The Willow Center is excited to announce we are partnering with the United Way of North Idaho to host a Grant Writer/Fundraising Assistant VISTA to assist the organization in its fundraising efforts for the coming year. 

Specifically, the Vista Grant Writer/Fundraising Assistant will launch and sustain a robust fundraising resource operation for Willow Center. In doing so, the VISTA will gain knowledge in mental health resources in the community, research and write grants, participate in the fundraising committee, attend and help manage fundraising activities, maintain a robust grants database and events calendar, and assist with various marketing activities throughout his/her tenure. Additionally, the VISTA will interact with the Board, community members and volunteers to accomplish their objectives.

A member is eligible for a bi – weekly stipend paid through Americorp and the position can partially be fulfilled remotely.  This is a year long commitment for the VISTA and Willow Center. Benefits offered during term of service include potential childcare reimbursement, a location cost for those moving 50 miles or further for the position, trainings, paid leave, and more.  The Americorp program also offers a health insurance benefit both for those with and without insurance.  For more on specific benefits see (https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits).

Benefits the VISTA is eligible for upon completion of the term of service include choice of a monetary stipend $1,800) or education stipend (voucher for about $6,500 for future or current educational costs).  Willow Center offers mileage reimbursement for work related events and professional training and networking opportunities.

To apply, please send a resume and three references to Gabriel Iacoboni, Executive Director at ed@willow-center.org.

Please note: Once a candidate has been selected, they will also need to apply via the Americorp website and select their end of service benefit at

https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=115122