Frequently
Asked Questions
What
is AmeriCorps?
AmeriCorps
is a movement that unites Americans in improving
our neighborhoods. AmeriCorps is not a
job, it is a service opportunity. In large
and small communities, AmeriCorps members are
taking responsibility, learning valuable skills
and fulfilling their pledge to "get things
done."
What
benefits do AmeriCorps members receive?
For a list of benefits for the
AmeriCorps*National Direct program, click
here. For a list of the benefits for
the AmeriCorps*VISTA program, click
here.
What
is Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles?
Habitat
for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles is an
organization that is an affiliate of Habitat for
Humanity International. Since 1990, we
have built over 180 homes in neighborhoods all across
Los Angeles County. Shelter is a basic
human need, and Habitat strives to achieve its
goal of eliminating poverty housing and making
decent, affordable homes a reality for all
families. Our affiliate headquarters is
located in Gardena and our current build sites
are located in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Torrance
and Watts.
Will
I be required to have a car?
Yes. Given the limitations of
public transportation in the greater Los Angeles
area, you will be severely limited if you do not
have reliable transportation. Therefore,
all members are asked to have a car when they
arrive.
Do
you currently have AmeriCorps members?
We currently have 13 AmeriCorps*National
Direct members and 2 AmeriCorps*VISTA members. We feel the AmeriCorps program is
very valuable to our affiliate and is a major
factor in our being one of the top producing
affiliates in the Western Region.
How
can I learn more?
To learn more about the Habitat for
Humanity AmeriCorps program, go to www.habitat.org.
To learn more about AmeriCorps and service
opportunities other than Habitat for Humanity,
visit www.americorps.org.
Who
can I contact about the HFH GLA AmeriCorps
Program?
If you still have questions about the
program or how to apply contact Amy Taylor,
Programs Director at ataylor@habitatla.org
or
(310) 323.4663 ext. 108.
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