<p>AkronCanton Foodbank - Data & Communication VISTA Member</p> <p>The mission of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is to lead a collaborative network that empowers people to experience healthy and hunger-free lives. We distribute food to feed people, and we advocate, engage, and convene our community in the fight to end hunger. The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank provides food and other essential items to network partners in eight Northeast Ohio counties: Carroll, Holmes, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, and Wayne. These network partners operate 600 food pantries, hot meal sites, shelters, and other hunger-relief programs in the neighborhoods and communities where people need food. The Foodbank envisions a thriving community free of hunger. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.</p> <p>Member Duties : As a VISTA member with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, you will develop an Operational Response Plan to address gaps in food access and disparities identified in the Service Area Assessment. Collaborating with staff, neighbors, and partners, you'll create actionable strategies to promote equity and sustainability. Additionally, you'll play a key role on the Marketing team by collecting and sharing stories, photos, and videos to celebrate resilience, reduce stigma, and enhance community engagement. This role is ideal for someone passionate about addressing hunger and creating lasting solutions for underserved communities. Join our team today! Benefits include a monthly $200 housing stipend to supplement living costs.</p> <p>Program Benefits : Health Coverage* , Living Allowance , Relocation Allowance , Childcare assistance if eligible , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Hybrid Schedule: Both Remote & In-Person .</p> <p>Terms :</p> <p>Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .</p> <p>Service Areas :</p> <p>Community Outreach , Community and Economic Development , Neighborhood Revitalization , Hunger .</p> <p>Skills :</p> <p>Writing/Editing , Fund raising/Grant Writing , General Skills , Communications , Computers/Technology , Community Organization .</p>