World Youth Foundation Program Development Teleservice VISTA

World Youth Foundation (WYF) is a Houston-based nonprofit committed to empowering all youth on how to win in life against all odds by cultivating the whole individual—mind, body, and character. Since 1990, WYF has served youth and families across Greater Houston and beyond through holistic, wraparound services designed to move participants from crisis to stability and into long-term self-sufficiency. WYF intentionally addresses educational attainment, workforce readiness, mental health awareness, and character development while engaging families and community partners as essential sources of support and enrichment. By focusing on the whole person, WYF equips participants with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to navigate systemic barriers and thrive in school, work, and life. WYF serves under-resourced youth ages 14–24 and their families across Houston and Harris County. The youth served by WYF are primarily young adults from low-income households, many of whom face compounded challenges such as under-resourced schools, exposure to community violence, housing instability, and limited access to mental health supports. A significant portion are first-generation college aspirants, opportunity youth disconnected from school or work, or young people at risk of justice-system involvement. Families often include single-parent households or multigenerational caregivers managing financial insecurity while striving to support their children’s educational and career goals.

Member Duties : The Capacity Building AmeriCorps VISTA member in this position will serve to World Youth Foundation (WYF) increase capacity and sustainability of several initiatives: Workforce Development & Financial Literacy, Education & Mentorship, and Food Security & Family Stabilization. The member will support WYF by strengthening systems, expanding partnerships, enhancing data and evaluation practices, and increasing access to resources that sustain and scale impact. Long-term sustainability will be built by developing institutional capacity at WYF, cross-training, and organizational fundraising to diversify funding streams. The VISTA member will serve on average 3 days a week in-person, and 2 days a week virtually.

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

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

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

Skills :
Leadership , Computers/Technology , Teaching/Tutoring , Public Speaking , Writing/Editing , Communications , Youth Development , Team Work , Non-Profit Management , Education , General Skills , Community Organization .

SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps VISTA

Program

World Youth Foundation Program Development Teleservice VISTA

Program Start/End Date

06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

Some college

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

TEXAS Houston/Galveston

Accepting Applications

From 04/02/2026 To 05/02/2026

Contact

Jessica Jones

6461 Old Chatham Ln

Houston TX 77035

512-287-2028

americorpsvista@onestarfoundation.org

Listing ID

129201