Please provide a one-paragraph summary (4?6 sentences) of your proposed vista project that includes the following: ? A description of your organization?s mission ? The cncs programming priority area…

Please provide a one-paragraph summary (4?6 sentences) of your proposed vista project that includes the following: ? A description of your organization?s mission ? The cncs programming priority area that your project aligns with ? A description of the proposed project goal(s), including who will benefit from the project ? The number of vistas and leaders (if applicable) you are requesting and an overview of the major activities they will perform ? The estimated time required to complete the project the city of billings community development division's vision is to act as a catalyst for joining community partners with resources to increase access to housing, to create a sustainable community and to promote neighborhood revitalization; and the mission focuses on striving to exceed the expectations of our stakeholders by supporting housing and community partners with quality leadership, accountability, and innovative programs and services. The billings metro vista project's (b-MVP) mission is to join community partners with sustainable means to improve the lives of those experiencing poverty and / or homelessness while creating champions of lifelong service. This project aligns with the focus areas of economic opportunity, healthy futures, education, and veterans. The proposed project will serve individuals and children who are at risk of homelessness or are currently experiencing homelessness including american indians, veterans, and military family members. Over the course of a year, 20 vista members, including one leader will contribute to the goals of the project. B-MVP is a regional intermediary vista project which provides resources to small organizations and supports proposed projects for approximately three years.