How to Serve as a VISTA Member
Serving as a VISTA is a great way to gain tangible skills in nonprofit administration, network with local, regional, and state leaders, and learn more about a new community. CRC has several open positions for VISTAs to serve in either CRC’s Denver-based office or in one of our rural-based host sites.
What are the benefits of serving through CRC’s VISTA program?
As an AmeriCorps VISTA member you will:
- Gain indirect service experience and skills in nonprofit best practices
- Serve a full-time for one year at a host site organization in Colorado
- Receive an annual living stipend and eligibility to access to healthcare and child care
- Upon completion of service will be eligible to receive education award of $6,895.00 or end-of-year stipend of $1,800
- Attend CRC member orientation at the beginning of your term and have access to free professional development opportunities throughout the year
- Gain free access to the Colorado Grants Guide platform to support your grant research and grantwriting efforts.
- Receive ongoing coaching, guidance, and support from CRC staff
- Become part of a statewide network of national service members and build lasting relationships in our state’s vibrant communities
I’m ready to serve! How do I apply?
Start by exploring all of our open positions. Identify positions that are of interest to you and submit your application directly through My.AmeriCorps.gov
Once you submit your application, a CRC Staff member will reach out to set up an initial interview. Second-round interviews with the Host Site Supervisor will be conducted with applicable candidates. Many of our positions are competitive, so please submit your application early!
Community Resource Center is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a commitment to affirmative action principles. People of color, women, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQ+ people, and people from low-income backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
