AmeriCorps
Find your place serving the San Luis Valley
Rural Alliance for Dignity (RAD)
La Puente would not be able to operate its programs and services without the committed service of full-time volunteers and AmeriCorps Members.
These individuals come from across the country to serve on the front lines of La Puente’s direct-service programs. While here, they serve a full 40 hours a week, take part in community living, and participate in professional development through trainings, retreats, and community nights.
Apply to be an AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps at La Puente
AmeriCorps play a critical role in our programs
- PALS
- VEGI
- Shelter
- Crisis Prevention
- Food Bank
- Volunteer Coordination
- Communications & Engagement
Other Host Sites
AmeriCorps are also placed at other organizations across rural Colorado
- Boys and Girls Club of The High Rockies
- Boys and Girls Club of Chaffee County
- Town of Center
- City of Monte Vista
- Mancos Conservation District
Contact Us
For more information about serving with AmeriCorps at La Puente and or at another AmeriCorps Rural Alliance for Dignity (RAD) service site, please contact us.
Hours
M-F | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Visit
511 6th Street,
Alamosa, CO 81101
AmeriCorps in Action
Moments from our AmeriCorps members serving the San Luis Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
AmeriCorps is a National Service Program through the Corporation for National and Community Service that engages over 70,000 Americans every year in impactful service to communities nationwide. AmeriCorps provides members with professional development while promoting civic engagement and directly meeting community needs.
This material is based upon work supported by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) under AmeriCorps Grant 24AFDC00010017. Opinions or points of view expressed in this document/website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of, or a position that is endorsed by, CNCS or the AmeriCorps program.
We offer several life-changing benefits:
- Education Award
- Living Stipend
- Professional Skills Development
- Experience Southern Colorado
Learn more details by emailing our office at admin.volunteers@lapuente.net or calling our recruitment line at 719-849-9042.
All AmeriCorps Members and Full-Time Volunteers at La Puente are strongly encouraged to live in one of five fully furnished volunteer houses with 4–7 other members. The purpose of living in volunteer housing is to build a community based on service, simple living, and intentional relationships. On our AmeriCorps application, you will be given the choice to “live in volunteer housing” OR “seek own housing.”
Members are also expected to be active members in community night trainings, service retreats, and other community events. Service at La Puente brings together members of different backgrounds to create a diverse community with the shared value of service.
This program is available to all without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, political affiliation, or religion. All are encouraged to apply.
If you are interested in serving with La Puente please apply here! We review applications on a rolling basis until all positions have been filled. After you submit the initial application, our office will contact you to schedule a follow-up phone or video call. If at that point it is determined you would be a good fit for La Puente (and La Puente would be a good fit for you!) we will coordinate interviews with the specific La Puente programs you are interested in.
Questions? Learn more by emailing our office at admin.volunteers@lapuente.net or calling our recruitment line at 719-849-9042.
Disclaimer:
This material is based upon work supported by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) under AmeriCorps Grant No. 24AFDCO0010017. Opinions or points of view expressed in this document/website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of, or a position that is endorsed by, CNCS or the AmeriCorps program.