Community Champions

Volunteer Service Student Loan Benefits

Volunteers dedicated to serving communities and making a positive impact deserve support with their student loans. Discover comprehensive benefits through AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, VISTA, and other national service programs including education awards and loan cancellation benefits.

$6,895

AmeriCorps Award

70%

Peace Corps Cancellation

2

Years Service

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Volunteer Service Student Loan Programs

National service programs offer substantial student loan benefits for volunteers committed to serving communities. From education awards to loan cancellation, these programs reward your dedication to public service.

AmeriCorps Education Awards

$6,895 Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

AmeriCorps members who complete their full-time or part-time service commitment receive an education award that can be used to pay existing student loans or future educational expenses. Awards must be used within seven years of completion.

Full-Time Award: $6,895

Complete 1,700 hours of service

Half-Time Award: $3,448

Complete 900 hours of service

Interest Payment Benefits

Government pays interest during service on qualifying loans

AmeriCorps Programs

  • AmeriCorps State & National
  • AmeriCorps VISTA
  • AmeriCorps NCCC
  • Reading Corps
  • City Year
  • Teach for America

Service focus: Education, disaster relief, health, environment, and poverty alleviation

Peace Corps Benefits

  • 70% Perkins Loan Cancellation

    15% first year, 15% second year, 20% third year, 20% fourth year

  • Deferment Benefits

    Federal loan payments deferred during service

  • PSLF Eligible

    Service counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Additional: Transition assistance and career benefits

Peace Corps Volunteer Benefits

International service with substantial loan benefits

Peace Corps volunteers receive comprehensive student loan benefits including partial loan cancellation for Perkins loans and deferment options for federal loans. Service also qualifies for PSLF benefits upon return.

27-Month Service

Full volunteer commitment with 3 months training

Global Service

Serve in developing countries worldwide

Career Benefits

Federal job preferences and graduate school benefits

AmeriCorps VISTA

Fighting poverty in America

VISTA (Volunteers In Service To America) members focus on building capacity in low-income communities. Members receive the same education award benefits as other AmeriCorps programs plus additional loan benefits.

$6,895 education award or $1,800 cash stipend

Loan deferment during service

PSLF qualifying employment

Focus: Community development, education, and poverty alleviation

Senior Corps Programs

Experience-based volunteering

Senior Corps engages Americans 55 and older in service that addresses community needs. While primarily for seniors, some programs offer benefits for participants with existing student loans.

Foster Grandparent Program

Senior Companion Program

RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program)

Note: Limited loan benefits but valuable service experience

Specialized National Service Programs

Additional volunteer service programs with unique benefits and focus areas

Conservation Corps

  • Environmental restoration projects
  • AmeriCorps education awards
  • Outdoor skills development

Disaster Relief Corps

  • Emergency response support
  • Community rebuilding efforts
  • Crisis intervention training

Faith-Based Service

  • Religious organization partnerships
  • Community outreach programs
  • Social service initiatives

Transform Your Community and Your Financial Future

Your commitment to volunteer service deserves recognition and support. We help dedicated volunteers maximize their student loan benefits while making a meaningful impact in their communities through national service programs.

$12M+
Total Volunteer Benefits Secured
2,100+
Volunteers Assisted
89%
Award Application Success Rate
$8,200
Average Benefits Per Volunteer

Our Volunteer-Focused Support Process

Service Matching

Identify volunteer programs that align with your values and maximize loan benefits

Benefit Planning

Strategic planning to optimize education awards and loan cancellation benefits

Application Support

Expert assistance with program applications and benefit claim processes

Service Support

Ongoing guidance throughout your volunteer service commitment

Why Volunteers Choose Our Service

National Service Expertise

Deep knowledge of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and VISTA program requirements

Education Award Optimization

Strategic guidance on maximizing Segal AmeriCorps Education Award benefits

Service-Friendly Scheduling

Flexible support that works around volunteer commitments and service schedules

Post-Service Career Support

Guidance on leveraging volunteer experience for career advancement and additional benefits

AmeriCorps Volunteer Success Story

"I joined AmeriCorps VISTA to fight poverty, but I was worried about my student loans. The team helped me understand that my service would qualify for PSLF and that I'd receive a $6,895 education award. They guided me through the entire process, and now I'm using my award to pay down my loans while building a career in nonprofit work. Best decision I ever made!"

Maria C., AmeriCorps VISTA Alumna

Community Development Corporation, Phoenix, AZ

Popular Volunteer Programs We Support

Education Programs

  • • Teach for America
  • • Reading Corps
  • • City Year
  • • AmeriCorps Tutoring Programs

Environmental Corps

  • • Conservation Corps
  • • National Park Service
  • • Environmental Alliance
  • • Green AmeriCorps

Community Service

  • • VISTA (Poverty Alleviation)
  • • Disaster Relief Corps
  • • Health Corps
  • • Senior Companion Programs

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Connect with a specialist who understands both your service commitment and student loan needs

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Free consultation • Service-oriented approach • Community impact focused

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