AMERICORPS HOST SITE
Host one or more full-time members of the Imagine Justice AmeriCorps team. These national service volunteers provide direct service to youth and young adults in youth-serving nonprofit organizations across Pierce County.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM:​
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501(c)3 or public entity
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Serve Pierce County youth and/or young adults ages 12-24
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Capacity to provide AmeriCorps supervision and coaching
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Currently or able to start tracking participant data
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Commitment to anti-racism and cultural responsiveness
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Impact one or more positive youth development domains: caring, confidence, connection, competence, character, contribution
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Commitment to treat AmeriCorps members fairly, with respect, and as equal team members
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PREFERRED
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Serve justice-involved or at-risk youth
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Serve BIPOC youth and/or other vulnerable populations and/or populations disproportionately represented in the justice system
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Priority for organizations that are led by people of color or women
COMMITMENTS
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Sliding scale financial contribution based on organization size (from $2,500 – $10,000)
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In certain cases, the financial contribution can be waived. If this is a barrier for your organization please reach out.
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Provide supervision and coaching to AmeriCorps member(s)
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Attend required host site activities (approx. 1 hour per month)
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Support recruitment of AmeriCorps members
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Sign partnership agreement with Imagine Justice Project
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Provide necessary equipment and supplies
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Host the AmeriCorps member for one (1) full service year. (Late August - Mid July)
