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Rural Action Community Resources VISTA
 
 
 
Appalachian Ohio is rich with assets--assets like our people, our land, and unwavering sense of self-reliance. Our region is also ripe for industry that builds on these assets while supporting the environment and the communities who call it home. As the Rural Action Community Resource VISTA, you can help us harness these assets and mobilize them for a more sustainable, more successful small business economy. This VISTA will join Rural Action staff and AmeriCorps at the Kuhre Center for Rural Renewal, 9030 Hocking Hills Drive, The Plains, Ohio. Rural Action VISTA benefits include: An annual living allowance of $12,311; A Segal Education Award of $6,095; An optional cash award of $1,800 in lieu of the Segal Education Award; 1 full year of non-competitive status for Federal jobs after term completion; Healthcare; Mileage reimbursement for service-related travel; Experience and training in nonprofit management, sustainable sectors, environmental restoration, community development, community organizing, and Appalachian culture; Networking and teambuilding with regional leaders and passionate National Service members; Grant writing experience Rural Action VISTA members serve in rural communities, so access to reliable transportation is a must. Rural Action does not discriminate on the basis of does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. Contact shannon@ruralaction.org for more information. After applying, VISTA applicants MUST complete additional steps, so be looking for more communication. Thank you for your interest!
 
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Member Duties : As the Rural Action Community Resource VISTA, you can help us harness regional assets and mobilize them for a more sustainable, more successful small business economy. This VISTA will assist with business and social enterprise creation, expansion, and branding, with a specific focus on the agriculture and natural resources sectors. Tasks include designing and coordinating educational tracks to support local entrepreneurs in marketing, recruitment, management, and grant and business plan writing. The VISTA will provide technical assistance to 40 new and existing food businesses in Athens, Perry, Meigs, Morgan and Hocking Counties by supporting entrepreneurs with connections to financial capital, including traditional lenders and private investors. This VISTA will have the opportunity to explore a new Farm incubator on newly-farmable land provided by the Chesterhill produce auction, including researching, budgeting, creating an operating structure, and policy development.
 
Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Living Allowance ,  Training ,  Education award upon successful completion of service . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Car recommended ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Education ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Hunger ,  Entrepreneur/Business ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
Community Organization ,  Leadership ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Writing/Editing . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Rural Action Community Resources VISTA
Program Start/End Date
08/05/2019  -   08/03/2020
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OHIO  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  03/10/2019  To  07/01/2019 
Contact Shannon Stewart
9030 Hocking Hills Dr
The Plains   OH   45780
740-767-4938
shannon@ruralaction.org
ruralaction.org
Listing ID 87172

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