Community Partnerships, Planning, & Research

AmeriCorps VISTA Positions Available for Summer 2023

Apply for AmeriCorps VISTA positions today!

Applications being accepted through April 14 for 2023 Summer Learning AmeriCorps VISTA service member positions. AmeriCorps members will serve directly with children by leading activities focused on literacy, play, art, and providing individual, small group, and large group learning opportunities. Member responsibilities include supervising, monitoring, and ensuring the safety of children within the programs.

Working with Grinnellians, for Grinnellians, Toward the Common Good

The Office of Community Partnerships, Planning, and Research serves as a collaborative thought partner with college and community changemakers for the common good. By bringing together different skills and expertise, the office supports research, planning, and partnerships with those who are working to improve the lives of all Grinnellians, including Grinnell College students, employees, and members of the broader community.

Our work includes initiatives that focus on:

engaging and convening
researching and learning
planning and strategizing
connecting and resourcing
strategic doing

Our expertise includes qualitative research, quantitative research, community relations and development, grant making, outreach programs and events, collective impact initiatives, and strategic planning.