GET INVOLVED
Would you like to be involved in getting kids gardening and cooking in our community? Check out the various opportunities below.
Work With Us
The following positions are open at this time:
Serve With Us
Upcoming Americorps Service Member opportunities will be posted soon!
WHAT IS AMERICORPS?
AmeriCorps is a federally-funded program that focuses on giving back and strengthening communities, as well as building connections through service. This organization was created in 1993, but was previously known as the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). The AmeriCorps mission is to “Get Things Done for America,” essentially being able to provide support where needed, nation-wide. This can be seen in many different contexts, such as tutoring in elementary schools, helping rebuild communities and provide relief in natural disasters, environmentalism, encouraging healthy futures, and economic positions.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR MEMBERS?
AmeriCorps members earn a living stipend while serving in their community— this is not payment for hours served, but a way for members to sustain themselves throughout their service term. The federal government provides members with an educational award (Segal Award) after the completion of successful service. Members also have the opportunity to gain a deeper connection to the community by becoming more involved and fostering relationships with fellow service members, as well as people within the community they serve. Moving forward, AmeriCorps service can help members develop a clear mind about possible career paths.
Service is deeply valuable, to the service member and the community alike. Working with neighbors to create and foster strong bonds, and to find common ground in conflict, is incredibly rewarding.
Volunteer With Us
Below are the ways you can get involved:
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Garden Care Volunteers – Help maintain school and community gardens during the growing season. Volunteer on your own or as a group!
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Gardening & Cooking Lesson Volunteers – Assist AmeriCorps Food Educators with school-based lessons, often leading small activity stations for kids.
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Interns – Send your resume and cover letter (including learning goals, required program details, academic term, hours needed, and availability) to info@commonthreadsfarm.org.
Ready to volunteer? Fill out our application and email us at info@commonthreadsfarm.org to stay updated.
Join Our Board
We’re actively recruiting new Board Members!
If you’re passionate about food education and access, we’d love to hear from you. Check out our Board Member Position Description to learn more. If it’s a good fit, apply here and email info@commonthreadsfarm.org to introduce yourself! We’ll follow up to schedule a meeting with our governance committee.