Grow Ohio Valley Backyard Gardener AmeriCorps

Grow Ohio Valley Backyard Gardener AmeriCorps Grow Ohio Valley is serving our community by fostering a local food system. We improve access to local, healthy food through operating four urban farm sites where we grow produce and practice regenerative and sustainable agriculture. Produce grown at these sites are distributed to areas with limited access to fresh foods. Complementary education programming teaches community members of all ages gardening skills, how to prepare healthy meals, and the importance of eating fresh produce. Members will improve social justice by joining Grow Ohio Valley's efforts to improve local food systems in Wheeling and the surrounding Ohio Valley region. We're looking for passionate candidates to help promote sustainable agriculture, proper nutrition, and equitable distribution of fresh foods in our community. Recruitment is continuous as we have rolling start dates and offer multiple term lengths. Become a part of our AmeriCorps team and together, we can grow a healthier future! Further help on this page can be found by clicking here. Member Duties : Grow Ohio Valley's Backyard Gardener AmeriCorps will be responsible for coordinating the Backyard Gardener program. The Backyard Gardener program provides 30-40 families with the necessary supplies and training to have a successful backyard garden. The program provides participants with seven educational workshops, tools, seeds, starts, fencing, tilling assistance, and more! This AmeriCorps member will work with the Education Manager to communicate and coordinate with Backyard Gardener participants. They will start and tend to transplants to be distributed to participants in the greenhouse. They will prepare supplies for distribution and workshops. They will ensure program requirements are being met, such as collecting and organizing harvest data. They will prepare and deliver monthly educational workshops. Program Benefits : Training , Stipend , Housing , Childcare assistance if eligible , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Health Coverage . Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended . Service Areas : Community Outreach , Health , Education , Hunger , Children/Youth , Environment . Skills : Writing/Editing , Public Health , Youth Development , Environment , Community Organization , Education , Team Work , General Skills , Leadership .

Created: 2025-01-15