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Each VISTA Member makes a yearlong, full-time commitment to serve on a specific project at a nonprofit organization or public agency while living in the community and on a low wage. VISTA Members benefit from all of the standard support of VISTA Members across the nation:
- A living allowance adjusted to the county in which the VISTA Member serves
- A relocation stipend
- Student loan interest payments
- Professional development
- Health coverage
- Childcare assistance
- An educational award of $4,725 or cash stipend of $1,200 at completion of service
- Non-competitive eligibility status
In addition to these benefits, Youth Service California offers a housing stipend of up to $350/month to help defray the high cost of living in California. Eligibility for this benefit depends on the circumstances of the VISTA Member.
Also, VISTA Members serving with the Cesar E. Chavez Service Clubs have the extra benefit of being connected to a state-wide initiative with ties to the Cesar E. Chavez Foundation, CaliforniaVolunteers, KaBOOM!, and other agencies promoting service and volunteering. |
| Links and Related Resources
Corporation for National and Community Service
The National organization that is charged with coordinating all government service programs.
AmeriCorps Home Page
The national service program that incorporates and manages AmeriCorps*State and National, NCCC, and VISTA.
Peace Corps
International Service Opportunities
CaliforniaVolunteers
The California State organization that coordinates and state service programs.
Chavez Foundation
The organization dedicated to promoting the life and Legacy of Cesar E. Chavez.
AmeriCorps*VISTA
The twelve-month AmeriCorps position focused on fighting poverty.
VISTA Member Handbook
The on-line resource covering all the Terms, Conditions, and Benefits for VISTA service.
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