Program Benefits

In return for their service, corps members receive:

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

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  • Individual health insurance
  • An Eli Segal Education Award of up to $7,395 (for program year 2024-25) 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.

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.

In past years, an AmeriCorps grant has enabled BPE to provide a living stipend ($20,000 in 2024-25), an individual health insurance plan, and the Segal Education Award (currently $7,395 toward costs at a qualified institution of higher education or qualified loans). BPE is currently in the midst of the application process for 2025-26 AmeriCorps funding, and there is some uncertainty about federal funds and programming. We will update you as we receive word about AmeriCorps funding for the 2025-26 program 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 2025-2026 service year will start August 1st, 2024. 

Questions?

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