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Healthy Harvest Corps- Lima
 
 
 
Healthy Harvest Corps (HHC) is an AmeriCorps program administered by the Ohio Association of Foodbanks as part of a coordinated statewide effort to expand and sustain Food Is Medicine initiatives. These initiatives recognize access to healthy food as a critical component of improving health outcomes and overall well-being. AmeriCorps volunteers will play an important role in addressing hunger as a social determinant of health by supporting programs that connect individuals and families with nutritious food resources. Through the Healthy Harvest Corps program, OAF will place 13 AmeriCorps members at 8 host sites across Ohio to support Food Is Medicine initiatives and strengthen community-based hunger relief efforts. This position is located at West Ohio Foodbank, in Lima Ohio. They serve 11 counties in Ohio, working to eradicate food insecurity in our service area and ensure that people experiencing food insecurity have access to food. We welcome you to join and support us through donations, volunteering and advocating to ultimately meet the increasing need for healthy food options in our communities. This position is part-time with flexible hours.
 
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Member Duties : oin West Ohio Food Bank as a Healthy Harvest Corps AmeriCorps Member and play a direct role in advancing “food as medicine” initiatives across the community. This position centers on a medically supportive grocery box program, connecting neighbors referred by healthcare providers with nutritious food and wellness resources. Members will coordinate food packing and distribution, manage inventory, communicate with participants and referral partners, and use Healthy Eating Research guidelines to identify nutritious food options. Additional activities include engaging with community members at mobile markets, senior food distributions, and pantry programs. This role offers hands-on experience in public health, nutrition, food access, outreach, and program operations while building skills in communication, organization, and community engagement.
 
Program Benefits : Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training . 
 
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Health ,  Hunger . 
 
Skills :
Public Health ,  Public Speaking ,  General Skills ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National

Program
Healthy Harvest Corps- Lima

Program Start/End Date
09/14/2026  -   08/31/2027

Work Schedule Part Time

Education level
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement
Minimum:  17    Maximum:  None

Program Locations OHIO  

Accepting Applications
From  06/08/2026  To  09/05/2026 

Contact Maureen Allen
1380 E Kibby St
Lima   OH   45804
614-400-6785
mallen@ohiofoodbanks.org

Listing ID 129837


       

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