Innovative Volunteer Programs Service

The Community Care Corps seeks proposals to develop and scale innovative volunteer programs that provide nonmedical assistance to family caregivers, older adults, and adults age 18 and older with disabilities. Eligible USA-based onshore organizations will perform work offsite to increase the number of community-based volunteer programs. Applicants must submit proposals electronically via SM Apply, with the application portal open from November 2, 2026, until 5:00 p.m. ET on a date specified in the portal, or digitally via email or online. Submissions must include an executive summary, a Budget Form, and a Budget Narrative using the provided templates. An Independent Review Committee scores applications based on set criteria, and the Administrators make the final award decisions. The grant performance period runs for 18 months, from April 1, 2027, through September 30, 2028, with local program implementation and data collection starting no later than October 1, 2027. Grantees must contribute a minimum match equal to 25% of the total program budget. The initial 10% of the federal award will be disbursed after onboarding, while the remaining 90% will be paid on a quarterly reimbursement basis.