Question 1

Food Bank Garden Manager (paid position)

Accepted Answer

Letters of interest and resume for the 2022 season are due March 21st  Our Food Bank Garden Manager position is one that reports directly to the Garden Committee and oversees all aspects of the SFLT Food Bank Garden. This position is a great opportunity to get your 'hands dirty' and learn all about organic, high-elevation garden management, volunteer management, and how to develop community. The Garden Manager requires a great deal of hard physical work, focus and care. It is also deeply rewarding.  
Key responsibilities of this position include,
but are not limited to: Cultivating the space: planting seeds, maintaining irrigation and garden infrastructure, and harvesting and preparing produce for distribution Overseeing and teaching volunteers for Harvest Mondays and Workday Wednesdays Helping with the new Truckee Community Garden (adjacent to the Food Bank Garden) Overseeing community compost drop-off - partly through running the SFLT compost collection booth at both Tuesday and Saturday Truckee Farmers Markets Leading tours and facilitating classes with local groups Organization & record keeping of garden production  Read the FULL job description and requirements HERE   To apply, send your resume and cover letter to SFLT Board Member, McKenna Bean mckennabean97@gmail.com     For more information about the SFLT Food Bank Garden click here >>   For more information about the Composting Program click here >>

Question 2

Harvest Mondays

Accepted Answer

Help us harvest our beautiful bounty on a Monday morning from 8am-12pm! All produce grown in the garden is harvested and donated to Sierra Community House. We will spend the morning picking veggies and herbs that are ready to go, wash them, weigh and bundle them to deliver to our local hunger relief organization, Sierra Community House.   Sign up below or click here for more info >>

Question 3

Workday Wednesdays

Accepted Answer

This is a great opportunity to come help in the garden during the week - 9am-1pm. There are countless projects to be completed this season, and a whole flourishing garden space to be maintained. Tasks include watering plants, planting new seedlings, pruning plants, cleaning the space and assisting the Garden Director with any ongoing projects.   Sign up below or click here for more info >>

Question 4

Skill Share Workshop Instructors (paid opportunities available)

Accepted Answer

Showcase your food or gardening skills to the community!  If you are looking for an opportunity to share your expertise with a group of like-minded individuals, we'd love to connect!  Past Skillshares have included Canning 101, vermi-composting, Make Your Own Bone Broth, and Brew Your Own Beer.  Workshop locations have included the Slow Food gardens, individual homes, local restaurants, and farms.  Funding available depending on the class needs.   Sign up below or email us your ideas and proposals: info@SlowFoodLakeTahoe.org

Question 5

Social Media Manager

Accepted Answer

We are in need of someone to help us with our social media communications.  Including creating/posting content and growing our audience.  You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member.  If you have time to lend and are interested in getting involved we'd love to have your help to get the word out about our programs and community events. Estimated 10-15 hours/month.  Some experience  with Facebook, Instagram, and/or Canva is necessary, learn more as you go!   Sign up below >>

Question 6

Marketing Coordinator

Accepted Answer

We are looking for someone to help with our email newsletter and other marketing efforts.  You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member, some experience necessary. Estimated 10-hours/month.  If you love the work SFLT does and want to help connect our community to our programs then we want to hear from you!   Sign up below >>

Question 7

Photography

Accepted Answer

We love sharing photos of our garden, volunteers, and events to our followers.  If you are interested in taking photos at an upcoming event that we can use in our emails, social media, and/or other marketing campaigns we would be forever grateful.   Sign up below or simply send us your photos at info@slowfoodlaketahoe.org

Question 8

Fundraising

Accepted Answer

Fundraising helps us continue to offer our variety of programs and educational events and it takes a community effort to get it done.  If you have a fundraising idea or opportunity that you'd like to help with let us know.  Or, if you want to jump on board with one of our existing fundraising opportunities we'd love your support!  Some of our previous fundraising events include Give Back Tahoe, Salmon Buying Club, Chef Supported Dinners, online auctions, and Girl Scout Bake Sales.   Send us a message below >>

Question 9

Grant Research & Writing

Accepted Answer

Grants are a major way we fund our programs and we are always looking for grants that fit within our program needs.  If you have experience with finding and writing grants and are interested in lending a hand let us know!  You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member.   Sign up below >>

Question 10

Leadership Team / Board of Directors

Accepted Answer

We are a 100% volunteer working board looking for more skilled and dedicated volunteers to join our team.  If you're interested in committing some time towards connecting our community to the enjoyment of good, clean and fair food by inspiring a self-reliant food culture, then we're interested in talking to you.  Come have some fun with us while making a positive impact in the community!   Complete this Board Member Application and get in touch below >>

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