Increase access to local, affordable produce!

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Primary Responsibilities:

• Explain Double Up to interested grocery store shoppers
• Assist shoppers in locating Double Up eligible produce at the store or farmers market
• Walk and talk with customers to show them ways to spend SNAP dollars and Double Up effectively
• Serve as a source of information and referral to other local area social services and community partners
• Act as a familiar face to shoppers throughout the Double Up season (June - November), answering questions about the program

Time, Training, and Travel:

Times to choose from:

• Thursday 4 to 7pm (3 hours)
• Friday 4 to 7pm (3 hours)
• Saturday 10am to 6pm (8 hours)
• Sunday 10am to 12, 3 to 6pm (5 hours)

Volunteers are encouraged to select a regular schedule of at least 2-3 hours during the time slots listed so there is consistency for the customers.

Training on Double Up Food Bucks program and any other policies relevant to the position will occur. Local eligible travel costs associated with the volunteer assignment will be reimbursed by AARP Foundation.

Advantages to Outreach Volunteer:

The Double Up Volunteer will gain the following from this role:

• Instrumental involvement in a growing nonprofit program in the food systems field
• Instrumental involvement in increasing access to healthy foods in Michigan
• Valuable customer service and community engagement skills
• Knowledge about healthy and affordable eating and shopping
• Establishment as a resourceful presence in your community