Take Stock in Children was established in 1995 as a non-profit organization in Florida that provides a unique opportunity for deserving low-income youth/students, many from minority families, to escape the cycle of poverty through education.

The mission of Take Stock in Children is to passionately promote
personal growth, self-responsibility, and academic success for
deserving low-income children by providing a unique set of
resources including mentors, scholarships, long-term support, student
advocacy, and a guaranteed educational opportunity.

Please visit our Website for more information www.takestockinchildren.org

VISTA member generally do not provide direct services, such as tutoring children or building homes. Instead, focus efforts on building the organizational, administrative, and financial capacity of the organizations in which they serve. VISTA member recruited by TSIC will develop programs that build organizational capacity in the area of Alachua County;

• Volunteer Recruitment, Retention, and Training

• Donor Relations/Development

In each case, you’ll be strengthening the Take Stock in Children organization so we can continue to provide scholarships, mentors and hope.

TSIC VISTA member should have a college degree or post-secondary certification, be creative, passionate, hard-working and committed to bringing individuals and communities out of poverty through education.

About VISTA National Service

Members make a year-long, full-time commitment to serve on a specific project at a nonprofit organization or public agency. AmeriCorps VISTA is open to all U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent resident aliens age 18 and older. Members receive a modest living allowance ($12,800 per year). Members who serve for a year also receive health coverage, childcare, if needed, and other benefits. After successful completion of a term of service, members can choose to receive a　Segal AmeriCorps Education Award　(approx. $5000) or post-service stipend.

Are you ready to serve? If so please upload your cover letter and resume through our Smart Recruiters portal.

Thank you for your interest in becoming an AmeriCorps Vista member for 2014-2015.