End Hunger │Intern with the Foodbank's Backyard Bounty Program

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Backyard Bounty Internship

The mission of the Backyard Bounty Program is to reduce local food waste by gleaning produce that would otherwise go to waste in Santa Barbara County. A volunteer-powered program of the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, Backyard Bounty provides the Foodbank with tens of thousands of pounds of fresh, local produce harvested from backyards, gardens, farms, and orchards each year. As the Backyard Bounty Intern you will assist the Backyard Bounty Program Coordinator to plan, coordinate and lead harvest events and help raise awareness about the program among potential private donors, farmers and volunteers.

Qualifications:

• Interest in local food systems, food waste prevention, food access and/or agriculture.
• Ability to communicate and interact with a wide variety of donors and volunteers.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Suite and ability to learn and use GleanWeb software.
• Interest in event planning, volunteer coordination and system implementation.
• Passion for horticulture, farming and gardening

Time Commitment:

• 8-10 hours per week for 3-6 months, involving weekdays and some Saturdays

Goals:

• Learn about food waste management and hunger relief.
• Gain familiarity with non-profit organization operations, volunteer and donor outreach, development and retention.
• Gain experience in developing systems and materials for community outreach.
• Gain experience in managing Farmers’ Market Food Recovery program.

Duties:

• Bi-weekly check-ins with Backyard Bounty Coordinator
• Assist in communication with donors, volunteers and partner organizations
• Help plan logistics and execution of gleaning events including independently leading backyard gleans
• Help maintain Farmers’ Market recovery program and increase participating donors and volunteers
• Assist in data recording and management

Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• California Driver’s License and ability to drive pick-up truck.