Submitting OIG:
Report Description:
The AmeriCorps Office of Inspector General (AmeriCorps OIG) investigated allegations that AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) members were paid as employees of the Mississippi Center for Re-Entry (MSCRE) while simultaneously receiving an AmeriCorps living allowance for service at the organization, and that MSCRE’s founder instructed VISTA members to not disclose their employment relationship to AmeriCorps. AmeriCorps OIG’s investigation confirmed that one VISTA member was required to perform duties both within and outside their VISTA Assignment Description (VAD), while simultaneously receiving living allowance payments from AmeriCorps and paychecks from MSCRE. AmeriCorps OIG also confirmed that MSCRE’s founder directed VISTA members to not disclose their employment relationships with the organization to AmeriCorps.
Date Issued:
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Agency Reviewed / Investigated:
Submitting OIG-Specific Report Number:
Case ID 2023-039
Location(s):
Agency-Wide
Type of Report:
Investigation
Questioned Costs:
$0
Funds for Better Use:
$0
Report updated under NDAA 5274:
No
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