Backpack Program Associate - United Way of Fairfield County Job at AmeriCorps, Cleveland, OH

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  • AmeriCorps
  • Cleveland, OH

Job Description

At United Way of Fairfield County, we are committed to using our resources to create meaningful, lasting impact. We fulfill our mission by bringing together community partners—leading, educating, and challenging one another to develop sustainable, relevant programs that improve the quality of life for all. Our vision is that every individual in Fairfield County has access to the services and resources they need to live a successful, fulfilling life. Since 1940, the United Way has worked in Fairfield County to advance the common good by focusing on equitable opportunities to education, financial stability, and health. These are the building blocks for a good life - a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health. Causes may come and go, but we are here for good. The United Way of Fairfield County raises approximately $1.5 million annually working with a team of volunteers who share with fellow workers and friends in the community about the challenges to prosperity or even independence some face in Fairfield County. United Way is the partner of choice for many individuals, agencies, corporations, and organizations who want to make a real impact in our community. With these partnerships, United Way can effectively advocate for Fairfield County’s most pressing difficulties accessing education, financial stability, and healthy living as well as leverage resources to make a measurable impact in the Fairfield County community.





Member Duties : In this role, the VISTA member will expand our weekend backpack feeding program to address food insecurity among school-aged children. The member will implement data-driven systems to identity unmet needs, assess service gaps, and guide strategic expansion. They will strengthen community partnerships and volunteer infrastructure to ensure consistent program delivery across all school districts. The member will also develop diversified funding streams to ensure long-term financial stability. The member will empower the program to expand beyond its current reach of 13 schools serving 974 students to become a year-round initiative that advances equitable access to nutritious food and supportive resources for children and families throughout Fairfield County. This role is perfect for someone that is familiar with data and planning systems, is comfortable communications, and is passionate about ending hunger.*Benefits include a monthly $200 housing stipend to supplement living costs.




Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Stipend , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Relocation Allowance , Health Coverage* .




Terms :
Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .




Service Areas :
Community Outreach , Children/Youth , Hunger , Community and Economic Development , Health .




Skills :
Communications , Community Organization , Education , Recruitment , Youth Development .






SUMMARY



Program Type:



AmeriCorps VISTA






Program



Backpack Program Associate - United Way of Fairfield County






Program Start/End Date



06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027






Work Schedule

Full Time






Age Requirement



Minimum: 18 Maximum: None




Program Locations

OHIO




Accepting Applications



From 03/02/2026 To 07/10/2026






Contact

Carmichael Carmichael



115 S Broad St



Lancaster OH 43130


6142214336



lcarmichael@ohiofoodbanks.org






Listing ID

129279

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation package, Weekend work

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