AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist, Montana Campus Compact
Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page. Please apply directly through the University of Montana’s career portal UM Jobs at https://umjobs.silkroad.com/ for positions at the University of Montana – Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College. Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*. Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) invites applications for an AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist to join their team. The AmeriCorps VISTA Program Specialist is a grant-funded position and is responsible for co-leading candidate recruitment for MTCC’s AmeriCorps National Service programming, training implementation and program evaluation for the MTCC AmeriCorps VISTA program. The role works as…
20 AmeriCorps Members Needed in West Virginia
If you are interested in gaining experience and skills in Heritage Tourism, Conservation, Historic Preservation, and/or Community Development then Appalachian Forest Heritage Area has an opportunity for you. AFHA AmeriCorps members helps local organizations to enhance community, natural, and historic assets. Member assignments focus on heritage development (including museums and community development), conservation of natural resources; and/or historic preservation of community buildings. AFHA AmeriCorps members are primarily based in Randolph, Tucker, or Pocahontas County, WV with some positions based in other AFHA counties in West Virginia, and some travel to project sites in additional counties. Training will be provided, although…
Assistant Director for Student Engagement and Service
Our Vision: Engaged citizens, strong communitiesPosition OverviewThe Assistant Director for Student Engagement and Service is responsible for coordination and strategic development of all Gephardt Institute initiatives that pertain specifically to undergraduate and graduate students, including co-curricular, curricular, and internship programs. The Assistant Director fosters student learning, engagement, and leadership in civic life, supporting the Institute’s mission of cultivating informed and actively engaged citizens. This is accomplished through community partnerships, educational programs, and student leader training/advising with attention to principles of collaboration, sustainability, inclusion, responsible engagement, positive impact, civic reflection, and effective program practices. The Assistant Director frequently engages students and…
Jumpstart
Jumpstart is a Boston-based program that pairs federal Work-Study college students with children in Head Start and other programs serving low-income preschoolers. The volunteers work one-on-one with the children in their daily school activities. The programs was founded by Aaron Lieberman in 1993 when he was a Yale University student. It now operates in 11 cities including New York, L.A. and Washington. The program, which serves more than 1,500 children this school year, has a $7 million annual budget that comes mostly from private funding and some government grants. As Jumpstart’s CEO, Mr. Lieberman is shifting the growth of the…
California School of Professional Psychology Dean
Alliant International University, a nationally recognized learning institution that educates and prepares students to work in a multicultural/international world, invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP). With six California and three international campuses, CSPP is a leader in educating future researchers and practitioners of Clinical Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Couple and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, and Clinical Psychopharmacology. Offering an array of degrees including PhD, PsyD, MA, and BA programs, as well as numerous certificates, CSPP enrolls approximately 2,300 students who enter the workforce prepared to make a significant difference in…
Director, Ginsberg Center for Community Service Learning
About the Ginsberg Center at the University of Michigan:The University of Michigan is one of the world’s leading public research universities serving a diverse population of 41,000 students of which over 26,000 are undergraduates, who come from throughout the United States and over 80 foreign countries. University of Michigan is home to 19 schools and colleges offering top-ranked academic programs and diverse cultural and social opportunities in a stimulating intellectual environment. The University is well known for its commitment to public engagement.For 12 years, the University’s Ginsberg Center for Community Service Learning in the Division of Student Affairs has served…
International – Carrefour Foundation
The Carrefour Foundation, the charitable arm of the Carrefour Group, provides funding to local nonprofit associations working on projects linked to food in countries where Carrefour is present. Examples of eligible projects include the development of social grocery stores and agricultural production, the promotion of the food and catering professions, and the implementation of nutrition programs to encourage healthy eating. The Foundation also provides financial support for network leaders who have a reputation for the quality and lasting effects of their actions, in order to help them to develop and consolidate their work. Countries where Carrefour is present include Argentina,…
Actuarial Foundation – K12 Math
Advancing Student Achievement (ASA), an initiative of the Actuarial Foundation, supports math enhancement programs that bridge the gap between classroom and real world mathematics for grades 4-12 students in U.S. public and private schools. Programs eligible for support may include, but are not limited to, clubs, competitions, before and after school programs, classroom extension periods, etc. Funded programs must impact 20 to 25 students and meet a minimum of one time per month. ASA grants are for a two-year period and range up to $5,000 annually. Applications may be submitted throughout the year. Visit the Actuarial Foundation’s website to learn…
Cedar Tree Founadtion
The Cedar Tree Foundation is dedicated to the belief that the power of individuals and organizations can make significant changes in our world. The Foundation’s grant-making focuses on the following areas of concern: sustainable agriculture, environmental education, and environmental health. The Foundation gives particular consideration to proposals demonstrating strong elements of environmental justice and conservation. Although the Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, U.S.-based nonprofit organizations working in the Foundation’s program areas are welcome to submit letters of inquiry at any time. Visit the Foundation’s website for instructions on developing letters of inquiry.
Nat/Intl – Ford Foundation
The goals of the Ford Foundation are to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation, and advance human achievement. The Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations worldwide that address the following social justice issues: Educational Opportunity and Scholarships; Democratic and Accountable Government; Economic Fairness; Freedom of Expression; Human Rights; Sustainable Development; Gender, Sexuality, and Reproductive Justice; and Metropolitan Opportunity. When assessing grant applications, the Foundation looks for long-term strategies, knowing that lasting social change requires decades of effort. Nonprofit organizations and international NGOs may submit online grant inquiries at any time. Visit the Foundation’s website to learn…
Michigan Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA Summer Associates
Michigan Campus Compact Summer Associates is an eight-week program. Summer Associates will begin their term of service on Friday, June 15, 2012 and end on August 3, 2012. Program goals: Summer Associates will utilize skills as College Positive Volunteers (CPVs) as a means of promoting educational attainment in K-12 youth. Summer Associates will engage in educational programming that serves to prevent summer learning loss. Summer Associates will develop campus-community partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and youth serving organizations to enhance conditions that improve learning. Possible Projects for the AmeriCorps*VISTA Summer Associates: Utilize first-generation college students to mentor underserved/at risk youth, promoting…
Michigan Nonprofit Association AmeriCorps*VISTAs
Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA) Civic Engagement AmeriCorps*VISTA members will be placed with K-12 schools, college campuses, or volunteer centers, but will serve at least half of their service hours off site with a community partner. MNA*VISTAS will promote and strengthen community-building initiatives focused on education and economic opportunity. Members will serve in one or more of the following five capacities: 1) Engage in activities intended to improve learning and success in low-achieving schools. 2) Engage in high quality service and service-learning projects in low-achieving schools. 3) Engage in counseling, academic, enrollment, and retention support activities for economically disadvantaged students. 4)…
Ohio Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA Summer Associates
The Corporation for National and Community Service is committed to ensuring a brighter future for all of America’s youth and engaging students in community. The AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate Program gives campuses an opportunity to invest in both of these goals.Member Duties: Develop, implement, and manage educational programs that build awareness of food insecurity and hunger issues in local communities. Assist with the management and implementation of local community garden projects. Assist with the management and implementation of local summer nutrition and food access programs. Build awareness of hunger issues through education and community gardens and summer nutrition and food…
New York Campus Compact (NYCC) AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader
New York Campus Compact is an association of college and university presidents dedicated to principles of civic engagement. New York Campus Compact is seeking a dynamic VISTA Leader to support and enhance current VISTA programming for our 14-member team. Located in Ithaca NY, home of Cornell University and Ithaca College, and nestled in the scenic Finger Lakes region, NYCC will provide a stimulating leadership and learning experience. The VISTA Leader will work from our Ithaca office and will travel to host sites across the state. The NYCC VISTA Leader will provide ongoing personal and professional support to our AmeriCorps VISTA…
Massachusetts Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTAs
Massachusetts Campus Compact (MACC) is a nonprofit coalition of 70 college and university presidents committed to developing the civic skills of students, building partnerships with the community and integrating civic engagement with teaching and research. Massachusetts Campus Compact’s work encompasses a broad range of activities designed to increase the effectiveness of those working to make higher education institutions vital agents of civic renewal. The MACC AmeriCorps VISTA program was developed in response to the needs of MACC member campuses and in recognition of the potential for institutions of higher education to more responsibly address the local needs of low-income communities,…
Maine Campus Compact College Access VISTA
Maine Campus Compact is looking for passionate people to fight poverty as AmeriCorps*VISTA members by increasing college aspirations among K-12 youth in Maine. Each member will serve at a college or community organization for a one-year term. At your site, you will develop and coordinate programs that will increase the capacity of campuses to provide student volunteers to serve low-income K-12 students. This could include creating or coordinating mentoring, tutoring, or advising programs, providing training for college students to serve as volunteers, working with faculty and staff to support service initiatives focused on college aspirations and access, writing grants and…
MA Campus Compact EPC AmeriCorps*VISTA Summer Associates
The Education Partnerships Corps (EPC) will develop, build, support, and deepen campus- community partnerships for education that directly impact the preparation, pursuit and year-to-year persistence of economically disadvantaged children, youth and adults. Corps members will work toward strengthening campus-community partnerships for education that focus on: Partnership Focus 1: School readiness (teaching, tutoring, and the provision of education readiness support services to children and families) Partnership Focus 2: School success (teaching, tutoring, mentoring of students, expanded learning or out of school time programs and other school improvement support) Partnership Focus 3: College access and success (programs that help students prepare for…
Illinois Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA
Illinois Campus Compact is a coalition of colleges and universities that actively engage students, faculty and staff as active members of its community. Each VISTA project is responsive and relevant to the lives of community residents, and taps into inherent community strengths and resources to alleviate poverty. Now in our fifth year with the VISTA program, ILCC is looking for VISTAs to help member campuses improve services for student veterans and military families, first-generation college students (FGCS) and youth from low-income backgrounds. The focus of ILCC VISTA work is to create sustainable programming and partnerships across campus and in the…
Florida Campus Compact VISTA Initiative (FL|CC)
The FL|CC VISTA Initiative contributes to the missions of FL|CC and the Corporation for National and Community Service by placing VISTA members with colleges, universities and community-based organizations. The FL|CC AmeriCorps VISTA Initiative provides resources, networking opportunities, and training for VISTA members. FL|CC VISTA members work to combat poverty through leveraging higher education resources to build the capacity of local non-profit organizations and through recruiting and training college students to provide college access mentoring for youth. FL|CC VISTA members are successfully building bridges between the classrooms and communities by connecting educators, students, and community partners to improve education and address…
College Health Corps VISTA Leader, MN Campus Compact
APPLICANTS MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ONE VISTA SERVICE TERM BEFORE BECOMING A VISTA LEADER. The College Health Corps VISTA Leader’s primary responsibility will be to support the work of 10 VISTAs at various campus and community sites throughout Minnesota working to create greater healthcare access and health literacy for primarily low-income and underserved populations. Minnesota Campus Compact (MNCC) leverages the collective assets of higher education institutions and communities, building partnerships and educating students to develop creative solutions to pressing public issues. We are the only coalition in Minnesota that brings together a critical mass of all types of higher education institutions…