"I will get things done!"

Peace Corps is rather well-known across the nation and around the world. But say the word "AmeriCorps" and people give you a blank look. What is AmeriCorps?

Like the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps is a volunteer program funded by the government. Unlike the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps operates within the United States. 

In 1993, President Bill Clinton signed the National and Community Service Trust Act to create the current form of AmeriCorps, which is made up of VISTA, NCCC and State and National. 

I have accepted a position with AmeriCorps NCCC and begin my 10 month service starting today. However, my program is still new: AmeriCorps NCCC FEMA corps. 

FEMA corps is a program within NCCC but will partner with FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and the team members will be dedicated to disaster relief and response in their region. 

My life is dedicated to public service. I have worked as a Park Ranger, a tour guide for my college, a Resident Assistant and now I will become an AmeriCorps NCCC FEMA member where I will help people who have suffered from disasters and help to prepare others for future disasters. I will get things done!

AmeriCorps Pledge:

"I will get things done for America -

to make our people safer,

smarter, and healthier.

I will bring Americans together 

to strengthen our communities.

Faced with apathy, 

I will take action.

Faced with conflict, 

I will seek common ground.

Faced with adversity, 

I will persevere.

I will carry this commitment 

with me this year and beyond.

I am an AmeriCorps member, 

and I will get things done."