Master Food Volunteer Program

Love Food?

Virginia Cooperative Extension is looking for qualified applicants to become Master Food Volunteers!   

Participants receive 30 hours of training in basic nutrition, meal planning, cooking techniques, food safety, and working with diverse audiences.  They are equipped with the knowledge and skills to confidently help others improve their lives through balanced eating and healthy living.  In return, participants are asked to give back 30 hours of volunteer service within one year of the training.  Opportunities for service include health fair displays, food demonstrations at farmers markets, teaching food safety classes, submitting articles to the media on nutrition on wellness, assisting Extension agents with nutrition programs for youth and adults, and much more!

Training Dates

June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2011
Participants are required to attend all five training dates.

Training Location

Tinkling Springs Presbyterian Church
30 Tinkling Spring Drive
Fishersville, VA 22939

Training Cost

Fee of $50 will cover lunches, training materials, and supplies

How to Register

Complete the application form and send it to:

VCE-Albemarle
Attn: Christine Kastan
460 Stagecoach Rd
Charlottesville, VA 22902

Space is limited, all applicants will be interviewed to determine their interest and availability.