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29 people are interested
Richmond CA Farmers' Market: Support the Market Match Program
ORGANIZATION: Fresh Approach
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29 people are interested
Fresh Approach is a nonprofit organization that aims to create long-term change in local food systems, by connecting California communities with healthy food from California farmers and expanding knowledge about food and nutrition.
At Fresh Approach, we recognize that the current food system does not provide equal access to healthy foods. Many communities lack access to healthy foods like fresh fruits and vegetables due to unavailability, high cost, and poor quality. We strive to create an equitable food system by directing resources toward those who have been denied access to healthy, fresh, culturally relevant foods.
Richmond Certified Farmers’ Market has begun to host Fresh Approach to offer Market Match to shoppers since the start of summer of 2020. Shoppers paying with CalFresh EBT can receive a dollar-for-dollar match, for up to $10 in free produce per day.
Our matching programs offer low-income shoppers a way to stretch their food budget and enjoy more fresh produce.
Support the Market Match program at the farmers' market with setup and breakdown of the station, assisting with Market Match transactions, and more!
When: Every Fridays from 9:00am - 1:30pm
Bilingual in Vietnamese and/or Mandarin is a plus!
More opportunities with Fresh Approach
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Fresh Approach
Location:
5056 COMMERCIAL CIR STE C, CONCORD, CA 94520, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to create long-term change in local food systems, by connecting California communities with healthy food from California farmers and expanding knowledge about food and nutrition.
Description
Our programs empower families to make sustainable lifestyle changes by expanding their nutrition, cooking, and gardening skills, and by boosting their access to local, affordable produce.
Local farms benefit, too, as our programs make it possible for small farms to sell in communities that would otherwise lack access to their products, while helping farmers diversify their sales through guaranteed weekly orders.
This grassroots community empowerment has a ripple effect that supports small family farms, promotes sustainability and responsible stewardship in agriculture, breaks down systemic barriers, and strengthens the local economy - all while growing community interest in healthy eating.
We believe that everyone should have equal access to healthy food, and that the health of our communities and the livelihood of our local farmers should go hand-in-hand.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
24 Barrett Ave & 25th StRichmond, CA 94804
DATE POSTED
October 8, 2020
SKILLS
- Bilingual
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Looking for someone who can support weekly for at least a month!
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and move equipment in and out of a vehicle.