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Energy Communities AmeriCorps VISTA- Community Services Net

In 1964, Congress passed the Economic Opportunity Act as part of America’s War on Poverty. This act created a funding stream for communities to address poverty on the local level. Today, each state receives Community Services Block Program (CSBG) funds according to a statutory formula. In turn, states fund a network of local entities for the purpose of assisting low-income individuals and families with activities and support services that empower them to overcome the effects of poverty and to support their progress towards greater self-sufficiency. In Wyoming, the Department of Health administers the CSBG funds. These funds are granted out to CSBG Eligible Entities. In many states, these Eligible Entities are referred to as Community Action Agencies. Community Services Network of Wyoming (CSNOW) is the statewide association for Wyoming's Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) program grantees. Our mission is to provide advocacy, training, technical assistance, and support to Wyoming CSBG-eligible entities to build, strengthen, and unify the Community Action Network and its agencies. By providing numerous training and networking opportunities around the state, we strengthen the work that CSBG funded organizations do in their community. We facilitate communication between these agencies so that successful programs can be replicated across the state. We advocate on behalf of these agencies so that they can continue the work they do in their community for generations to come. We also partner with other organizations and stakeholders that are working to alleviate poverty across the state of Wyoming. CSNOW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization governed by a board of directors.

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Member Duties : The VISTA member will assess and develop an asset map of existing community supports and new federal opportunities available to the community. The VISTA will identify organizations serving the community, and build partnerships and coalitions to align resources. The VISTA will develop strategic plans utilizing community input to identify anti-poverty initiatives needed by the community.

Program Benefits : Stipend , Health Coverage* , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Relocation Allowance .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Car recommended .

Service Areas : Community Outreach , Community and Economic Development .

Skills : Community Organization , Public Speaking , Communications , Team Work , Leadership .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
Energy Communities AmeriCorps VISTA- Community Services Net

Program Start/End Date
12/02/2024 - 12/01/2025

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	WYOMING

Accepting Applications
From 09/25/2024 To 12/02/2024

Contact	Shelby Street
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley WV 25801
6812380947
sstreet@conservationlegacy.org
www.stewardslegacy.org/ecap

Listing ID	124486


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