Since 1999, Barnstable County’s AmeriCorps Cape Cod program has engaged service-minded adults to fulfill a variety of environmental and disaster preparedness needs across Cape Cod. Each year we recruit, train, and host 20 national service members, who make an 11-month full-time volunteer commitment to Cape Cod. Our program, supported by Barnstable County and the AmeriCorps federal agency, is dedicated to bringing in skilled young professionals to serve on capacity building projects for municipal governments and non-profit organizations across all 15 towns of the Cape. Our focus areas include natural resource management, disaster preparedness and response, environmental education, and volunteer engagement.
Whether removing invasive plant species on conservation land, propagating oysters with a local shellfish department, staffing regional emergency shelters during a Nor’easter, or educating kids about the importance of water quality, we strive to meet the diverse and dynamic needs of the Cape Cod community.
Holiday Lights Recycling Drive Runs November Through January November 18, 2024 (Barnstable, MA) – Have broken or unwanted holiday lights? Don’t toss them—recycle them! Barnstable County’s Cape Cod Cooperative Extension […]
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This past week marked the first official Group Service day for our AmeriCorps Cape Cod members, and they’ve already made a meaningful impact across Cape Cod’s natural and historical landscapes. […]
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In late September, our AmeriCorps Cape Cod (ACC) members took the AmeriCorps pledge and were officially sworn in as the Year 26 Corps. For the next 11 months, these 11 […]
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September 23, 2024 (Barnstable, MA) – AmeriCorps Cape Cod (ACC) is marking 26 years of service to Cape Cod with a Swearing-In Ceremony for its newest members, who will serve from […]
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Yesterday, AmeriCorps Cape Cod celebrated the graduation of 18 remarkable members from Year 25. The event also honored two exceptional service partners and recognized two lifetime service partner awardees. The […]
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July 16, 2024 (Barnstable, MA) – On July 25th, the AmeriCorps Cape Cod program will celebrate 18 graduating members who have each completed 11 months and 1,700 hours of public service. These dedicated individuals have worked on crucial projects that protect the Cape’s natural resources, prepare for disasters, educate the community, and engage volunteers.
The public is invited to join the graduation ceremony to honor these dedicated individuals and their significant contributions to the Cape Cod community.
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