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26-27 Lopez Island FRC Local Food Systems Prgm Asst
 
 
 
This is an AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. The Lopez Island Family Resource Center (LIFRC) helps families meet their basic needs. LIFRC offers a variety of programs and services to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Lopez Island School District currently runs a successful Garden-to-Cafeteria program. Students access hands-on learning in a 24,000 square foot production garden and orchard that grows food for the school cafeteria. The school district and LIFRC are partnering to create a more secure food system in our rural and remote community. The member will focus on education, food distribution, and outreach to families and partners. They will split their time between the school district and LIFRC. Candidates who are multilingual in Spanish and English are preferred. We expect to begin rolling review of applications and interviews in mid-late September. Monthly stipend amount: $2,438.
 
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Member Duties : The Local Food Systems Program Assistant will support our work to improve wellness for students and families through access to healthy local food. They will serve in classrooms, the garden, and the kitchen to support hands-on health and wellness education; facilitate gardening and food preparation activities; support family outreach; assist with equitable food distribution through the Family Resource Center; Help strengthen connections with local producers.
 
Program Benefits : Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Health Coverage ,  Monthly stipend: $2,438; food share ,  Stipend ,  Training . 
 
Terms :
Car recommended ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Permits working at another job during off hours . 
 
Service Areas :
Health ,  Hunger . 
 
Skills :
Communications ,  Education ,  Team Work . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
26-27 Lopez Island FRC Local Food Systems Prgm Asst
Program Start/End Date
10/16/2026  -   08/31/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  99
Program Locations WASHINGTON  
Languages
Spanish
Accepting Applications
From  09/17/2026  To  02/01/2027 
Contact Pedro Mendes
23 Pear Tree Lane
Lopez Island   WA   98261
360-809-0468
wscip@esd.wa.gov
https://lifrc.org/
Listing ID 51193

       

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