Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $300,000 In Federal Funding For AmeriCorps Projects In Lynchburg And Southwest Virginia

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine announced $306,492 in federal funding through the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) to support two new AmeriCorps VISTA projects in Lynchburg and Abingdon. AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is a national service program dedicated to reducing poverty in America.

“We’re pleased to announce these grants to strengthen valuable volunteer work in these regions,” the Senators said. “This funding will help local organizations support vulnerable communities and extend crucial opportunities to those in need.”

• In Lynchburg, the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg will receive $95,392 to increase access to services for low-income youth. The funding will also help VISTA members develop a volunteer management system at three non-profit organizations to better recruit volunteers. Sen. Warner visited the Boys & Girls club in March 2018.
• In Abingdon, the Friends of Southwest Virginia will receive $211,100 to boost job readiness by supporting job training and community development programs. The funding will help VISTA volunteers build stronger community partnerships, helping foster economic growth in the community.

AmeriCorps VISTA works with non-profit organizations, schools, or local government agencies to support anti-poverty efforts. Volunteers focus on reducing homelessness, increasing access to job opportunities, and improving students’ academic performance for communities in need.

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