AmeriCorps
Program & Development Associate- Forsyth Farmers' Market
AmeriCorps, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Program & Development Associate – Forsyth Farmers' Market
Posted: 1 month ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.
The Forsyth Farmers' Market (FFM) was founded in 2009 by six women who came together with the intention of supporting their common vision of a local food system that is good for the health of all people and the environment. The FFM was conceived and planned to provide all members of Savannah’s community a welcoming, inclusive place to purchase local food and address food access issues.
Member Duties:
The Program & Development Associate will assist staff to build capacity for the Farm Truck 912 project. This mobile farmer's market will bring fresh, healthy food to low‑income neighborhoods with otherwise limited access. Farm Truck 912 will both accept and double SNAP/EBT benefits and offer health and nutrition opportunities.
Program Benefits:
Housing allowance
Health Coverage*
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Childcare assistance if eligible
Living Allowance
Relocation Allowance
Training
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
Terms:
None
Service Areas:
Community Outreach, Community and Economic Development
Skills:
Writing/Editing
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program Start / End Date:
08/26/2024 – 08/07/2027
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education Level:
College graduate
Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18, Maximum: None
Program Locations:
GEORGIA, Atlanta
Languages:
English (Spanish is a plus)
Accepting Applications:
From 08/11/2025 To 02/05/2026
Contact:
Debi Fowler, 11 W Park Ave, Savannah GA 31401, 912-484-0279, rwilliams@stepupsavannah.org, www.forsythfarmersmarket.com
Listing ID:
127896
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other
Industries: Government Administration
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The Forsyth Farmers' Market (FFM) was founded in 2009 by six women who came together with the intention of supporting their common vision of a local food system that is good for the health of all people and the environment. The FFM was conceived and planned to provide all members of Savannah’s community a welcoming, inclusive place to purchase local food and address food access issues.
Member Duties:
The Program & Development Associate will assist staff to build capacity for the Farm Truck 912 project. This mobile farmer's market will bring fresh, healthy food to low‑income neighborhoods with otherwise limited access. Farm Truck 912 will both accept and double SNAP/EBT benefits and offer health and nutrition opportunities.
Program Benefits:
Housing allowance
Health Coverage*
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
Childcare assistance if eligible
Living Allowance
Relocation Allowance
Training
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
Terms:
None
Service Areas:
Community Outreach, Community and Economic Development
Skills:
Writing/Editing
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program Start / End Date:
08/26/2024 – 08/07/2027
Work Schedule:
Full Time
Education Level:
College graduate
Age Requirement:
Minimum: 18, Maximum: None
Program Locations:
GEORGIA, Atlanta
Languages:
English (Spanish is a plus)
Accepting Applications:
From 08/11/2025 To 02/05/2026
Contact:
Debi Fowler, 11 W Park Ave, Savannah GA 31401, 912-484-0279, rwilliams@stepupsavannah.org, www.forsythfarmersmarket.com
Listing ID:
127896
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Other
Industries: Government Administration
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