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Muskingum Soil & Water Conservation-Urban Greens VISTA
 
 
 
The MSWCD addresses food insecurity by teaching people how to grow food, while at the same time supplying fresh locally grown produce to our county’s food banks/pantries and to those who participate at the gardens. The theme of Urban Greens is “Growing with Purpose”, and we believe that providing ways to grow healthy food is part of our purpose. Our urban agriculture program, Urban Greens, began in 2017 and has grown incredibly since. We manage multiple community gardens, each with a slightly different focus and purpose. In 2024, we were able to donate over 13,000 pounds of fresh produce to food pantries, veterans, seniors, and others facing food insecurity. The goal for 2025-2026 is to strengthen and focus on the education portion of this program – teaching others how to grow food. We believe that healthy soil produces healthy food, which in turn creates healthier people and healthier communities. It all begins with the soil, and we have two Agriculture Resource Specialists who work with many farmers on improving their soil health. They provide the technical support to the Urban Ag/Education Specialist, who is responsible for overseeing the garden sites and all that goes on at each one as well as educational programming.
 
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Member Duties : Through our Urban Greens program, we seek to grow food, grow community, and grow with purpose. As our VISTA member, you will expand Urban Greens by mobilizing and engaging a robust and dedicated group of volunteers. You will also build the financial capacity of our organization by cultivating our corporate sponsorship program, searching for grants meeting various needs, and telling the Urban Greens story. You will play a vital role in establishing community contacts and forging meaningful partnerships. Join our cause and build community with us today! **Benefits include a monthly $200 housing stipend to supplement living costs.**
 
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Living Allowance ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Relocation Allowance ,  $200 housing stipend ,  Health Coverage* ,  Training . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Education ,  Health ,  Children/Youth ,  Hunger ,  Community Outreach . 
 
Skills :
General Skills ,  Computers/Technology ,  Education ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Communications ,  Writing/Editing ,  Recruitment ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Muskingum Soil & Water Conservation-Urban Greens VISTA
Program Start/End Date
06/02/2025  -   06/01/2026
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations OHIO  
Accepting Applications
From  02/28/2025  To  07/11/2025 
Contact Carrie Dennis
225 Underwood St
Zanesville   OH   43701
16142214336
cdennis@ohiofoodbanks.org
Listing ID 116863

       

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