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SOTS - TCEDC Resource Development, Taos, NM

Goal of the Project: To build the capacity of resource development at Taos County Economic Development Corporation (TCEDC) to extend outreach to underserved populations, especially youth entering the workforce in rural and native communities in Taos County and beyond, using food programs to strengthen and leverage families into successful food businesses. As well as promotion of healthy eating in connection with the land and water. Objective of the Assignment: To develop, implement, and document resource development centered upon the TCEDC and associated programs such as the Taos Food Center that is focused on breaking breaking the cycle of poverty by leveraging native and rural youth into successful food businesses.

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Member Duties : Work with lead supervisor(s) to develop and document program outreach methods to increase funding opportunities, volunteer recruitment, and establish further partnerships with local organizations. Assist with the development, drafting, and completion of fundraising initiatives and grant proposals. Assist with the development and implementation of a viable outreach plan for native and rural youth who have limited economic opportunities. Work with supervisor (s) to link value added income generating activities focused on family health, food sovereignty, and regional practices to the Taos Food Center. Coordinate outreach to partnering organizations such as Native American Food Sovereignty Association (NAFSA), New Mexico Acequia Organization, and regional farms through phone, in person, and community meetings. Identify areas in need of improvement with regard to fundraising and informative materials to better communicate our services.

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


*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 , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas : Environment , Education , Children/Youth , Tribal , Hunger , Entrepreneur/Business , Community and Economic Development , Health , Community Outreach , Neighborhood Revitalization .

Skills : Public Speaking , Leadership , Teaching/Tutoring , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Team Work , Non-Profit Management , Community Organization , Environment , Computers/Technology , Business/Entrepreneur , General Skills , Writing/Editing , Youth Development , Conflict Resolution , Public Health , First Aid .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
SOTS - TCEDC Resource Development, Taos, NM

Program Start/End Date
02/10/2020 - 02/09/2021

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
College graduate

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	NEW MEXICO

Accepting Applications
From 01/14/2020 To 01/27/2020

Contact	Shannon Francis
1290 N Williams St
Denver CO 80218
7204568251
sfrancis@spiritofthesun.org
www.spiritofthesun.org

Listing ID	78076


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