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.

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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.

Volunteers from New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender Counties are invited to participate!

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What is Expected?

1. Complete the EMFV application process including references and background check.
2. Complete the mandatory 30-hour EMFV training program.
3. Communicate volunteer opportunities that suit your skills and interests to your agent.
4. Contribute 30-hours of service including shadowing within the first year of service.
5. The cost of the program is $50.

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Opportunities for Service

• Health fairs
• Food/Cooking demonstrations
• Farmers market displays
• In-school and after-school programs
• 4-H youth programs
• Newspaper or newsletter articles on healthy living
• Health ministries in your community
• Cooking classes
• and more!

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Topics Covered in Training: 

• Program Management
• Food Safety & Preservation
• Nutrition Basics
• Cooking Techniques
• Food Systems
• Diversity, Inclusion, Equity
• Cooking Demonstrations

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2019 Dates and Application will be released ASAP. Please check back for more information and details soon.

2018 APPLICATION: http://go.ncsu.edu/emfvapp2018

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For additional information contact Morgan McKnight, morgan_mcknight@ncsu.edu.