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5 people are interested
Inspire Kids To Eat Healthy! - Market Sprouts Activity Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Hillsboro Farmers' Markets
Please visit the new page to apply.
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5 people are interested
Hillsboro Farmers' Markets grows community connections and promotes economic growth by providing healthy local produce and products. You can help kids engage with local farmers and get to know where their food comes from as a Market Sprouts Volunteer! Weekly activities will be provided free of charge for all kids attending the market.
Market Sprouts Volunteer support duties include interacting with children between 3 and 12 years old and their families, running fun, educational activities, tracking children participation, and more! As a Market Sprouts Volunteer you will gain experience working with youth and families, gain leadership skills, and provide food and health education.
As a volunteer with the Market Sprouts program, you can help youth learn more about the impact that the Hillsboro Farmers' Markets make on individuals, families, and communities. You can connect with your local growers and producers to make new friends, learn more about local produce support.
Before your shifts are scheduled, you will be able to select the market day that is the best fit for you and receive more specific instructions. Please wear comfortable, weather- and family-appropriate clothing, and closed-toe shoes.
The Hillsboro Farmers' Markets run from April to October, and volunteer help for the Market Sprouts program is needed on Saturday or Sunday AM/PM. Come join the fun and help kids and families learn more about how their food is grown!
Hillsboro Farmers' Markets creates community gathering-places for people to buy local produce and products. We partner with farms, small businesses, and groups to provide education and resources. These efforts strive to enhance our community health and economic growth.
More opportunities with Hillsboro Farmers' Markets
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hillsboro Farmers' Markets
Location:
232 NE Lincoln St, Suite K, Hillsboro, OR 97124, US
Mission Statement
Hillsboro Farmers’ Markets creates community gathering-places for people to buy local produce and products. We partner with farms, small businesses, and groups to provide education and resources. These efforts strive to enhance our community health and economic growth.
Description
Hillsboro Farmers’ Markets (HFM) enriches and unifies our community by creating welcoming environments to access affordable regionally grown produce, arts, crafts, and local products. HFM supports farmers, artisans, and other family-owned business entrepreneurs. We encourage partnerships among vendors and the educational and business communities. In partnership with our vendors, we educate consumers on farm practices, sustainability, and the nutritional and economic value of buying locally.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
232 NE Lincoln AvenueSuite KHillsboro, OR 97124
DATE POSTED
February 24, 2020
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Youth Services
- Event Management
- Gardening
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- Shifts are about 3 hours