Mission & Overview
The mission of the New York State Commission on National and Community Service is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering.
The Commission was established in 1994 by an Executive Order and Commission members are appointed by the Governor. They represent a diverse, bipartisan, and statewide network of interested citizens and supporters of service.
The Commission serves as the lead state entity responsible for networking volunteer resources and carrying out civic engagement initiatives as identified by the Governor. Commission members do not receive compensation but are eligible for reimbursement of related expenses.
New York State Service Plan
Every three years, the Commission produces a service plan for the state. The plan identifies and assesses the needs of the state, and outlines strategies and goals for addressing those needs through service and volunteerism.
Commission Meetings
Click below for an archive of recent public Commission meeting agendas and approved meeting minutes, as well as the designated locations and dates of upcoming meetings once they are scheduled.