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Stewards VISTA: Northfork Local Food Y1
 
 
 
Northfork Local Food is a decade old community nonprofit working to strengthen the local food system in remote Southeast Kentucky. Founded to connect farmers, producers, and consumers, we support a region transitioning from a coal based economy toward one rooted in agriculture, land stewardship, and agritourism. Our work helps reclaim Appalachian farming heritage while expanding access to healthy, locally sourced food. Located in the heart of the Appalachian coalfields, our community is resilient, culturally rich, and surrounded by forests, mountains, and small towns where relationships matter. A Stewards VISTA member will help us build long term organizational capacity as we shift from a volunteer run model to one supported by full time staff. Members will develop resources for staff to cultivate partnerships, strengthen regional coalitions, support community education, uplift local foodways and cultural traditions, and develop systems for fund development and resource sharing. Ideal candidates are collaborative, curious, organized, and passionate about food systems, rural communities, and equity. This project runs from September 2026 to September 2027. Candidates moving from outside the area will find a welcoming, tight knit community with a low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of place. For more information, please contact Stewards Individual Placements.
 
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Member Duties : Build out internal nonprofit infrastructure through strategic planning; research and develop funding proposals (public & private); develop toolkits for staff to engage in coalition building. Most of all, be a part of our community with a passion for food, environment, and good health.
 
Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Health Coverage* ,  Living Allowance . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Community Outreach ,  Children/Youth ,  Entrepreneur/Business ,  Hunger ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Health . 
 
Skills :
Business/Entrepreneur ,  Communications ,  Writing/Editing ,  Team Work ,  Community Organization ,  Leadership ,  General Skills ,  Fund raising/Grant Writing . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Stewards VISTA: Northfork Local Food Y1
Program Start/End Date
09/08/2026  -   09/07/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations KENTUCKY  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  06/22/2026  To  09/01/2026 
Contact Addie Gilkerson
330 Harper Park Dr
Beckley   WV   25801
3045331211
agilkerson@conservationlegacy.org
www.stewardslegacy.org
Listing ID 129958

       

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