RARE is administered through the University of Oregon s Community Service Center. RARE communities that participate for a second year do not automatically receive a second computer. Technical equipment requirements are decided on a case by case basis.
RARE participants commit to one year of community service.
Participants are also required to attend periodic RARE-sponsored trainings. Communities are billed quarterly by the University of Oregon. The RARE Program administers the participant s stipend, medical insurance, and educational award. After receiving completed pre-applications, RARE staff will visit with potential communities and agencies to assess the appropriateness of positions. Not all communities who submit pre-applications and receive a site visit will be invited to submit a full appliction.