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How to Apply

1. Apply with a paper application or
2. Apply online via the National AmeriCorps website.

To apply with a paper application...

1. Download the application or pick one up in person at Solid Ground's National Service or Main offices:

Solid Ground National Service Programs Office
464 12th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122
(in Seattle's Central Area on the corner of 12th & Jefferson)

Solid Ground Main Office
1501 North 45th Street
Seattle, WA 98103-6708
(in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood)

2. Completely fill out your paper application and submit it by mail, in person, FAX or email:

Mail or in person:
Solid Ground
1501 North 45th Street
Seattle, WA 98103-6708

In person:
Solid Ground National Service Programs Office
464 12th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122

FAX: 206.957.2677

Email: americorpsinfo@solid-ground.org

3. Two recommendations required.

Download and save our recommendation form. (This .pdf file is fairly large, so it may take a little time to download). Print two copies to give to your references to fill out. Or email them a link of this page to download and fill out the form on their computer. The form may be typed in directly, printed and mailed to:

AmeriCorps Recommendation
Solid Ground
1501 North 45th Street
Seattle, WA 98103-6708

To apply online...

1. Solid Ground program listing ID #s: Copy down the Listing ID # for the Solid Ground National Service program(s) you are interested in applying for, or print a copy of this page.     

• JustServe AmeriCorps Listing ID #: 3124    
• Martin Luther King VISTA Listing ID #: 4383    
• Washington Reading Corps Seattle Listing ID #: 5006
• Washington Reading Corps South County Listing ID #: 5007

 2. Two recommendations required:

The final portion of the application requires you to fill in contact information for two references. If you include their email addresses, they will automatically be emailed the recommendation form. Or download and save our recommendation form. (This .pdf file is fairly large, so it may take a little time to download). Print two copies to give to your references to fill out. Or email them a link of this page to download and fill out the form on their computer. The form may be typed in directly, printed and mailed to:

AmeriCorps Recommendation
Solid Ground
1501 North 45th Street
Seattle, WA 98103-6708

3. Apply online:

Go to the National AmeriCorps website and fill out an online application. When the AmeriCorps site opens, click on "Apply to Serve" and follow the instructions. Be sure to have the Listing ID # ready, because you will be leaving this website. Once submitted, the online application will be automatically forwarded to us if you include our Listing ID #.

For information about other opportunities in Seattle and Washington State, call the Corporation for National & Community Service at 1.800.942.2677 or visit them at www.americorps.org. 

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Benefits

As an AmeriCorps or AmeriCorps VISTA Member, you would commit to one year of full-time service. In exchange, you would receive:

• A living allowance of $950 - $1,036 (depending upon program) per month, medical benefits, monthly bus tickets, and childcare assistance (if income eligible).
• Education award or stipend. After successful completion of service, AmeriCorps Members receive an education award of $4,725. VISTAs receive an educational award of $4,725 OR a $1,200 cash stipend. Additionally, Members can defer their student loans during their service. Contact your lender for more specific information or to confirm your loan status during AmeriCorps or VISTA service.
• Training, including workshops on issues of interest to the community and leadership and skills development for the nonprofit sector.
• Experience! National Service Members gain great job skills and a strong network of contacts among schools and social service agencies in the area.

Please see our AmeriCorps/VISTA and Public Assistance document here.