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Farm Fresh Hope’s Harvest Volunteer and Communications VISTA
 
 
 
One in four Rhode Islanders rely on the emergency food system to meet their basic needs, a sharp increase since the previous year. In 2020, Hope’s Harvest RI rescued over 265,000 lbs of fresh, nutrient dense fruits and vegetables from local farms and delivered it to over 10,000 individuals a month via our network of emergency food providers. In 2021-22, we expect that Hope’s Harvest RI will rescue and distribute even more produce to our neighbors in need, while also supporting a robust network of volunteers and farms that make this work possible. Hope’s Harvest RI is fiscally sponsored by Farm Fresh RI, a food hub with many different programs working together to build a stronger food system in Rhode Island. The Hope’s Harvest Volunteer, Communications, & Development VISTA will build valuable data management skills by refining/implementing systems to recruit and manage volunteers, community partners, and donors, while conducting digital/in-person outreach to a diverse cross-section of Rhode Islanders. The member will build connections to RI businesses, faith-based communities, student groups, and our dedicated community of volunteers composed of inspiring individuals committed to making a tangible difference for their neighbors in need. This position entails travel throughout RI, public speaking, and coordination of seasonal indoor/outdoor recruitment and volunteer acknowledgment events. This position requires an outgoing individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills who can comfortably navigate diverse environments and perspectives. Demonstrated capacity for logistical thinking and problem solving a must. Other desired aptitudes include: attention to detail; highly self-motivated; proficiency with MS Office, social media tools, database software, and/or email marketing tools; ability to prioritize tasks; event planning background; and the capacity to work outdoors in bad weather/inside in good weather as needed.
 
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This listing is currently not accepting applications.



Member Duties : Member will: improve Farm Fresh’s capacity to fully utilize volunteers within the context of the Hope’s Harvest food rescue program by refining and implementing systems for volunteer recruitment, tracking, management, and acknowledgment; update and implement a comprehensive communications strategy for the Hope’s Harvest food rescue program; revise templates for ongoing outreach to stakeholder groups to improve volunteer recruitment, fundraising efforts, and community awareness of program activities and impact; increase fundraising capacity for Hope’s Harvest food rescue program, specifically around corporate sponsorships and events.
 
Program Benefits : Living Allowance ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Training ,  Bus pass ,  Education award upon successful completion of service . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Hunger ,  Community and Economic Development . 
 
Skills :
Leadership ,  Education ,  Communications ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing ,  Writing/Editing ,  Environment ,  Team Work ,  Computers/Technology . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Farm Fresh Hope’s Harvest Volunteer and Communications VISTA
Program Start/End Date
07/06/2021  -   07/08/2022
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations RHODE ISLAND   Boston  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  05/01/2021  To  05/28/2021 
Contact Mollie Rose Siebert
103
Providence   RI   02909
4018625034
mollierose@hopesharvest.org
hopesharvest.org
Listing ID 103526

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