VMO Development & Marketing Coordinator VISTA-IHDF

At affiliates and chapters nationwide, the “I Have A Dream Foundation” works to ensure that all children have the opportunity to pursue higher education, fulfill their potential, and achieve their dreams. We empower youth in under-resourced communities to choose and pursue the post-secondary pathway their dreams by equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed, as well as guaranteed scholarship support.

Ameri Corps VISTA Members will help affiliate/chapter sites in Milwaukee, WI;
Newark, NJ; and New York, NY. Members will perform a variety of valued non-profit development tasks including but not limited to volunteer recruitment, community outreach, and access to funding through grants and donor cultivation. Through a stronger network of volunteer mentors and tutors and sustainable funding, “I Have A Dream” Foundation affiliates and chapters will deliver more consistent and effective wraparound support to the Scholars it serves.

We are seeking self-motivated, compassionate applicants who enjoy working on behalf of young people and diverse individuals, including Dreamer Scholars, their families, and members of the community. Successful candidates will have a passion for social justice and educational equity, excellent time management skills, the flexibility to work with organizations in an active growth phase, strong attention to detail, and the ability to analyze and solve problems.

Serving with our experienced team, you will learn essential skills in outreach and marketing, fundraising, and project management. Most importantly, by raising awareness about our mission and programs, you will make a difference for hundreds of local kids. For more information, go to our website veadreamfoundation.org

Based at the local affiliate or chapter site, the Development & Marketing Coordinator - VISTA Member will focus on marketing and outreach activities to raise brand awareness and recruit mentors for long-term service including but not limited to social media and constituent communications. In addition, members will support development and operations by performing research, data entry, donor outreach, and grant writing and/or management.

IHDF is seeking volunteers from all backgrounds and experience. Work hours and conditions: positions are hybrid with some teleservice possible. In general, hours are M-F for 8 hour shifts per day, to be agreed upon between the member and supervisor.

• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Living Allowance
• Training
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Relocation Allowance
• Health Coverage*

• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Education
• Community Outreach
• Children/Youth

• Writing/Editing
• Conflict Resolution
• Computers/Technology
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Communications
• Public Speaking
• Team Work
• General Skills
• Youth Development

01/12/2026- 01/11/2027

Full Time

High school diploma/GED

Minimum:18 Maximum:

None

CALIFORNIA,GEORGIA,WISCONSIN,TEXAS,NEW JERSEY,FLORIDA,NEW YORKMiami/Ft. Lauderdale,New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY),Atlanta,Dallas/Ft. Worth