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3 people are interested
Join our Board of Directors to Fight Hunger!
ORGANIZATION: Community Harvest Project
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3 people are interested
Community Harvest Project (CHP) is nonprofit far working to build an engaged and healthier community by bringing volunteers together to grow fresh fruits and vegetables for hunger relief. CHP is the largest nongovernmental source of fresh produce for hunger relief in Worcester County.
Community Harvest Project is seeking candidates to fill a small number of vacancies on our Board of Directors. This is a great opportunity to be part of an inspirational organization, working with a dedicated board and staff to provide nutritious food to those in need.
Although we will consider all who are interested, please note that we're particularly looking for those with one or more of the following:
Urban food system experience.
Experience in the field of education.
Knowledge of agricultural practices.
Contacts in north Worcester County who may be helpful to CHP, particularly in and around the town of Harvard.
Prior experience on nonprofit boards.
In addition, we are seeking to be an organization that reflects the diversity of our community.
If interested, please email your resume and a letter detailing your interest in Community Harvest Project and our mission, and what skills you would bring to the Board. All applications and/or questions can be emailed to execdir@community-harvest.org and will be reviewed as they are received.
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About Community Harvest Project
Location:
37 Wheeler Rd, North Grafton, MA 01536, US
Mission Statement
Community Harvest Project (CHP), a 501(c)3 organization, is dedicated to creating healthy and engaged communities through volunteer farming and nutrition education for those who are experiencing food insecurity. Through their volunteer farming, education, and leadership programs they bring thousands of community members together each year. In 2022 they hosted 6,076 volunteer visits that allowed for 1.4 million servings of fruits and vegetables to be grown and donated through partnerships including the Worcester County Food Bank’s hunger relief network, Community Servings, and Hector Reyes House. Through their efforts they provide a significant amount of fresh produce for individuals and families in need in our community who otherwise may not have had access.
Description
We are a volunteer based non-profit community organization that grows fruit and produce and donates the majority of what we grow to the hunger relief network in Eastern and Central Massachusetts. Volunteers participate in all facets of the organization, we are volunteer centered and a certified Service Enterprise through the Points of Light Foundation. We offer a great place to spend time with family, friends, colleagues, team members or social groups while helping the community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
37 Wheeler RoadNorth Grafton, MA 01536
DATE POSTED
August 24, 2017
SKILLS
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 10 meetings per year, other events