Submitted by United Way of Thurston County
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, many organizations need to build robust emergency response plans, develop creative virtual community engagement opportunities and identify and implement program needs and changes, especially as demands for technology increase.
AmeriCorps VISTA members can help to build an organization’s capacity to accomplish new projects while pursuing the larger goal of fighting poverty.
The Greater South Sound VISTA team, managed by United Way of Thurston County, encourages public, nonprofit, and tribal organizations in Thurston, Pierce, Mason, Lewis, Grays Harbor, Clallam and Jefferson Counties (their Greater South Sound VISTA region) to apply to become a VISTA host site.
To learn more about the programs, visit the Corporation for National Community Service and AmeriCorps VISTA website.
Learn more about Greater South Sound VISTA Projects on the United Way of Thurston County website.
WHO: Greater South Sound VISTA
WHAT: Become a VISTA Host Site
WHEN: Currently Accepting Applications
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Lindsay Fujimoto at lfujimoto@unitedway-thurston.org or by calling 360-943-2773 x 122
About United Way of Thurston County
United Way of Thurston County fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in the community by identifying critical needs in Thurston County within their focus areas and investing in local nonprofits doing the best work to meet those needs. Together United Way solves complicated issues by convening community stakeholders and collaborating to develop short and long-term strategies. United Way is an excellent steward of donor dollars and is committed to transparency, accountability and sound fiscal management. Learn more on the United Way of Thurston County Website.
