Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 110 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Chapter 110-16 - REGIONAL ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE PROJECTS
Subject 110-16-1 - AMERICORPS GRANT PROGRAM
Rule 110-16-1-.01 - Purpose
The purpose of the AmeriCorps grant program is to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants for operation of service programs that address educational, public safety, human, environmental and other needs as identified from time to time by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
An individual serving in an approved national service position will receive an educational award from the National Service Trust Fund upon successful completion of each term of service for up to two terms. Full-time national service participants will receive an educational award, and participants serving less than full-time service positions will receive an educational award prorated based on the number of approved service hours.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 50-8-8, 50-8-9.