What is VISTA?
AmeriCorps*VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is a full-time, national service program for individuals interested in developing lasting solutions to the problems of poverty in America. AmeriCorps*VISTA members serve in community and faith-based nonprofit organizations and with other agencies and local governments to develop and expand services and programs that help bring low-income people out of poverty.

The AmeriCorps*VISTA program has been addressing the needs of impoverished communities since 1965. In total, more than 146,000 individuals have joined forces with 13,000 local organizations to strengthen poor communities and help people escape poverty across the nation.

CBVC receives funding from two sources, the first being a small supervision grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service. The remaining funds are raised locally through a sponsor cash match of $5,700.

CBVC members serve one year (365 days). The majority of this commitment is in service through their sponsoring sites. However, up to 300 hours may be devoted to training, member development and disaster services. Members are required to attend Pre-Service Orientation. Sponsors are selected through a competitive process based on their proposal that meets CBVC objectives and critical community needs.

A partnership between the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross and the Corporation for National and Community Service makes this program possible. These organizations bring their combined expertise in service to rural communities, AmeriCorps, volunteer management and a mission of "getting things done." The Oregon Trail Chapter manages all CBVC placements.

For more information please visit
www.americorps.org.

What is VISTA?
What are VISTA's Program Priorities?
Who are AmeriCorps*VISTA members?
How do CBVC members serve?
CBVC Member Benefits
Sponsor Eligibility Requirements
General Guidelines
Apply to be a sponsor