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Stewards VISTA: Grow OH Valley Y1
 
 
 
Our organization is a community-based nonprofit working to strengthen the local food economy, expand market access for small farmers, and increase access to healthy, affordable food for families. Through initiatives like our Public Market and Food Hub development, we support farm and food entrepreneurs while addressing food insecurity and economic opportunity. Located in a vibrant rural region with growing local food momentum, our community offers strong partnerships, access to outdoor recreation, and a collaborative, small-town environment where innovation can thrive. The VISTA member will focus on building organizational capacity by developing grant strategies, strengthening volunteer systems, creating fundraising efforts, and expanding community outreach and partnerships. They will help formalize systems that increase earned revenue, expand farmer participation, and deepen impact for low-income households. We are seeking a motivated, organized, and community-minded individual with an interest in food systems, nonprofit management, rural development, or economic mobility. Strong communication, initiative, and adaptability are key. The project runs for one year (dates vary by cohort). To learn more, candidates can contact Stewards Individual Placements. For those relocating, our area offers a welcoming community, meaningful hands-on experience, and the opportunity to create lasting impact in a place where relationships truly matter.
 
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Member Duties : The VISTA member will build the systems that power a growing local food economy. Key activities include researching and preparing grants, developing donor and fund development strategies, strengthening volunteer recruitment and management systems, and designing community outreach plans for staff to expand participation in our Public Market and Food Hub initiatives. The member will help formalize partnerships with farmers, regional agencies, and community organizations to increase economic opportunity and healthy food access. This is a capacity-building role focused on creating sustainable frameworks, tools, and strategies that will continue beyond the service year, ideal for a motivated self-starter interested in food systems, nonprofit leadership, and community development.
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Education award upon successful completion of service . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Hunger ,  Community Outreach ,  Environment ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Entrepreneur/Business . 
 
Skills :
Business/Entrepreneur ,  Community Organization ,  Communications ,  Writing/Editing ,  Non-Profit Management . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: Grow OH Valley Y1
Program Start/End Date
09/08/2026  -   09/07/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations WEST VIRGINIA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/22/2026  To  09/01/2026 
Contact Addie Gilkerson
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley   WV   25801
3045331211
agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org
www.stewardslegacy.org
Listing ID 129957

       

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