The Santa Barbara Peace Corps Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization made up of a diverse group of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) and other like-minded individuals who live in the general geographic area of Santa Barbara and the Central Coast area of California.

We regularly host social, educational, and community service activities, and serve as a resource for RPCVs as well as people interested in joining the Peace Corps. Through our Mini Grants Program, we offer small grant opportunities for currently-serving Peace Corps Volunteers and others who qualify.

Join or Renew your Membership Today!

Benefits of membership

  • Network & socialize with an active group of Peace Corps people.

  • Attend & help fund (through your dues) our social, educational, and cultural events.

  • Support our mini-grants program with your dues.

  • Help fulfill Peace Corps' third goal: To help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans.

  • Receive our newsletters and invitations to all of our events.

  • Vote in our annual board election.

  • Assist Peace Corps applicants and soon-to-be PCVs in preparing for Peace Corps service.

  • Help recently-returned RPCVs with their readjustment.

  • Serve as a resource for RPCVs new to the area.

  • Participate in local volunteer activities.

Membership FEES

FREE for:

  • Current Peace Corps Invitees

  • Current Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs)

  • Recently Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) for their first 12 months after close of service (COS)

$25* a year for:

  • All others

*On March 1, 2024, dues increased from $20/year to $25/year, after several several years with no increase.

OPTIONS FOR PAYING DUES:

It’s quick and easy! Plus, you’ll get a convenient auto-generated receipt for your personal and tax purposes.

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Pay by CHECK in person at one of our events, or via mail to:

Santa Barbara Peace Corps Association
P.O. Box 91406
Santa Barbara, CA 93190