Campus Compact VISTA - National Louis University

The Campus Compact AmeriCorps VISTA program places AmeriCorps VISTA members in full service with our campus and community partners for a one-year period. During this year, members spend 35 hours per week on their host site’s campus or with one of that campus’s community partners to work on building systems and programs that support low-income college students and community members. The VISTA member’s work is to build capacity, meaning that rather than directly serving the community, they’re enhancing or creating systems, structures, and resources that support the direct anti-poverty work. Campus Compact functions as the central VISTA program hub, performing program administration, offering training and support to VISTA members and their projects, and connecting the work happening in individual projects both to similar work happening nationwide and back to AmeriCorps. For detailed program information and FAQs, please visit our website.

Member Duties : The Food Pantry VISTA will play a vital role in developing and implementing long-term, sustainable solutions to address food insecurity and strengthen support systems for students in need. This position focuses on capacity-building efforts, program development, and community engagement to enhance the effectiveness and reach of pantry services. The VISTA will support the Food Pantry by assisting with programs and initiatives that address student food insecurity and promote equitable access to essential resources. Responsibilities include developing food distribution schemas, improving inventory systems, organizing outreach efforts, and supporting the development of initiatives that improve access to nutritious food for students in need. This role will also supports the identification, development, and maintenance of community partnerships with local organizations, food banks, and service providers to expand available resources and strengthen the overall impact of pantry operations.

Program Benefits : Training , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Living Allowance , additional host site non-cash supports , Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* .

Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours .

Service Areas :
Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach , Hunger .

Skills :
Computers/Technology , Community Organization , Fund raising/Grant Writing , Communications .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps VISTA

Program

Campus Compact VISTA - National Louis University

Program Start/End Date

08/10/2026 - 08/09/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

College graduate

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

ILLINOIS Chicago

Accepting Applications

From 04/09/2026 To 07/16/2026

Contact

Stephanie Diaz

89 South St

Boston MA 02111

0000000000

[email protected]

Listing ID

122982