United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's mission is to support the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community. The proposed VISTA project aligns with the economic opportunity focus area.
The VISTA project will seek to:
- Support and enhance the pilot programs of the Empire State Poverty Reduction Initiative (ESPRI) program sites and further the work of the Financial Stability Project.
- Create future opportunities for capacity building and expansion of the Hudson Valley CASH Coalition.
- Foster sustainability planning and measures for continuation of the project and success thereof.
The VISTA project seeks to benefit at least 7,000 low income individuals and families.
Areas of Responsibility:
Three VISTA members will contribute to the goals of the project by performing activities that will enhance develop United Way's Financial Stability Project (FSP). Such tasks will include:
- Promoting financial literacy
- Developing workshops
- Capacity building of the Hudson Valley CASH Coalition
- Other activities that will increase organizational capabilities to remove economic barriers for individuals and families over the course of the year.
FIELD OF SERVICE
- Community and Economic Development
- Community Outreach
- Hunger
- Homelessness
- Housing
Educational Background:
Associate Degree
Compensation/Benefits:
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Health coverage
- Stipend or Living Allowance
- Professional development opportunities
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Nov 20 2019
Active Until:
Dec 20 2019
Hiring Organization:
United Way Worldwide
industry:
Nonprofit