This Notice is for New Applicants that do not currently have an AmeriCorps Texas grant through OneStar. This Notice is for AmeriCorps Texas (AmeriCorps State) grants. These grants are awarded to organizations that propose to place AmeriCorps members in service solely within Texas. Selected organizations will receive grants to support the development of an AmeriCorps program and AmeriCorps member positions that engage members in service to meet critical needs in Texas. Selected recipients receive a three-year project period grant, with a continuation grant required for years 2 and 3.
Important Dates
| Notice of Intent | February 12, 2025 New applicants are required to submit a Notice of Intent to Apply form by 10:59PM Central. | |
| New Application Due | March 6, 2025 Applications are due in eGrants and additionally required documents are due via email to americorps@onestarfoundation.org by 10:59 PM Central. | |
| Notification of Selection | Mid-May 2025 | |
| Budget Period Start Date | September 1, 2025 Applicants may not propose a budget period start date earlier than September 1, 2025. | |
| Member Term of Service Start Date | September 1, 2025 Applicants may not propose an AmeriCorps Member term of service start date earlier than September 1, 2025. |
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Application Instructions
Application materials and instructions are made available from documents provided by AmeriCorps.
Applicants must submit applications electronically via eGrants, AmeriCorps’ web-based system. Applicants are required to submit additional documents by the application submission deadline. Additional documents must be emailed to americorps@onestarfoundation.org. See Additional Documents below.
Additional Documents
- Debt Delinquency and Debarment Certification
- Member Placement Chart – Coming soon!
Resources and Guidance
OneStar Resources
- 2025-2026 New Applicant Submission Checklist – Coming soon!
- Budget Worksheet
- Administrative Cost Calculator Tool
- Calculating Required Grantee Share
- Match Waiver Request Form
AmeriCorps Resources
Training and Technical Assistance
Pre-recorded training sessions on the following topics are provided to support applicants in developing grant applications:
- Introduction to AmeriCorps RECORDING | SLIDES
- Application Overview RECORDING | SLIDES
- Program Design RECORDING | SLIDES
- Organizational Capability RECORDING | SLIDES
- Creating the Budget RECORDING | SLIDES
- Performance Measures RECORDING | SLIDES
OneStar is hosting two live Questions and Answer Sessions:
Contact Information
All communication relating to this notice can be directed to americorps@onestarfoundation.org.