Ready. Set. GO! Food Insecurity Program VISTA

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In our service area, many children arrive at school without the basic resources needed to thrive. They often lack books at home, essential clothing, hygiene items, and access to nutritious food over weekends when school meals are unavailable. This situation contributes to educational disparities, making it difficult for these children to perform well in school and fully engage in their learning. Additionally, insufficient nutrition and good hygiene can cause a range of health problems, including weakened immune function, stunted growth in children, and an increased risk of chronic diseases. Moreover, hunger can negatively impact mood and cognitive function, leading to issues like anxiety and depression. Ready. Set. GO! fills those gaps by working with local schools to distribute weekly weekend food bags and clothing and hygiene items. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : The VISTA member main objective will be to promote healthy futures by actively engaging in capacity-building initiatives designed to enhance opportunities for low-income individuals through our Ready, Set, GO! program. The member will develop a comprehensive system for analyzing a needs assessment within the communities we serve. They will spearhead an awareness campaign aimed at educating partners and stakeholders about our mission and initiatives. Additionally, the VISTA member will recruit volunteers and facilitate workshops or training sessions to empower them effectively. They will identify and create new resources essential for the various components of Ready, Set, GO! to operate efficiently. Finally, the member will evaluate program outcomes and gather feedback to ensure continuous improvement and adaptation to the community''s needs. Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service . *For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/. Terms :

Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours . Service Areas :

Children/Youth , Community Outreach . Skills :

Recruitment , Community Organization , Team Work , Communications . Refine Search SUMMARY Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA Program Ready. Set. GO! Food Insecurity Program VISTA Program Start/End Date 09/08/2026 - 09/07/2027 Work Schedule Full Time Education level High school diploma/GED Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None Program Locations IDAHO Languages English Accepting Applications From 08/03/2026 To 09/06/2026 Contact Arial Howell 1649 Woodruff Park Idaho Falls ID 83401 208-522-2674 ahowell@unitedwayif.org Listing ID 130351

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