Southern WV Coalfields Tourism Development II VISTA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Community Health, Fundraising / Charity, Youth Development, Non-Profit / Outreach
Overview
Rural Appalachian Improvement League, Inc (RAIL) was founded in 2001 by community volunteers to help build a new and sustainable social structure and economic base in the southern West Virginia coalfields. This project will aim to increase tourism by researching and developing ways to make the area more attractive to tourists such as the revitalization of downtown areas, the expansion of Southern WV Performing Arts, and by working closely with WVU Community Development Associates.
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- Work closely with WVU to prioritize steps for the revitalization of the downtown areas.
- Research ways to expand Southern WV Performing Arts to draw tourists to the area and increase revenue.
- Research three cities' vacant property ordinances and meet with city officials to discuss ways to adopt ordinances in Mullens.
- Research grants that will support tourism to increase employment opportunities in the coalfields.
- Collaborate with three other organizations that will support tourism growth, including New River Transit, Work Force WV, and Coalfield Development.
- Submit at least one grant proposal.
- Training
- Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
- Living Allowance
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- Relocation Allowance
- Health Coverage*
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Car recommended.
Service AreasCommunity and Economic Development.
SkillsCommunity Organization, Business/Entrepreneur, Computers/Technology, Fund raising/Grant Writing, Fine Arts/Crafts, Team Work, Communications.
Program Details- Program Type:
Ameri Corps VISTA - Program:
Southern WV Coalfields Tourism Development II VISTA - Program Start/End Date: 03/23/2025 - 04/04/2026
- Work Schedule:
Full Time - Education level:
High school diploma/GED - Age Requirement:
Minimum 18 - Program Locations: WEST VIRGINIA
- Languages:
English - Accepting Applications:
From 03/03/2025 To 04/04/2026
Kristi Halsey
PO Box 171
Mullens WV 25882
railwv.org
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