What is ShoreCorps /PALS?

ShoreCorps/PALS (Partnership for Adolescents on the Lower Shore) is the AmeriCorps program at Salisbury University.  ShoreCorps/PALS is a partnership with community-based organizations serving at-risk youth in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico and Worcester counties.  This service year, partner sites are only located in Caroline, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties.

ShoreCorps/PALS mission is to serve at-risk youth and adolescents in the classroom, after-school programs, in-school programs and in public and private non-profit agencies. 

On the Eastern Shore of Maryland, ShoreCorps/PALS members serve in positions providing:

• homework assistance
• mentoring services
• parent and family support services
• community outreach activities
• fun & educational activities
• volunteer recruitment & management to help support community activities

Lasting social change requires a commitment

ShoreCorps/PALS members embark upon a challenging experience that will have a lasting effect on their lives and the lives of people in the communities they serve.  Members receive a living allowance & other benefits!  Follow the "Information for Applicants" link on the main page for more information!