Question 1

Harvest Mondays

Accepted Answer

Help us harvest our beautiful bounty on a Monday morning! 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 for a volunteer time (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4da5ab2baafa7-food1)

Read more about the garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/demonstration-garden)

Question 2

Workday Wednesdays

Accepted Answer

This is a great opportunity to come help in the garden during the week on Wednesday mornings. 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 for a volunteer time (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4da5ab2baafa7-food1)

Read more about the garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/demonstration-garden)

Question 3

Saturday Dig-Ins

Accepted Answer

Join your community and help to revitalize the SFLT Garden spaces on Saturday mornings.  On Saturdays we aim to complete some of the larger garden projects.  The Garden Manager will be in the garden to help guide and teach the skills needed for the volunteer projects.  There will be plenty of options to choose from, all ages, experience levels, and ability levels are welcome.  Come for any amount of time you can spare.  Bring your hat, sunscreen, and water and come DIG-IN with us!

Sign up for a volunteer time (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4da5ab2baafa7-food1)

Read more about the garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/demonstration-garden)

Question 4

Youth/Business/Group Volunteer & Education Days

Accepted Answer

Have a group of 5 or more?  Contact us to organize a team-building work day and/or educational day in the garden suited to your group's skill-set and interests.  Be outside, impact your community and have fun learning together!  Events are free and donations are greatly appreciated.  Your private event may include:
>>working with the soil and connecting with the earth
>>educational workshops about the garden food cycle
>>developing physical skills while learning to work with tools
>>learning to build and repair garden infrastructure
>>supporting fresh food distribution to Truckee/Tahoe families in need
>>nurturing community with your group outside of the ordinary day

Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know more about your group.

Read more about the garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/demonstration-garden)

Question 5

Gardens Manager (paid position)

Accepted Answer

This position has been filled for 2024.  Please welcome back Joey Eberhart as our Garden Manager!

Our Gardens 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

Sign up for a volunteer time (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4da5ab2baafa7-food1)

Read more about the SFLT Food Bank Garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/demonstration-garden)

Read more about the SFLT Community Garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/truckee-community-garden)

Read more about the Composting Program (https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/compost)

Question 6

Gardens Assistant (paid position)

Accepted Answer

The Garden Assistant position requires a great deal of hard physical work, focus and care. It is also deeply rewarding. You will work under the direction of the Garden Manager.

Duties 
Assist the Garden Manager with all aspects of garden operations in a way that fulfills the mission and objectives of the gardens, including: 
 • Assist with Installation and operation of irrigation systems.
 • Assist with repair and oiling of garden beds.
 • Seeding, transplanting, thinning, and fertilizing seedlings. 
 • Cultivation and weeding. 
 • Turning, watering and sifting compost.
 • Harvesting, washing, weighing, and packing of produce for Sierra Community House or other organization partners.
 • Assist with staffing of Garden events ie: Grow Your Own and the Edible Garden Tour
 •  Assist Garden Manager with direction and oversight of garden volunteers 
 • Assist Garden Manager with classes for local schools and camps to educate children about local food and growing practices
 • Assist with the Disabled Adults garden days 
 • Set up and staff the Slow Food Lake Tahoe compost collection booth at the Tuesday Truckee Farmers Market

View the full job description(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LSgXKPGSxJXB5r22Sdb-KuNK0lh68wmsgpHr_FRQYeA/edit?usp=sharing)
Deadline to apply is May 1, 2024
To apply, send your resume to info@slowfoodlaketahoe.org

Sign up for a volunteer time (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f4da5ab2baafa7-food1)

Read more about the SFLT Food Bank Garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/demonstration-garden)

Read more about the SFLT Community Garden(https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/truckee-community-garden)

Read more about the Composting Program (https://www.slowfoodlaketahoe.org/compost)

Question 7

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.
 
Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below or email us your ideas and proposals: info@SlowFoodLakeTahoe.org (info@SlowFoodLakeTahoe.org)

Question 8

Social Media Coordinator

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!

Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you can help.

Question 9

Marketing & Design Assistance

Accepted Answer

We are looking for someone to help with a variety of marketing efforts.  Projects include hanging posters around town, updating online event calendars, sending press releases, copy creation & editing, artwork & graphic design.  You'll be volunteering under the guidance of a SFLT Board Member, some experience is a plus.  If you love the work SFLT does and want to help connect our community to our programs then we want to hear from you!
 
Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you're interested in helping.

Question 10

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.
 
Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below or simply send us your photos at info@slowfoodlaketahoe.org (info@slowfoodlaketahoe.org)

Question 11

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.
 
Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you'd like to help.

Question 12

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.
 
Complete the Volunteer Inquiry below and let us know how you can help.

Question 13

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 (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsHAAdOiNUbB2TSKkBdLVPf2Hu8kio-9KgXxed4_5g8AEmKg/viewform?mc_cid=955a38d1cd&mc_eid=32c137e49e)and get in touch using the Volunteer Inquiry form below

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