Serve With Us
BENEFITS OF SERVING
Living Stipend:
Members receive a living stipend twice a month based on the number of hours they have committed to for the term of service. This stipend is taxed as income and members must complete a W-4.
Hours/ Week | Living Stipend Amount |
35 | $1,400 |
28 | $1,120 |
25 | $1,000 |
18 | $720 |
15 | $600 |
12 | $480 |
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Members who successfully complete their term of service will receive a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of up to $7,395, based on the number of hours served in the term. Awarded at the end of their service term, it can be used to pay educational costs at eligible post-secondary institutions, repay qualified student loans, or be transferred to a child or grandchild if the member is over the age of 55.
YMCA Membership:
Team members and their families should be able to enjoy the benefits our facilities offer! All members receive a 2 adult family membership to the YMCA. This membership can be used at our 3 local branches and almost any Y in the US! Learn more about our membership opportunities here.
Federal Student Loan Forbearance:
If a member is making payments to a federally-backed education loan, payments can be put into forbearance during their service term. Upon successful completion of the program, the accrued interest will be paid by the National Service Trust. Learn more about loan forbearance on the AmeriCorps website.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance:
Full time members are eligible to enroll in health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of the premium paid. The plan is managed through Cigna and includes medical coverage for individual members. It does not cover dependents.
Child Care Assistance:
Members may qualify to receive child-care assistance through a program administered by GAP Solutions, Inc. in order to be eligible for the assistance program, members must meet income requirements and serve in a full time capacity. Visit the GAP AmeriCorps website for additional details, frequently asked questions, and the rules and regulations of the program.
Professional Development:
True North AmeriCorps members participate in ongoing professional development facilitated by program staff and local youth development leaders. Topics include social competency and interpersonal skill building, group facilitation, leadership skills, volunteer management, data collection, cultural competency, and much more. Many TNAC members make connections in their service term that boost them into a career!
OPEN POSITIONS
Full-Time Positions Available (35+ hours/week)
- Duluth Children’s Museum–Â starts May 18
- Hartley Nature Center – starts May 18  3 Positions Available!
- Lake Superior Zoo–Â Starts June 8
- Many Rivers Montessori School – Starts June 8
- YMCA Day Camp (Essentia Wellness Center)–Starts June 8
- YMCA Day Camp (North Star Academy)–Â Starts June 8
- Grand Rapids Learning Academy (Grand Rapids, MN)–Â starts June 8
Full-Time OR Part-Time Positions Available (25 or 35+ hours/week)
- Duluth Public Library–Â starts May 18
- KEYZone at Lowell Elementary–Â starts May 18 or June 8
Part-Time Positions Available (25 hours/week)
- YMCA Day Camp (Cook County- Grand Marais, MN)Â –Â starts May 18
- Harbor Highlands Drop-In Center – starts May 18
Keep an eye out for more positions being added!
Applications for the May 18 start date are due by May 1, 2026.
Applications for the June 8 start date are due by May 22, 2026.
NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
This program is available to all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, religion, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request for interviews and service activities.
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