AmeriCorps VISTA
AmeriCorps
A full-year national service program placing members in community-based organizations to build capacity for anti-poverty programs, such as fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and program development. Members earn a modest living stipend (at least 110% of the local federal poverty level) and can choose a Segal Education Award (~$7,395) or cash stipend at the end of service.
π Nationwide, project-dependentStipend
Who can apply
Age 18 or older, no upper limit; US citizen, US national, lawful permanent resident, or certain legal residents (refugee/asylee/TPS/DACA status per project); must pass a national service criminal history check.
How to prepare
Browse open VISTA project listings on americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista to find a cause area and location that fits; tailor your application to the specific capacity-building project description.
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