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2021-2022 Development Associate VISTA
 
 
 
Spanish Coalition for Housing is a HUD approved Housing Counseling Agency providing comprehensive counseling, education and housing resources necessary for Latinos and other low-to-moderate income families with two offices in north and south Chicago while also serving virtually across the Chicagoland area. Our mission is to develop competence and responsibility in meeting the communities financial and housing needs while advocating and promoting additional resources for them. Spanish Coalition for Housing is a local and national leader in the housing counseling sector and continues to innovate its service delivery and expands its target market presence. We deliver quality programs and compassionate service to all residents in need. This project will enhance the development department’s capacity by researching and identifying grant and fundraising opportunities available locally and nationally that are mission aligned. The Development Associate VISTA will research and design a fundraising strategy to transform onetime event in-kind giving donors into engaged and sustained monthly giving members. Explore the use of communication tools that are effective and target designated donor groups based on levels of interest. Based on data collected, identify creative personalized ways for donors to actively participate in organizational events and develop a stronger relationship. Share findings with Development Team during a brief presentation. An interest in the mission of Spanish Coalition for Housing is essential. Applicants must have strong communication and research skills. This position is a part of the Housing Action AmeriCorps Network, which is an AmeriCorps VISTA program managed by Housing Action Illinois since 2010. As such, this position will receive customized training, support, guidance, and networking opportunities, in addition to the traditional opportunities for AmeriCorps VISTA positions. Learn more about the program at Housing Action’s website.
 
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Member Duties : The assigned VISTA will be conducting extensive research and collecting and dissecting donor data. The ideal candidate needs to be able to be creative, adaptable and analytical. Demonstrate capacity to use a variety of communication tools and have excellent written communication skills. The VISTA will enhance the development department’s capacity by researching and identifying grant and fundraising opportunities available locally and nationally that are mission aligned.
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  Ventra or Metra Pass ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Health Coverage* . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit http://www.vistacampus.gov/healthcare
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development ,  Housing . 
 
Skills :
Writing/Editing ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Communications ,  Computers/Technology . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
2021-2022 Development Associate VISTA
Program Start/End Date
08/30/2021  -   08/29/2022
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations ILLINOIS   Chicago  
Languages
English
Spanish
Accepting Applications
From  07/09/2021  To  08/30/2021 
Contact AmeriCorps Leader
1922 N Pulaski Rd
Chicago   IL   60639
312-939-6074
vista@housingactionil.org
Listing ID 101920

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