Program Benefits

In return for their service, corps members receive:

• A modest living allowance of approximately $1,800 per month, up to $20,000 for the 2023-24 program year

  

• Individual health insurance
• An Eli Segal Education Award of up to $6,895 (for program year 2023-24) upon successful completion of service to be used for eligible education expenses
• Extensive professional development, training, and leadership skill building

Dudley Promise Corps members who are interested in taking the next step to become a Boston public school teacher are encouraged to learn more about Boston Teacher Residency during their service year.

Eligibility

Eligible candidates must:

• Be at least 17 years of age
• Hold a high school diploma or GED by the start of the program
• Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident alien
• Agree to state & federal background checks

 Program Start Date

The 2023-2024 service year will start August 1st, 2023. 

Questions?

If you have questions, please contact promisecorps@bpe.org

 AmeriCorps funding covers the corps member stipend, individual health insurance plan, and the Segal Education Award.  Every three years, AmeriCorps programs re-apply for funding.