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Stewards VISTA:Hatfield and McCoy Foundation WV Y1
 
 
 
The Hatfield and McCoy Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Logan County, West Virginia, dedicated to preserving Appalachian history while promoting heritage tourism, education, cultural preservation, and economic opportunity throughout southern West Virginia and eastern Kentucky. The Foundation operates the historic Hatfield & McCoy Homeplace and Museum, located near the renowned Hatfield-McCoy Trail System, and works with schools, nonprofits, tourism agencies, and community partners to celebrate regional history and strengthen local communities. The AmeriCorps VISTA member will support efforts to expand the Foundation’s capacity to serve visitors, community members, and regional partners. The member will develop systems that strengthen museum operations, volunteer engagement, visitor services, educational programming, and community outreach. Responsibilities may include creating outreach materials, creating communication toolkits and social media templates, organizing volunteer resources, developing event-planning tools focused on Appalachian history, culture, and heritage tourism. The member may also develop resources for staff on building partnerships with schools, tourism organizations, community groups, and local leaders to increase awareness of the museum and expand opportunities for educational and cultural programming. Through these efforts, the VISTA member will help strengthen the Foundation’s long-term sustainability and community impact. Logan County offers affordable living, scenic mountain landscapes, outdoor recreation opportunities, and direct access to the Hatfield-McCoy Trail System. Members will gain valuable experience serving with nonprofit leaders, educators, tourism professionals, and community partners while contributing to heritage preservation and economic development efforts throughout Appalachia. For more information, contact Stewards Individual Placements.
 
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Member Duties : VISTA members will support capacity building efforts focused on heritage tourism, nonprofit growth, and community engagement at the historic Hatfield & McCoy Homeplace in southern West Virginia. Members will develop resources for museum operations for staff to support visitor engagement focused on Appalachian history and community development. Additional responsibilities include creating plans for volunteer coordination, social media and communications, outreach materials for schools and community organizations, partnership development, and tourism initiatives supporting rural economic development. Members will gain hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, historic preservation, museum administration, public programming, and community engagement while helping strengthen sustainable community resources throughout Appalachia.
 
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Living Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Training . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Uniforms provided and required . 
 
Service Areas :
Education ,  Community Outreach ,  Community and Economic Development . 
 
Skills :
Computers/Technology ,  Community Organization ,  General Skills ,  Communications ,  Teaching/Tutoring ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Youth Development . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA:Hatfield and McCoy Foundation WV Y1
Program Start/End Date
09/08/2026  -   09/07/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations WEST VIRGINIA  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/23/2026  To  09/01/2026 
Contact Addie Gilkerson
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley   WV   25801
3045331211
agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org
www.stewardslegacy.org
Listing ID 129979

       

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