HOPE Family Enrichment Center VISTA - Columbus, United States - Americorps

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    HOPE Family Enrichment Center VISTA


    HOPE's goal is to provide direct advocacy services, outreach, education, awareness, and training opportunities to all Noxubee County, Mississippi citizens.

    Currently, 99% of the underserved population HOPE serve identifies as Black/African American, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, older adults, teen moms, etc.

    Given the increasing need for support to those impacted by food insecurity, financial barriers, and awareness of available resources, many citizens seek solace in our organization's ability to provide food assistance and serve as a liaison for additional support services.

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    Member Duties :

    The VISTA member's sole responsibility will be to assist with marketing the program including managing the social media page, securing volunteers, and funding from donors and grants.

    Additionally, the VISTA will be responsible for securing volunteers for events and creating volunteer schedules.

    The goal of the VISTA will be to assist HOPE with building its capacity to serve the community on a larger scale.

    The VISTA will primarily be located at the host address. However, there are times in when the VISTA will travel for meetings and or programs/events hosted by the organization.

    Lastly, the VISTA will be responsible for assisting the Executive Director with planning and implementing an annual volunteer recognition ceremony as well as assisting organize an annual Black Tie Event for fundraising.


    Program Benefits :

    Stipend , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Relocation Allowance , Training , Health Coverage* , Education award upon successful completion of service , Living Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible .


    Terms :
    Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .


    Service Areas :
    Community Outreach .


    Skills :


    General Skills , Education , Recruitment , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Non-Profit Management , Social Services , Public Health , Conflict Resolution , Counseling , Community Organization .