Requirements for LONG-TERM volunteers (9 months of service or more):

• Minimum age: 21 years old.
• Dependable and flexible.
• Willingness to share in community life.
• Sense of humor.
• Desire to serve others.
• Complete driving records check, three personal references and a national background check.
• Personal interview.

Provisions include:

• Room and board (housing and food)
• Potential health insurance benefits 
• Monthly stipend
• Loan deferment information
• Opportunity to learn more about yourself and the Appalachian region.
• Two spiritual retreats a year (Spring and Fall)
• Potential AmeriCorps Education Award

Requirements for SUMMER and SHORT-TERM volunteers (3 weeks to 8 months of service):

• Minimum Age: 18 years old. 
• Commitment to community life, prayer life and service work.
• Willing to serve for a minimum of 3 weeks.
• Complete volunteer application requirements: three personal references and a criminal records check.

Provisions:

• Room and board (housing and food)
• Potential AmeriCorps Education Award