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Organization Name: 
The GreenHouse

Agency Information: The GreenHouse is a Christian community enrichment center located in the Gardenland/Northgate neighborhood of Sacramento, California. We serve a low-income neighborhood block with over 550 children living on, more kids per capita than any other block in the greater Sacramento area.  Our mission is to cultivate a thriving community by nurturing the emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and physical development of our youth and inspiring them to grow to their full potential. We offer after-school tutoring, mentoring, leadership development, spiritual development, youth groups, summer day camps, and skill-building workshops. 

Job Description:
·         Build capacity for The GreenHouse through:
o    Fund Development
o    Volunteer Recruitment
o    Development of Community Partners
o    Communication with stake holders (donors, volunteers, and partners)
o    Outreach events
·         Assist with data collection
·         Complete monthly VISTA Reports
 
Qualifications:
·         Available for VISTA service April 19, 2010 – April 19, 2011
·         Available for training April 13, 2010 – April 16, 2010
·         High school diploma (bachelor degree preferred)
·         Passion for urban/youth ministries, youth development, and community transformation
·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills
·         Able to take initiative and work independently
·         Strong organizational skills
·         Strong project management and computer skills
·         Access to an automobile or public transportation (for local and regional transportation)
·         Ability to make a full-year, full-time commitment (no outside employment or education commitments)
 
Hours: FTE, 40 hours a week.
 
Benefits: Monthly stipend of $936, health-care coverage, 10 personal and 10 sick leave days, training and development opportunities, post-service education award of $4,725 or end-of-term stipend of $1200
 
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume by Feb. 17, 2010 to:
The GreenHouse
PO Box 348138
Sacramento, CA 95834
Attn: Kacie Stratton, Executive Director
Phone: (916)402-7978
 
Background information on Americorps VISTA: VISTA is a national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. AmeriCorps VISTA members serve full-time for a year in anti-poverty organizations and agencies throughout the nation, working on issues such as fighting illiteracy, improving health services, creating businesses, increasing housing opportunities, improving college access, and bridging the digital divide. VISTAs perform indirect service, which means they help build the capacity of organizations to deliver valuable direct services to people living in poverty. VISTAs typically create new programs, write grants, and recruit volunteers. For more information on Americorps VISTA, please visit http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp
Location:
The GreenHouseSacramento, CA, 95833
United States
Application Deadline: 
02/17/2010
Location: 
The GreenHouseSacramento, CA, 95833
United States
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