Frequently Asked Questions

ENROLLMENT & EXIT

What are the restrictions on who is eligible?

People who are willing to participate as peers in your service-leadership program and have some experience in community outreach. Program members must be at least 17 years old (a parent signature is required for someone who is 17) and either be a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien.

What materials are needed for member files?

The Bonner Enrollment Booklet,* complete with all signatures and information included in the following parts:

• Member Application
  • Parental Consent letter (if under 18 years old)
  • Enrollment Form
  • Member Contract
  • Drug-Free Workplace Policy
  • Prohibited Activities
  • Informed Consent
  • Emergeny Notification
  • Criminal Background Check (if working with vulnerable populations)
  • Acknowledgment:   Waiver of Responsibility
• The following materials must be stapled to and turned in with the above mentioned Enrollment booklet:
  • Citizenship, Naturalization, or Resident Alien Documentation
  • High school Diploma, GED, or college transcripts.
  • Community Learning Agreement*
  • Time Logs*
  • End of Term/Exit Form*

All materials should be signed by members and supervisors when appropriate.

*Forms may be found in the Bonner AmeriCorps Workbooks available in the resources section of the website. For additional copies contact Maryann Mule' at maryann@bonner.org.

What procedures must occur if a member does not finish their term of service?

Regardless of the reason for exiting their term, a member MUST turn in a properly signed AmeriCorps Exit Form to be considered legally and properly exited from the program.   If a member fails to turn in an Exit Form, and simply drops out, they are ineligible to participate in any other AmeriCorps program.  

If a member cannot complete their term due to "Personal & Compelling Circumstances" (See Member Contract for definition) a letter with an explanation must be included with the exit form describing why they must leave the program early.   They will then be considered in receiving a prorated education award voucher.  

If a member is simply unable to complete their term due to lack of interest or because they obtain a job, a member will be exited without an award.   

If a member is not enrolled in AmeriCorps but is still a Bonner Leader what documentation does the Bonner Program Director need?

The Bonner Program does not ask for the extensive documentation that AmeriCorps members are required to have.   We only wish for a list of names of students, as well as a list of their service activities when reporting.

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