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SVDP NOLA Project - Communications & Fund Development VISTA

AmeriCorps, New Orleans, LA, United States


The SVDP VISTA Project strengthens long‑term pathways out of poverty by expanding adult education, workforce development, community assistance systems, and organizational sustainability across Southeast Louisiana. VISTA members will build capacity by developing curricula and tools, improving referral and data systems, supporting outreach and partnerships, and creating infrastructure that enhances SVDP’s ability to serve low‑income residents.

Member Duties
The AmeriCorps member will strengthen development, communications, and data systems that support long‑term sustainability. The member will build donor engagement tools, research grant opportunities, and develop fundraising infrastructure to enhance resource generation. They will create communication materials, storytelling content, and messaging frameworks to increase program visibility. The member will also develop systems for collecting and presenting impact data, create reporting templates and dashboards, and document processes to ensure continuity. This work will expand organizational capacity to sustain poverty‑reduction initiatives across Southeast Louisiana.

Program Benefits

Childcare assistance if eligible

Relocation Allowance

Living Allowance

Health Coverage

Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend

Education award upon successful completion of service

Training

For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.

Terms

Permits attendance at school during off hours

Permits working at another job during off hours

Car recommended

Service Areas
Community and Economic Development

Skills

Writing/Editing

Fund raising/Grant Writing

Computers/Technology

Communications

Summary

Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA

Program: SVDP NOLA Project - Communications & Fund Development VISTA

Program Start/End Date: 04/06/2026 - 04/05/2027

Work Schedule: Full Time

Education level: Some college

Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations: LOUISIANA

Languages: English

Accepting Applications: From 03/04/2026 To 08/01/2026

Contact: Katy Thomassie, 3500 Canal St, New Orleans LA 70119, 504-827-5842

Listing ID: 128768

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