How is being a VISTA Member different from serving as an AmeriCorps volunteer?
Both are national service programs. Each has different terms, conditions and benefits. Two key features of the VISTA program are: (1) projects must be related to the elimination, reduction or alleviation of poverty and (2) VISTA Members perform indirect or capacity-building service as opposed to direct service. In other words, VISTAs are meant to help develop and/or strengthen existing organizations and projects through activities like program development, volunteer recruitment and management, fund development, community awareness/relations, etc. See www.americorps.gov for more information on the distinction between types of national service.
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