such as tutoring, after school enrichment activities, summer day camps, conflict resolution skills, violence prevention skills, health education, and organized recreation are offered to meet the needs of low-income, vulnerable youth and their families in Indianapolis.

Member Benefits

• A modest living allowance is provided to help assist with living expenses during the term of service.
• Earn Money for College! Receive an Educational Award between $1,132 and $2,038 after completing your term of service.
• Training is provided in First Aid, CPR, youth development, financial management, time management, grant writing, etc.
• Gain valuable experience in youth development, working as part of a team, leading a group, and build your resume.

 

Eligibility

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency.

Service Activities

• Implement Youth Service Project groups.
• Provide direct programs to children and youth, ages 5-18 years, after school.
• Implement daily activities including: tutoring, conflict resolution, health and safety, enrichment, recreation, clubs, etc.
• Recruit and support additional volunteers at sites to build organizational capacity.
• Provide direct support to other volunteer-based organizations.
• Attend AmeriCorps sponsored trainings, staff meetings and events.
• Ensure the spread of AmeriCorps vision and visibility by wearing AmeriCorps gear during all service activities.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Indianapolis            Phone (317) 920-4700
2236 East 10th Street, Suite 200    
Indianapolis, IN  46201      www.bgcindy.org/index.php?/americorps

Program Director:  Rebecca Linehan      rlinehan@bgcindy.org

Member Locations:  Socio-economically challenged neighborhoods throughout Indianapolis.

Member Positions: Half Time, Reduced Half Time, Quarter Time, Minimum Time