VISTA PROGRAM | HopeWorks

HopeWorks VISTA Program

Inspiring Change
Inspiring change and addressing poverty within Snohomish County.
Through the use of cross sector collaboration and building the capacity of organizations in Snohomish County. Our AmeriCorps Members and partnering organizations are providing opportunities & resources to people in poverty so they can climb out of poverty is the mission of the HopeWorks VISTA Program.

National Service

Since 1965, AmeriCorps members in the VISTA program have joined the fight against poverty.

The VISTA program serves in each of the 50 U.S. states and in all U.S. territories. Each full time member serving as an AmeriCorps member serves one year, dedicating their time and talent to their sponsoring organization.

Partnership

Everyone Counts

HopeWorks VISTA Program has built an environment of support and helpful resources to make sure that Partnership is always a priority. Our success is driven by the hearts, minds, and souls of our community. Come and join us.

Host an AmeriCorps Member

Build capacity within your organization; apply to host an AmeriCorps member through the HopeWorks VISTA Program.

Members Receive

Bi-Weekly Paid Living Allowance
Professional Development and Training
Networking Opportunities
Basic Health Coverage
Relocation Allowance (if Eligible)
Student Loan Deferment/Forbearance (If Eligible)
Childcare Assistance (If Eligible)
Choice of Segal Education Award or Cash Stipend
Non-Competitive Eligibility Letter

Organizations Receive

Dedicated administrative support and training from HopeWorks
Expert training/webinars from AmeriCorps
Recruitment support from HopeWorks
Dedicated AmeriCorps Member for one year for low cost of $7500

Find out more by emailing CathrynCole@hopewrks.org

Making A Difference

Our VISTA projects include focusing on the following:

Affordable Housing
Living Wages
Opioid Crisis
Barriers to Equity
Barriers to Education
Environmental Stewardship

2020-2021

TEAM

The HopeWorks VISTA Program is currently comprised of 10 AmeriCorps members and 1 Leader grouped within two cohorts. They come from a wide range of backgrounds and degrees and each have their own personal reasons for dedicating a year of service in helping their organization build capacity in a sustainable project.