Volunteer: Your Leadership: Local Coordinator in your communityProgram Overview and Purpose of Volunteer Role Fair Food Network’s Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of SNAP benefits, or food stamps, helping people bring home more fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers. Double Up is available at participating grocery stores and farmers markets across Michigan, and volunteers are essential in spreading the word about the program! The Double Up Food Bucks Local Coordinator will help to establish and lead the local network of outreach volunteers. Primary Responsibilities * Work with the Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator to build and sustain a volunteer-run network * Cultivate relationships with local partners and potential sources of volunteer recruitment * Work with the Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator to develop a regular volunteer schedule for each store and market and for events. * Ensure volunteers are equipped with necessary supplies and materials on volunteer days Length of Service This role is ongoing. Hours vary, but could be up to 20 hours per month. Time, Training, and Travel Time commitment will vary, depending on the phase of the program. It is anticipated that the role could require 20 hours per month. Some flexibility will be required. The Local Coordinator Volunteer will receive training on the Double Up program in Michigan and all responsibilities and policies relevant to the role. Local travel to the various grocery and market sites, events, and to visit with local partners is expected. How to Apply To apply, visit the Get Involved page at www.DoubleUpFoodBucks.org or e-mail Erin Allen at eallen@fairfoodnetwork.org or call 734.213.3999 x213. Agency: Fair Food Network Program Overview and Purpose of Volunteer Role Fair Food Network’s Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of SNAP benefits, or food stamps, helping people bring home more fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers. Double Up is available at participating grocery stores and farmers markets across Michigan, and volunteers are essential in spreading the word about the program! The Double Up Food Bucks Local Coordinator will help to establish and lead the local network of outreach volunteers. Primary Responsibilities * Work with the Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator to build and sustain a volunteer-run network * Cultivate relationships with local partners and potential sources of volunteer recruitment * Work with the Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator to develop a regular volunteer schedule for each store and market and for events. * Ensure volunteers are equipped with necessary supplies and materials on volunteer days Length of Service This role is ongoing. Hours vary, but could be up to 20 hours per month. Time, Training, and Travel Time commitment will vary, depending on the phase of the program. It is anticipated that the role could require 20 hours per month. Some flexibility will be required. The Local Coordinator Volunteer will receive training on the Double Up program in Michigan and all responsibilities and policies relevant to the role. Local travel to the various grocery and market sites, events, and to visit with local partners is expected. How to Apply To apply, visit the Get Involved page at www.DoubleUpFoodBucks.org or e-mail Erin Allen at eallen@fairfoodnetwork.org or call 734.213.3999 x213. Agency: Fair Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48104 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Outreach in your community: Healthy EventsProgram Overview and Volunteer Role Fair Food Network’s Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of SNAP benefits, or food stamps, helping people bring home more fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers. Double Up Food Bucks is available at participating grocery stores and farmers markets across Michigan, and volunteers are essential in spreading the word about the program! The Double Up Community Outreach Volunteer will provide local community outreach and participate in community events and meetings, expanding the reach of the program. Primary Responsibilities * Identify and attend local community events to share information about Double Up Food Bucks.
* Identify opportunities to and present* about Double Up to community members at organization meetings, events, etc.
Dates of Service June 1st to November 30th
Time, Training, and Travel Time commitment will vary depending on the phase of the program, event and meeting dates, and volunteer preference. Typically, events are between 2 and 4 hours long. Presentations are typically no longer than 30 minutes, but volunteers may choose to stay for questions, comments, and/or the duration of a meeting, which could be up to 2 hours. Volunteers will be paired with either a staff member or other volunteer. The volunteer will receive training on the Double Up program in Michigan and all responsibilities and policies relevant to the role. Local travel to events and community organizations is expected. How to Apply To apply, visit the Get Involved page at www.DoubleUpFoodBucks.org or e-mail Erin Allen at eallen@fairfoodnetwork.org or call 734.213.3999 x213. Agency: Fair Food Network Program Overview and Volunteer Role Fair Food Network’s Double Up Food Bucks program doubles the value of SNAP benefits, or food stamps, helping people bring home more fruits and vegetables while supporting local farmers. Double Up Food Bucks is available at participating grocery stores and farmers markets across Michigan, and volunteers are essential in spreading the word about the program! The Double Up Community Outreach Volunteer will provide local community outreach and participate in community events and meetings, expanding the reach of the program. Primary Responsibilities * Identify and attend local community events to share information about Double Up Food Bucks.
* Identify opportunities to and present* about Double Up to community members at organization meetings, events, etc.
Dates of Service June 1st to November 30th
Time, Training, and Travel Time commitment will vary depending on the phase of the program, event and meeting dates, and volunteer preference. Typically, events are between 2 and 4 hours long. Presentations are typically no longer than 30 minutes, but volunteers may choose to stay for questions, comments, and/or the duration of a meeting, which could be up to 2 hours. Volunteers will be paired with either a staff member or other volunteer. The volunteer will receive training on the Double Up program in Michigan and all responsibilities and policies relevant to the role. Local travel to events and community organizations is expected. How to Apply To apply, visit the Get Involved page at www.DoubleUpFoodBucks.org or e-mail Erin Allen at eallen@fairfoodnetwork.org or call 734.213.3999 x213. Agency: Fair Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48104 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer ApplicationApply here and send it to info@doubleupfoodbucks.org or contact Erin Allen at eallen@fairfoodnetwork.org or call 734-213-3999 ext. 213 Agency: Fair Food Network Apply here and send it to info@doubleupfoodbucks.org or contact Erin Allen at eallen@fairfoodnetwork.org or call 734-213-3999 ext. 213 Agency: Fair Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 48104 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Grocery Store Tours with Gleanersâ?? Cooking MattersPrimary Options and Responsibilities: Cooking Matters at the Store Lead adult community members through the aisles of their local supermarket highlighting affordable and healthy food options. • Complete an online and in-person training • Order tour materials • Recruit 6-8 participants to participate in the tour • Report tour reach by returning participant surveys and tour reporting forms (provided)
Qualifications and Length of Service: This can be a one-time or ongoing role. • Be a self-starter • Preferably have some understanding of nutrition incentives and the Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP or Bridge) • Have people and public speaking skills • Have knowledge of basic nutrition Agency: Fair Food Network Primary Options and Responsibilities: Cooking Matters at the Store Lead adult community members through the aisles of their local supermarket highlighting affordable and healthy food options. • Complete an online and in-person training • Order tour materials • Recruit 6-8 participants to participate in the tour • Report tour reach by returning participant surveys and tour reporting forms (provided)
Qualifications and Length of Service: This can be a one-time or ongoing role. • Be a self-starter • Preferably have some understanding of nutrition incentives and the Supplemental Assistance Program (SNAP or Bridge) • Have people and public speaking skills • Have knowledge of basic nutrition Agency: Fair Food Network Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |