VISTA Project Goal

You will recruit volunteers, raise funds, and conduct community outreach in order to increase support for Habitat for Humanity’s local mission of building and repairing homes in Fond du Lac.

Project Objectives

VOLUNTEERS: Develop a volunteer recruitment and management plan.

1. Research best practices for volunteer recruitment and retention.

2. Based on research and needs of the organization, create a plan to boost recruitment and retention.

3. Recruit! Create fliers, identify and connect with potential partners: community groups, faith organizations, local businesses, etc.

FUNDRAISING: Develop a plan to meet the organization’s needs and increase their capacity to build more homes.

1. Review organization’s fundraising history, including appeals, events, and previous and current donors.

2. Work with the executive director and board of directors to develop a plan. This could include, events, traditional donor appeals, and social media campaigns. Develop metrics to measure success.

3. Create a calendar, project timelines and begin fundraising!

COMMUNITY OUTREACH: Boost awareness and support for Habitat for Humanity of Fond du Lac.

1. Develop a communications and outreach plan that will aid with volunteer recruitment, fundraising, and other needs.

2. Create print and digital materials. Implement plan in coordination with organization leadership, construction team, etc.

Start as soon as June 1. VISTA positions are filled on a rolling basis. Apply today!

About HFH Fond du Lac

Located at the southern end of Lake Winnebago, Habitat for Humanity of Fond du Lac is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating, and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve shelter conditions.

Benefits

In addition to the standard VISTA benefits, HFH Fond du Lac offers $200/month housing subsidy and a 30 hour/week, hybrid schedule.