National Service Recruitment

National Service is your chance to make a meaningful impact on people in need while gaining valuable work experience and earning living and education stipends.

AmeriCorps VISTA

AmeriCorps VISTAs are national service members that perform indirect service at local organizations, such as recruiting volunteers, building program curriculums, fundraising and grant writing, connecting communities with resources, and creating sustainability within their agencies. As part of the federal agency AmeriCorps, AmeriCorps VISTA provides an opportunity for individuals to gain professional experience while contributing to long-lasting solutions to the problems of poverty and disparities in local communities.

The Ohio Association of Foodbanks has operated one of Ohio’s largest AmeriCorps VISTA programs since 2006. Through our AmeriCorps VISTA program, ShareCorps, you can find a one-year, full-time position focused on creating meaningful change for people living at or near poverty.

Benefits of your service include:

Living allowance of around $1,800 per month (just increased!)
Health care allowance provided
End of Service Award of either $7,395 Eli Segal Education Award or $1,800 cash stipend
Qualified loans placed into forbearance and interest accrued during year paid
NEW: Bonus $200 monthly housing allowance!
Childcare benefits provided, if eligible
Relocation allowance, if applicable
Biannual in-service trainings and professional development opportunities

To learn more about benefits of service, click here.

Part-time employment, beyond your service, is now permitted with the approval of your host site. College coursework is also permitted but cannot exceed part-time status.