Resource Development VISTA - 2026-27

Resource Development VISTA - 2026-27

Resource Development VISTA

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps VISTA members are Volunteers in Service to America who perform indirect service to build capacity and sustainable solutions.

What will you do?

The resource development VISTA member creates, documents and implements a plan for donor engagement, tracking and recognition in order to increase the overall donor experience and donor buy-in to Habitat's mission. Each strategy should be well documented and evaluated to ensure sustainability beyond your service.

• Research, develop and document a resource development and marketing plan, including targeting local individuals, businesses, faith organizations, school groups, civic groups and other community organizations.

• Research, develop and implement systems to track donor contacts and donations and develop a donor recognition plan to recognize donor loyalty and/or milestones.

This position will focus on resource development aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?

• Organization name: Niagara Area Habitat for Humanity

• Nearest metropolitan area: Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area

• Full-time staff: 5

• Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 2

• Number of homes to be built: 3, plus 12-18 repair projects

• Activities and attractions: Located in Western New York, this area offers access to a wide variety of cultural, recreational, and natural attractions. It is best known for the world-renowned Niagara Falls and Niagara Falls State Park, as well as the scenic Finger Lakes Region with its lakes, wineries, and outdoor activities. Residents enjoy proximity to the vibrant cities of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, along with the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, which provide opportunities for boating, fishing, and waterfront recreation. The region is also home to notable attractions such as the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, the Buffalo Zoo, and a passionate sports culture anchored by the Buffalo Bills, making it an appealing destination for individuals and families seeking a blend of urban amenities, outdoor adventure, arts, and entertainment.

• Unique projects: This AmeriCorps position will provide essential support to increase funding streams and brand awareness for Niagara Area Habitat for Humanity (NAHFH). They will create a fund development plan, apply for grant funding, plan and facilitate fundraisers, and support NAHFH in garnering new funding streams to support our mission. In addition, the VISTA will create promotional and marketing materials to support the various fund development initiatives and increase awareness of NAHFH.

When will you serve?

Start dates are flexible and based on this location's availability. Talk to the hiring manager for this position about start dates during your interview process. The start date will be 4-6 weeks from receiving an offer and no earlier than September 2026.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Annual living allowance of $25,637.60

• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service.

• Forbearance for most federally guaranteed student loans.

• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.

• Ten personal and 10 medical leave days.

• Personal and professional development opportunities.

• Childcare benefits, if you qualify.

• Noncompetitive eligibility status for federal employment for one year after successful completion of service.

• Relocation travel assistance for members relocating more than 50 miles to serve

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?

Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.

• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.

• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.

• Have experience working on a team.

• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.

• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.

• A personal vehicle is required for service.

Location:

Niagara Falls, NY

State/Region:

New York

Position Category:

Volunteer Opportunity

Type:

AmeriCorps

Travel:

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About Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.

At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God's love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect.

We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.