AIM
AmeriCorps Impact Makers
The AmeriCorps Impact Makers (AIM) program is changing lives in rural North Dakota communities. It offers young adults (ages 18-22) the chance to participate in short-term positions that help build capacity in programs, events, and volunteer activities. AIM provides a low-cost option for expanding the reach of community programs and building connections between young people and the places they call home.
The mission of AIM is to inspire and prepare potential young leaders who have recently graduated from high school to assume influential positions in both their profession and their community. The program offers valuable hands-on skills training and leadership experience while fostering a strong sense of community. AIM is making big impact in rural North Dakota and inspiring young adults to get involved and give back to their communities.
Is AIM a Good Fit for You or Your Organization?
Are you a part of a rural North Dakota community looking to expand your reach and build capacity in programs, events, and volunteer participation? If so, the AmeriCorps Impact Makers (AIM) program may be just what you need. By bringing on young adults (ages 18-22) from your community for short-term positions, AIM offers a low-cost option for boosting your community’s potential. Not only does AIM provide meaningful experiences for young adults looking to assume influential positions in their profession and community, but it also offers a chance for young adults to learn valuable leadership skills and on-the-job training through serving in local rural communities. Join AIM today and unleash the full potential of your community!
AIM
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AIM?
The AmeriCorps Impact Makers (AIM) program is a program where rural North Dakota communities have the ability to bring on young adults (ages 18-22) from their communities for short-term (2.5-3 month) positions to help build capacity in programs, events, and volunteer participation. It is a low-cost option to assist in expanding your reach in your community.
What is AIM's mission?
Our Mission is to inspire and prepare potential young leaders who have recently graduated from high school (ages 18-22) to assume influential positions in their profession and community through community-led AmeriCorps summer experiences. Our vision is for youth AmeriCorps to provide young adults opportunities to serve in their local communities, learn effective leadership skills and on-the job training and skills in rural communities across North Dakota.
What are the benefits to participants AIM?
- Monthly living allowance.
- Education Stipend to use at trade school or higher education institutions.
- Skill and leadership development. Part-time work; could have another job or enjoy summer with this position.
- Short-term (Summer only).
- Growth in awareness and understanding of the challenges and issues that face North Dakota communities and the role that the nonprofit sector and local governments play in the creating communities where people want to live, work, and play.
- Serve at a local nonprofit or local government and learn how to contribute to the community.
- Grow in humility, empathy, and civility by serving others in their communities.
What are the benefits to local non-profits and governments?
- People power to help build capacity for your organization, programs, and events.
- Low Cost – $250/AmeriCorps position – Yes, that is it!
- Engaging young adults in your community.
- Short-term positions to assist your organization Partnerships with Strengthen ND and AmeriCorps programs.