Title
Corporation for National and Community Service Day of Service Grant (Ordinance S-43237)
Description
Request authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to apply for, accept, and enter into an agreement for a Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) “Day of Service” grant for $50,000 to support community engagement efforts related to national days of service. Also request authorization for the City Treasurer to accept and the City Controller to disburse the funds for purposes of the grant.
Report
Summary
Each year, the City of Phoenix partners with non-profit organizations, local businesses and community leaders to engage volunteers in service in recognition of MLK Day, 9/11 Day of Service and other nationally recognized service days. This funding will be used in accordance with CNCS grant guidelines, to mobilize greater numbers of volunteers during days of service and create a more lasting impact on our community.
The funding will be used to leverage additional support from non-profit organizations and to purchase the supplies and equipment necessary to expand the impact of volunteer efforts.
CNCS is a federal agency that improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. CNCS administers a variety of national service programs, including AmeriCorps NCCC and AmeriCorps VISTA.
Financial Impact
The $50,000 grant may be used to fund up to 30 percent of the City’s total service day project budget. The required 70 percent match will be in-kind, including staff time, supplies and partner organization funding.
Department
Responsible Department
The item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Deanna Jonovich and the Neighborhood Services and Parks and Recreation departments.