(c) Function of clearinghouse An organization that receives assistance under subsection (a) of this section may
(1) assist entities carrying out State or local service-learning programs with needs assessments and planning;
(2) conduct research and evaluations concerning service-learning;
(3)
(A) provide leadership development and training to State and local service-learning program administrators, supervisors, service sponsors, and participants; and
(B) provide training to persons who can provide the leadership development and training described in subparagraph (A);
(4) facilitate communication among entities carrying out service-learning programs and participants in such programs;
(5) provide information, curriculum materials, and technical assistance relating to planning and operation of service-learning programs, to States and local entities eligible to receive financial assistance under this subchapter;
(6) provide information regarding methods to make service-learning programs accessible to individuals with disabilities;
(7)
(A) gather and disseminate information on successful service-learning programs, components of such successful programs, innovative youth skills curricula related to service-learning, and service-learning projects; and
(B) coordinate the activities of the Clearinghouse with appropriate entities to avoid duplication of effort;
(8) make recommendations to State and local entities on quality controls to improve the quality of service-learning programs;
(9) assist organizations in recruiting, screening, and placing service-learning coordinators; and
(10) carry out such other activities as the Chief Executive Officer determines to be appropriate.
