Government Seeks Input on MLK and 9/11 Service Grant Forms
Published Date: 1/27/2026
Notice
Summary
AmeriCorps is updating the instructions for applying to their MLK and 9/11 Day of Service grants and wants your feedback by March 30, 2026. This affects individuals, groups, and governments who organize service projects on these special days. The changes aim to make the application process clearer without adding extra costs or time burdens.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Single Audit Threshold Increased
If you apply for AmeriCorps MLK or 9/11 Day of Service grants, the Single Audit threshold is revised to $1,000,000 (formerly $750,000). This revision will apply to future MLK and 9/11 Day of Service grant competitions after the expiration of the current Application Instructions.
De Minimis Rate Increased to 15%
AmeriCorps will update the de minimis indirect cost rate for Day of Service grant applications to 15% of modified total direct costs, up from 10%. This revision applies to future MLK and 9/11 Day of Service grant competitions after the current Application Instructions expire.
Equipment Threshold Raised to $10,000
For AmeriCorps MLK and 9/11 Day of Service grant applications, "equipment" is defined as acquisitions costing $10,000 or more per unit, increased from $5,000 per unit. This change will apply in future grant competitions after the current Application Instructions expire.
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