Learn more about your biweekly stipend and the various benefits awarded to City Year Cleveland AmeriCorps members – both during and after service.
Plan & prepare
By prioritizing and planning, you can live in Cleveland on your City Year stipend. The information and resources below will help you prepare for your year (or two) of service.
Your stipend
Cleveland is a decently affordable city. Student success coaches will receive $1,122 (pre-tax) biweekly, and school day learning coaches will receive $792 (pre-tax) biweekly, so budgeting ahead of time is key to help make the stipend cover your expenses! Your Service Year Adviser will share resources throughout the year. Reach out if you need any additional support!
National benefits
In addition to your stipend, you’ll also receive health insurance, access to Employee Assistance and Talkspace Therapy programs, as well as relocation support.
Your student loans may be eligible for forbearance
You may be eligible to have the repayment of a qualified student loan temporarily postponed while you are serving. While a loan is in forbearance, the individual is not required to make payments. Learn more on AmeriCorps’ website to see if you’re eligible and how to apply.
Whether you are relocating or a longtime resident of Cleveland, you will benefit by having a housing plan in place before service begins.
Keep yourself organized and ready for registration day.
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