Program Coordinator, Community Engagement
Current• Increased the number of families served and pounds of food distributed to record levels while ensuring equitable access to resources.• Led significant annual growth in the Market Garden, surpassing 1,000 pounds of produce in a single year for the first time.• Established a core group of recurring volunteers across all programs, enhancing the sustainability and efficiency of volunteer opportunities.• Developed and implemented cooking and garden education programs to empower local community members with essential life skills.• Partnered with local high school Life Skills programs to provide students with hands-on volunteer experiences that build real-world skills.• Collaborated with high school food science programs to facilitate kitchen education and cooking demonstrations for students.