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PCCE- Rochester Institute of Technology VISTA
 
 
 
FoodShare's mission is to eliminate food insecurity on campus by meeting the immediate and basic needs of the community and building a resilient support system. Since 2015, FoodShare has developed a robust foundation of programs and services aimed at addressing food insecurity. The Center has logged over 31,000 visits, providing essential support to over 1,000 unique students annually. Moreover, 86% of users reported that FoodShare had a positive impact on their health in 2024. Despite these efforts, food insecurity remains an issue, particularly among students facing financial hardship and those navigating unique challenges. Many students face uncertainty about their next meal, impacting their overall well-being and academic success. Assessments show 84% of FoodShare users worry about running out of food before having the funds to purchase more. To address these needs, the VISTA project will focus on creating strong internal and external systems to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation of FoodShare. In year one, the VISTA will build a staff model comprising student employees and volunteers, develop efficient systems for donation tracking, inventory processes, and data sharing. In year two, the focus will shift to strengthening relationships with community donors, including corporations, local businesses, and nonprofits. By year three, the goal is to create an effective closed-loop system with RIT Dining to reduce food waste on campus. Through these efforts, FoodShare aims to create a sustainable and impactful system-based approach to addressing food insecurity, empowering students to overcome financial challenges and achieve their full potential.
 
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Member Duties : The Y1 VISTA member will focus their efforts on the reimagining and strengthening of RIT FoodShare internal systems to ensure the intentional stewardship of community donations and establish a solid foundation for expanding external systems in subsequent years. The VISTA member will focus on building an innovative staff model for the RIT FoodShare Center, including creating a reporting structure for student employees and volunteers. The VISTA will clarify roles and responsibilities, ensuring each team member understands their key roles and how they fit into the bigger picture. This process will help identify any gaps or overlaps in responsibilities that need adjusting. The VISTA will benchmark other regional and national partners to determine an organizational structure that matches the Center’s size, programs, and collaboration needs as well as consider when to best leverage volunteers and overall efficiency of systems.
 
Program Benefits : Training ,  On Campus resources and facilities ,  Living Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Stipend . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Education ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Health ,  Hunger . 
 
Skills :
Team Work ,  Leadership ,  Non-Profit Management ,  Public Speaking ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Community Organization ,  Writing/Editing ,  General Skills ,  Business/Entrepreneur ,  Public Health ,  Recruitment . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
PCCE- Rochester Institute of Technology VISTA
Program Start/End Date
06/02/2025  -   06/01/2026
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Associates degree (AA)
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations PENNSYLVANIA ,  NEW YORK  
Accepting Applications
From  03/05/2025  To  07/11/2025 
Contact Lucio Perez
1 Lomb Memorial Dr
Rochester   NY   14623
5702955670
Lucio@pcce.org
www.pcce.org
Listing ID 121710

       

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