Join us April 24-26 in Minneapolis, MN for in-person 2024 National Service Training, hosted by America's Service Commissions (ASC). Come together with national service program colleagues, state and territorial service commission staff, AmeriCorps agency colleagues, and volunteer engagement partners for an educational and inspiring training opportunity.
Registration
Registration Is Closed
We have reached capacity for in-person National Service Training. To join the wait list, please email us. Registration for the virtual event remains open.
We have reached capacity for in-person National Service Training. To join the wait list, please email us. Registration for the virtual event remains open.
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Registration Rates
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Registration Deadlines
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Registration Instructions
To register for the event, you will first need to create an ASC profile or log-in to your existing ASC account using the event registration link provided. If you are a new user, enter your email under "New Users" to create an account. If you already have an ASC account but do not know your password, click "Forgot Password" and enter your work email address. You'll then be prompted to create/update your password in the system.
Once you are logged in, please return to the event registration link to finish registering. Click "register yourself" to go through the process.
Download detailed log-in instructions.
To register for the event, you will first need to create an ASC profile or log-in to your existing ASC account using the event registration link provided. If you are a new user, enter your email under "New Users" to create an account. If you already have an ASC account but do not know your password, click "Forgot Password" and enter your work email address. You'll then be prompted to create/update your password in the system.
Once you are logged in, please return to the event registration link to finish registering. Click "register yourself" to go through the process.
Download detailed log-in instructions.
venue & lodging
Need to confirm your hotel reservation? Our reservation system is now closed; please contact your hotel directly for any modifications, cancellations, or requests for new rooms (based on room/rate availability).
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Hilton Minneapolis
All event sessions will take place at the Hilton Minneapolis, our headquarters hotel. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Our alternate lodging hotel, the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, is approximately a seven minute walk from the Hilton. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Downtown Minneapolis
Our alternate lodging hotel, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Downtown Minneapolis – Downtown Convention Center, an IHG Hotel, is approximately one block from the Hilton. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Our alternate lodging hotel, the Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown, is approximately .5 miles from the Hilton. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
Attendees may book rooms online at any time or via telephone at 407-583-6049 from Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm ET. For special requests or to book a block of rooms, please email DF Meetings & Events.
The credit card provided is used only to guarantee the reservation and is not charged at the time of booking. If you will not have a credit card to provide at check-in, please email DF Meetings & Events or call them at 407-583-6049, and they will assist you with setting up prepayment for your room(s). The card used to guarantee your reservation may be charged in the event that the guest no-shows or cancels within the cancellation penalty.
Individual guest cancellations will be accepted up to 72 hours prior to arrival, after which deadline cancellations will be charged one night’s room and tax.
Our alternate lodging hotel, the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, is approximately a seven minute walk from the Hilton. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
- Discounted rate: $199/night plus tax (available until April 3 or the block is sold out)
- Complimentary internet access
- Multiple dining options, indoor pool, and fitness center
- Self-parking is available via Loring Parking Ramp next door with in-and-out privileges for $30/night
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Downtown Minneapolis
Our alternate lodging hotel, the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Downtown Minneapolis – Downtown Convention Center, an IHG Hotel, is approximately one block from the Hilton. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
- Discounted rate: $174/night plus tax (available until April 3 or the block is sold out)
- Complimentary internet access
- Complimentary breakfast
- Limited parking available on-site for $20/day or $15/day next door at public lot
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Our alternate lodging hotel, the Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown, is approximately .5 miles from the Hilton. Attendees who make hotel reservations through our group block will receive the following benefits.
- Discounted rate: $119/night plus tax
- Complimentary internet access
- Complimentary breakfast
Attendees may book rooms online at any time or via telephone at 407-583-6049 from Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm ET. For special requests or to book a block of rooms, please email DF Meetings & Events.
The credit card provided is used only to guarantee the reservation and is not charged at the time of booking. If you will not have a credit card to provide at check-in, please email DF Meetings & Events or call them at 407-583-6049, and they will assist you with setting up prepayment for your room(s). The card used to guarantee your reservation may be charged in the event that the guest no-shows or cancels within the cancellation penalty.
Individual guest cancellations will be accepted up to 72 hours prior to arrival, after which deadline cancellations will be charged one night’s room and tax.
Location & Travel
Travel & Transportation
Attendees are responsible for their own transportation to and from Minneapolis, as well as between the airport and hotel. ASC does not provide any travel or transportation for the event.
Air Travel
The closest airport is the Minneapolis St. Paul Airport (MSP). For the first time, ASC is pleased to have airline discounts available for event attendees.
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for America's Service Commissions. Book Delta flights online or call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111 Monday–Friday, 8:00am–6:30pm (ET) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM2Y6. (There is no service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the reservation 800 number.)
Southwest Airlines is proud to partner with ASC. To access the discounted fares, log into SWABIZ through the Traveler tab. Enter Company ID 99260490 followed by your Rapid Rewards account information. Search for the flight you would like to book. Travelers will received 25% more Rapid Rewards bonus points on all qualifying flights booked via SWABIZ using ASC's Company ID number.
United Airlines is pleased to partner with America's Service Commissions for air travel. Make United flight reservations online or call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday–Friday at 800.426.1122 for booking assistance and reference discount code ZNWJ252193. (Booking fees are waived for meeting reservations.)
Ground Transportation
Taxis and ride-share services (Uber, Lyft etc.) are widely available. There are also public transportation options. More information is available from the MSP airport.
Exploring Minneapolis
We encourage attendees to explore our host city outside of event activities. View our custom Google map for suggestions of things to do, places to go, and sights to see — all recommended by ServeMinnesota staff! Check out Meet Minneapolis and Visit St. Paul for more information about the Twin Cities.
Attendees are responsible for their own transportation to and from Minneapolis, as well as between the airport and hotel. ASC does not provide any travel or transportation for the event.
Air Travel
The closest airport is the Minneapolis St. Paul Airport (MSP). For the first time, ASC is pleased to have airline discounts available for event attendees.
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for America's Service Commissions. Book Delta flights online or call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111 Monday–Friday, 8:00am–6:30pm (ET) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM2Y6. (There is no service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the reservation 800 number.)
Southwest Airlines is proud to partner with ASC. To access the discounted fares, log into SWABIZ through the Traveler tab. Enter Company ID 99260490 followed by your Rapid Rewards account information. Search for the flight you would like to book. Travelers will received 25% more Rapid Rewards bonus points on all qualifying flights booked via SWABIZ using ASC's Company ID number.
United Airlines is pleased to partner with America's Service Commissions for air travel. Make United flight reservations online or call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday–Friday at 800.426.1122 for booking assistance and reference discount code ZNWJ252193. (Booking fees are waived for meeting reservations.)
Ground Transportation
Taxis and ride-share services (Uber, Lyft etc.) are widely available. There are also public transportation options. More information is available from the MSP airport.
Exploring Minneapolis
We encourage attendees to explore our host city outside of event activities. View our custom Google map for suggestions of things to do, places to go, and sights to see — all recommended by ServeMinnesota staff! Check out Meet Minneapolis and Visit St. Paul for more information about the Twin Cities.
AccomModations
We will make every reasonable effort to provide effective accommodations for event participants. Accommodation requests including dietary requests must be made at the time of registration. If you have an accommodation request (e.g., dietary restrictions, service animal relief area, interpreter, or Braille) for the event, please indicate when you register in the space provided or email us for further assistance.
We also encourage you to complete our anonymous survey with any ideas on how we can make our event more welcoming and inclusive.
For accommodation requests that are related to your hotel room, please email DF Meetings & Events, our official hotel partner for all National Service Training events, or call them at 407-583-6049 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm ET).
We also encourage you to complete our anonymous survey with any ideas on how we can make our event more welcoming and inclusive.
For accommodation requests that are related to your hotel room, please email DF Meetings & Events, our official hotel partner for all National Service Training events, or call them at 407-583-6049 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm ET).
AGENDA
For planning purposes, please note the event start and end times.
- Start Time: Wednesday, April 24 at 1:00pm Central
- End Time: Friday, April 26 at 1:30pm Central
social & networking opportunities
Minnesota Twins vs. Chicago White Sox — Ticket Sales Now Closed
"Catch" your national service colleagues and friends at Target Field on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:40pm CT for a Minnesota Twins game before stepping into the “batter’s box” for National Service Training. A block of seats has been reserved along the third base line towards the outfield for our group. Tickets are $31.50 each when purchased through ASC. Don't wait until the bottom of the ninth — purchase your tickets today!
If you purchased a ticket through ASC, you will receive your ticket and more information via email.
Questions? Contact Alli Zuel, ASC’s Volunteer Engagement Manager.
Networking at NST
We're excited to offer three networking opportunities at the 2024 NST event in Minneapolis. On April 24, join us at Orchestra Hall for the ASC welcome social from 5:30-7pm CT. On April 25, applicable attendees are invited to join our affinity group meet-ups from 5:30-6:30pm CT. Attendees can indicate their interest in the networking receptions when completing the registration form. In addition, one of the workshop blocks during the event will feature networking rooms rather than traditional presentations.
"Catch" your national service colleagues and friends at Target Field on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:40pm CT for a Minnesota Twins game before stepping into the “batter’s box” for National Service Training. A block of seats has been reserved along the third base line towards the outfield for our group. Tickets are $31.50 each when purchased through ASC. Don't wait until the bottom of the ninth — purchase your tickets today!
If you purchased a ticket through ASC, you will receive your ticket and more information via email.
Questions? Contact Alli Zuel, ASC’s Volunteer Engagement Manager.
Networking at NST
We're excited to offer three networking opportunities at the 2024 NST event in Minneapolis. On April 24, join us at Orchestra Hall for the ASC welcome social from 5:30-7pm CT. On April 25, applicable attendees are invited to join our affinity group meet-ups from 5:30-6:30pm CT. Attendees can indicate their interest in the networking receptions when completing the registration form. In addition, one of the workshop blocks during the event will feature networking rooms rather than traditional presentations.
special meetings
Special meeting signups are now closed.
Interested in hosting a meet-up during National Service Training? Complete our special meeting request form.
Special meetings are a way for commissions or other cohorts of attendees to meet up and network at NST. At previous events, attendees have gathered around AmeriCorps VISTA, specific types of organizations hosting AmeriCorps programs, and more.
Please do not complete the request form unless you are willing, able, and available to serve as a convener/facilitator for the meet-up.
The special meeting request form asks for:
Available special meeting times include:
All rooms will have standard A/V (projector, screen, and laptop) available for use. The room setup will be determined closer to the event and will not be able to be changed by your group. Please note, our current plan does not include tabletop space in the available rooms. Special meetings will be listed in our agenda; however, it is your responsibility to communicate the meeting to your intended attendees.
Special meeting requests will be confirmed by ASC staff as soon as possible after they have been made; however, room assignments will not be made until closer to the event. If all the available rooms for each time slot are filled, a waitlist will be kept.
Interested in hosting a meet-up during National Service Training? Complete our special meeting request form.
Special meetings are a way for commissions or other cohorts of attendees to meet up and network at NST. At previous events, attendees have gathered around AmeriCorps VISTA, specific types of organizations hosting AmeriCorps programs, and more.
Please do not complete the request form unless you are willing, able, and available to serve as a convener/facilitator for the meet-up.
The special meeting request form asks for:
- Contact information for lead point of contact
- Name of meeting as it should be listed in the event app and online agenda (i.e., Arizona AmeriCorps Meet Up)
- Estimated number of attendees
- First choice meeting time
- Second choice meeting time
Available special meeting times include:
- 9:00-9:45am CT on Wednesday, April 24 — only a few spots available
- 10:00-10:45am CT on Wednesday, April 24 — only a few spots available
- 8:00-8:45am CT on Friday, April 26
- 1:45-2:30pm CT on Friday, April 26
All rooms will have standard A/V (projector, screen, and laptop) available for use. The room setup will be determined closer to the event and will not be able to be changed by your group. Please note, our current plan does not include tabletop space in the available rooms. Special meetings will be listed in our agenda; however, it is your responsibility to communicate the meeting to your intended attendees.
Special meeting requests will be confirmed by ASC staff as soon as possible after they have been made; however, room assignments will not be made until closer to the event. If all the available rooms for each time slot are filled, a waitlist will be kept.
Volunteer Opportunities
There are many volunteer opportunities during NST, and we are so grateful for those who volunteer during our event. We would not be able to make these events a success without volunteers! Any attendee is invited to sign up for volunteer shifts.
Tip: To view the volunteer opportunities in a different format, click on the calendar icon and view in weekly or daily mode.
Tip: To view the volunteer opportunities in a different format, click on the calendar icon and view in weekly or daily mode.
attendee informational session
On March 27, ASC hosted an informational session for NST registrants to learn tips, tricks, and best practices for making the most of the event. If you missed the call, you may watch the session recording or view the session slides.
Thank you to our event sponsors!
