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. The Community Engagement VISTA will: 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; and refine a centralized tracking tool for monitoring outreach metrics and engagement results.
Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training , Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Health Coverage* .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .
Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Health , Education .
Skills :
General Skills , Youth Development , Team Work , Communications , Writing/Editing .
26-27 Rainbow Labs Community Engagement VISTA
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations
CALIFORNIA Los Angeles/Orange County
From 06/25/2026 To 07/24/2026
