26-27 Rainbow Labs Community Engagement VISTA

Rainbow Labs is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit committed to empowering LGBQ youth and other historically marginalized communities through mentorship, education, and sport. We envision a world where every young person has access to supportive environments that foster personal growth and lifelong success. By combining the power of mentorship with innovative youth programming, we help young leaders build confidence, develop critical life skills, and cultivate meaningful relationships with peers and mentors. Founded during the COVID-19 pandemic in response to the growing isolation and challenges facing youth, Rainbow Labs has grown into a leading force for youth development in Los Angeles County. We provide year-round mentorship programs, after-school enrichment, mental health-informed physical activity programming, and community-wide engagement opportunities. As Rainbow Labs expands its reach and deepens its impact, we recognize that strategic community engagement is critical. We aim to elevate our brand visibility, grow our mentor base, and build sustainable partnerships that increase youth access to programming. To do this effectively, we are looking for a VISTA dedicated to community engagement, outreach systems design, and capacity-building initiatives that align with our long-term mission. The overarching goal of the Community Engagement Associate VISTA is to increase Rainbow Labs’ organizational capacity by designing and implementing systems that support mentor recruitment, community outreach, and strategic partnerships. The VISTA’s work will lay the foundation for sustainable community engagement practices that ensure youth have continued access to adult mentors and programs. If you’re passionate about youth empowerment, have a strong ability to build relationships, and have experience with community outreach, this year-long opportunity is a great fit! Member Duties The VISTA at Rainbow Labs will be part of the 26-27 Coach Across America VISTA nationwide cohort. expand strategic community partnerships in order to build an ecosystem of support that increases access to new audiences and future mentor recruitment channels develop recruitment campaigns and lay the groundwork for a long-term mentor engagement strategy represent Rainbow Labs at community events to strengthen brand visibility and public awareness refine a centralized tracking tool for monitoring outreach metrics and engagement results Program Benefits Training Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend Relocation Allowance Health Coverage* Education award upon successful completion of service Living Allowance Childcare assistance if eligible For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit Terms Permits working at another job during off hours Permits attendance at school during off hours Service Areas Education Children/Youth Health Skills Communications Team Work Youth Development Writing/Editing General Skills Program Type AmeriCorps VISTA Program 26-27 Rainbow Labs Community Engagement VISTA Program Start/End Date 09/08/2026 - 09/07/2027 Work Schedule Full Time Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None Program Locations CALIFORNIA Los Angeles/Orange County Languages English Accepting Applications From 06/25/2026 To 08/14/2026 Contact Luis Vasquez 700 W 7th St Los Angeles CA 90017 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Listing ID 130005 #J-18808-Ljbffr AmeriCorps