Extension Master Food Volunteer Program
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About the Program
The N.C. Cooperative Extension Master Food Volunteer (EMFV) program provides citizens with an opportunity to extend the work of Cooperative Extension by providing unbiased, research-based information on food systems, cooking and food safety to our community. Under the guidance of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension Agents, volunteers complete a 30-hour training and service, volunteers earn the status of Extension Master Food Volunteer.
Who Can Become a Volunteer?
Anyone who has an interest in food preparation, food systems, nutrition, or food safety can apply. Ideal candidates will possess a desire to enhance their skills, increase their knowledge and enjoy working with people.
What is Expected?
Complete the EMFV application process including references and background check. Complete the mandatory 30-hour EMFV training program. Communicate volunteer opportunities that suit your skills and interests to your agent. Contribute 30 hours of service including shadowing within the first year of service. The cost of the program is $30 and will include an apron, nametag, and ECA membership.
Opportunities for Service
- Health fairs Food/Cooking demonstrations
- Donation Station
- Chronic Disease Prevention Classes
- In-school and after-school programs
- Early-childcare Education programs
- Newspaper or newsletter articles on healthy living
- Health initiatives in your community
- Adult Cooking/Preservation classes and more!
Topics Covered in Training Program
- Management
- Food Safety & Preservation
- Nutrition Basics
- Cooking Techniques
- Food Systems
- Diversity, Inclusion, Equity
- Cooking Demonstrations
For additional information contact Marlana Baker, marlana_baker@ncsu.edu
If you are interested, please fill out this survey.