Since 2010, Housing Action Corps has paired hundreds of AmeriCorps members with organizations across Illinois. Each year, we connect 30-40 AmeriCorps members in the VISTA program with community organizations to address local challenges with local solutions. The Housing Action Corps helps organizations launch projects and expand their programs while providing professional development for the next generation of housing justice leaders.
AmeriCorps VISTA members serve full-time with community organizations for a year of service. They take on a variety of roles and responsibilities, all aimed at fighting poverty, ending homelessness, and helping communities thrive.
Build up communities while building your future! Alumni of the Housing Action Corps go on to pursue further education, a job in affordable housing, or another term of service. One-third of alumni are hired by their host site.
