Volunteer Florida - FY 2027 AmeriCorps Competitive Grants for Education, Health, and Community Services - 2027
Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of FloridaState · Tallahassee, FL- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
The 30-second brief
Volunteer Florida seeks grant proposals for AmeriCorps programs addressing education, economic opportunity, conservation, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, veterans and military families, and disaster services. The grant period is a 12-month term beginning August 1, 2027, with proposals requiring a minimum of 20 AmeriCorps volunteer positions serving in pairs. Applications must be submitted through the AmeriCorps eGrants web-based management system, with supporting documentation submitted via Volunteer Florida's Blackbaud Grantmaking platform by October 28, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT. Funding priorities focus on underserved communities, youth mental health, substance use recovery, veterans, public safety, and workforce pathways, evaluated on program design, organizational capability, cost-effectiveness, and evidence base.
AmeriCorps volunteer service positions, National performance measures outputs and outcomes, Program design narrative, Logic model, SF-424 face sheet and budget
Program Design (50%), Organizational Capability (25%), Cost-Effectiveness and Budget Adequacy (25%)
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Summary
Volunteer Florida seeks grant proposals for AmeriCorps programs addressing education, economic opportunity, conservation, environmental stewardship, healthy futures, veterans and military families, and disaster services.
The grant period is a 12-month term beginning August 1, 2027, with proposals requiring a minimum of 20 AmeriCorps volunteer positions serving in pairs. Applications must be submitted through the AmeriCorps eGrants web-based management system, with supporting documentation submitted via Volunteer Florida's Blackbaud Grantmaking platform by October 28, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT. Funding priorities focus on underserved communities, youth mental health, substance use recovery, veterans, public safety, and workforce pathways, evaluated on program design, organizational capability, cost-effectiveness, and evidence base.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- AmeriCorps volunteer service positions
- National performance measures outputs and outcomes
- Program design narrative
- Logic model
- SF-424 face sheet and budget
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Standard Form 424
- SF-424A Budget
- Audit Report
- Management Letter
- Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs
- Provider Assessment Questionnaire
- Certification of 60-day Operating Capital
- YTD consolidated Income Statement and Balance Sheet
- Evaluation Plan Summary Form
- Evaluation Report
- Labor Union Concurrence
- Tribal organization eligibility documentation
- Submit to
- https://egrants.cns.gov/espan/main/login.jsp
- Scope location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Reported agency
- Volunteer Florida
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of Florida?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://egrants.cns.gov/espan/main/login.jsp. For questions, contact [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of Florida in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is [email protected] at (800) 942-2677. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: AmeriCorps volunteer service positions, National performance measures outputs and outcomes, Program design narrative, Logic model, SF-424 face sheet and budget. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Program Design (50%), Organizational Capability (25%), Cost-Effectiveness and Budget Adequacy (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of Florida?
All active and historical solicitations from Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of Florida are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of Florida regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 12 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Standard Form 424, SF-424A Budget, Audit Report, Management Letter, Schedule of Findings and Questioned Costs, Provider Assessment Questionnaire, Certification of 60-day Operating Capital, YTD consoli. Review the full document from Florida Commission on Community Service (Volunteer Florida) | State of Florida for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tallahassee, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.