The Food Trust is a national nonprofit with a local feel. Headquartered in Philadelphia with staff across the country, our organization is built on the foundation of three decades of research and evaluation, and we take a holistic, community-centered approach to nutrition security. If you have a passion for healthy food, nutrition education, community engagement or public policy, you might be a great fit for our team.
The Food Trust adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.
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We are driven by our belief that nutritious food is a human right, and that eating well is an essential part of good health and happiness.
We strive to create spaces where all people are welcome and all perspectives are valued.
We are committed to amplifying communities’ collective resources, and co-creating and advocating for adaptable, sustainable, creative solutions to big problems.
We listen and learn as we go, and we are accountable to the communities we serve.
The Food Trust is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Grants Writer/Manager to play a key role in securing the funding that supports our mission of ensuring delicious, nutritious food for all. This position leads the development and management of grant proposals that support programs expanding healthy food access, nutrition education and affordability in communities across the country.
The Food Trust is seeking energetic, community-focused Farmers Market Coordinators to support our farmers markets and community work across Philadelphia. This is a seasonal, per diem (as-needed) role that plays a key part in creating welcoming, vibrant market spaces that connect communities to fresh, healthy food.
The Food Trust offers internships for undergraduate and graduate students throughout the year, in a variety of program areas — from nutrition education to policy. Our interns gain valuable experience working in the public health and food access spaces, while furthering our mission of delicious, nutritious food for all.
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If you have a passion for healthy food education, access and policy, volunteering with The Food Trust can be a rewarding way to get involved with our amazing programs, staff and communities in Philadelphia. Whether you want to volunteer weekly at a farmers market or can spend some time in our office supporting a program, you can become a part of our team. Groups are also welcome!
