OIG Findings

What the AmeriCorps Office of Inspector General has flagged in recent audits, and what it means for how you run your program on Monday morning.

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OIG Findings/September 4, 2026

How Commissions Can Catch Timesheet and Term Errors Early

When education awards are tied to weak time records or unsupported service-term changes, the cost lands late and hard. A commission can catch most of it before exit with a tighter review sequence.

OIG Findings/August 6, 2026

Internal Controls That Save a Two-Person Program

When your office is tiny, internal controls can sound like a luxury meant for bigger shops. They aren't. They're the repeatable habits that catch mistakes early, document review, and protect your AmeriCorps grant later.

OIG Findings/August 5, 2026

What to Reconcile Before AmeriCorps Grant Closeout

Closeout is where old mistakes stop hiding. Before the final package leaves your desk, make sure your cash, reports, and supporting records tell the same story.

OIG Findings/July 31, 2026

The AmeriCorps OIG Findings That Keep Coming Back

Published AmeriCorps OIG reports often point to the same kinds of compliance breakdowns. Here's where the patterns tend to show up, why good organizations still get caught there, and the control that helps.