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Our Mission
We are changemakers who strengthen connections with and between farms, ranches, and communities so that all Coloradans have equitable access to fresh, nutritious foods.
We achieve our mission by engaging in policy advocacy for systemic change, managing innovative programs, and developing community partnerships and grassroots networks to rebalance the food system and create healthy food environments.
Our Vision
We envision Colorado communities where fresh and local foods enrich the lives of all.
Our Values
· Connections · Equity · Adaptability · Solutions
· Systems Change · Transparency · Sharing Power
We are
Making connections
by facilitating relationships, collaboration, and understanding between those who grow, bring value to, buy, and consume fresh and local foods across Colorado
Ensuring equity
in decisions, actions, and allocation of resources contribute to an inclusive, multicultural, and multiracial society with distributed and shared power
Being adaptive
by seeking the knowledge, guidance, and partnership of local, state, and national organizations. Testing and trying new solutions
Working toward solutions
by employing solutions that are informed by research evidence as well as by community and working ourselves out of a job
Working toward systems change
by identifying a path to permanency for everything we do in practice
Being transparent
by using multiple forms of communication to share when we succeed, when we don’t, and what we are doing along the way
The Team
The Board
Ashley Thurow, CPA, Chair
Executive Director, Monument Health
Dawn Adams
Owner, Green Junction Farmstead
Jess T. Church, MS, RD
Director of Food Security Initiatives, Centura Health
Jill Mendoza, CEcD, Treasurer
Economic Development Manager, Town of Superior
Laia Mitchell
Senior Program Officer for Community Development, Gates Family Foundation
Laura Carroll
Consumer Voice & Advocate
Katherine Corell
Executive Director, Downtown Colorado, Inc.
Shannon Spurlock
Founder & Principal Consultant, Ochotona Consulting
Shaunda Van Wert
Director – Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, KPMG
Core Partners
Sara Struckman
Grants Manager
Becca Gredone
Legal Analyst
NFP Partners
Accounting & Finance Consultant
Andrea Loudd
Regional Community Food Navigator
Antonio Rangel
Community Food Navigator, Jefferson County
Jorge Campana Paez
Community Food Navigator, Adams County
Koralia De Lara
Community Food Navigator, Pueblo County
Lizbett Mercado
Community Food Navigator, Pueblo County
Nicole Frazier
Chef Consultant
Sally Ayotte
Chef Consultant
Shellie Kark
Chef Consultant
Rainey Wikstrom
Chef Consultant
Rob Mattoch
Chef Consultant
Tonette Salazar
Strategies360 Lobbying Firm
Emma Bliesener
Strategies360 Lobbying Firm
Careers and Opportunities
At Nourish Colorado we don’t fill “jobs,” we offer meaningful work and career opportunities for individuals who want to make a positive impact on the world. Our employees know they are making a difference. Every day they are on the frontline championing equitable and universal access to nutritious foods for all Coloradans. We’re always on the lookout for talented professionals who share our passion for food system optimization to join the team.
We are currently hiring an RFSP Project Coordinator that will support the various work happening within our Healthy Food in Institutions program area. Interested candidates should send a resume and an optional cover letter to Devin@nourishcolorado.org with the position title in the subject line by December 9th, 2022.
RFA #41106 Healthy Food Incentive Program Funding Opportunity Find more information Here. The Deadline to apply is December 30, 2022, 5 p.m. MT
Funding Opportunity Details
RFA #41106 is to fund a statewide not-for-profit organization to provide healthy eating incentives to Colorado’s low-income populations. These funds are to be used for improving access to fresh Colorado-grown fruits and vegetables ensuring more families have access to healthy food, local farmers gain new customers, and more food dollars stay in the community. It is the General Assembly’s intent that the statewide not-for-profit organization awarded can use a portion of this appropriation for administrative expenses up to 5% (e.g., personal services, supplies, and operating expenses). The remainder of these funds are solely for healthy eating incentives.
Nourish Colorado is currently accepting applications to join the Nourish Advisory Board on a rolling basis. Complete the application HERE!
2023 AmeriCorps Volunteer Positions. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resumé to Rio Grande Farm Park Director, Seth Armentrout, at seth.slvlocalfoods@gmail.com specifying which position they wish to apply for. Questions about the positions are welcome. Positions are open until filled, with an ideal start date in January/February 2023.
Check out our partner career opportunities below and upcoming events HERE!
- Operations Manager at NSAC | 11/22
- Senior Programs Manager, Agricultural & Food Systems Development at CDA | 11/22
- Food Recovery Program Manager & Rapid Response Team Pool Member at Boulder Food Rescue | 11/22
- Garden Educator & Program Coordinator at Americorps | 11/22
- Coordinator-Food Service Program & Grants at BSVD | 11/22
- SNAP Outreach Coordinator at Frontline Farming | 11/22
- Special Projects Coordinator Nutrition & Family Health at Adams County | 10/22
- Food Access Specialist at Boulder County Farmers Market | 10/22
- Agricultural Marketing Specialist (research) at Department of Agriculture | 10/22
- Advocacy Manager and Policy Analyst at The Colorado Children’s Campaign | 10/22
- Direct Cash Assistance Program Manager at Impact Charitable | 10/22
- Program/Project Administrator at the Rural Grocery Initiative | 10/22
- Produce Incentive Specialist at Utah Department of Health | 10/22
- CDA-Specialty Crop & NextGen Grant Specialist at CDA | 10/22
- Multiple Positions at the Food Bank of the Rockies | 10/22
- Community Organizer at Jefferson County Food Policy Council | 10/22
- Director of the Seniors Program at DICP | 10/22
- Executive Director at Ekar Farms | 10/22
- Lakewood Community Connector at Lifespan Local | 10/22
- Market Manager at Durango Farmers Market | 9/22
- SNAP Education & Outreach Administrator at CDHS | 9/22
- Food Access Contractor at Lake County Build a Generation | 9/22
- Various Positions at Mountain Roots | 9/22
- Various Positions at Valley Roots Food Hub | 9/22
- Equity & HR Coordinator at SLV Local Foods Coalition | 9 /22
- Education Coordinator at Rio Grande Farm Park | 9/22
- Program Manager at LifeSpan Local | 9/22
- Gleaning Specialist VISTA at UpRoot Colorado 9/22
- Community Organizer at the Jefferson County Food Policy Council | 9/22
- Community Food Access Program Manager at CDA | 8/22
- Impact Manager & Policy Manager at Colorado Blueprint to End Hunger | 8/22
- New Mexico Organizer at Food & Water Watch | 8/22
- Oregon Factory Farm Organizer at Food & Water Watch | 8/22
- Community Organizer at Jefferson County Food Policy Council | 8/22
- Policy Specialist at National Farm to School Network | 8/22
- Agricultural Marketing Specialist at USDA | 8/22
- Community Food Navigator at Nourish Colorado | 8/22
- Manager of Food Access Programs at Frontline Farming | 8/22
- Policy Specialist: Marketing, Food Systems, and Rural Development at NSAC | 8/22
- General Manager of Operations and Development at Mountain Roots | 7/22
- Agriculture Future Loan Program Coordinator at CDA | 7/22
- Network & Program Coordinator at FSNE | 7/22
- Project Director at Lifespan Local | 7/22
- Communications and Engagement Manager at Ag Innovations | 7/22
- Partnerships Director at National Farm to School Network | 7/22
To submit a job or event, please email: Jesse@NourishColorado.org
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