About the Program

The Extension Master Food Volunteer (EMFV) program provides citizens with an opportunity to extend the work of N.C. 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 and 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.

1. Register for the interest meeting on July 17^th register online here.
2. Come to the interest meeting on July 17^th and complete the EMFV application process, including references and background check.
3. Complete the mandatory 30-hour EMFV training program.
4. Communicate volunteer opportunities that suit your skills and interests to your agent.
5. Contribute 30-hours of service including shadowing within the first year of service.
6. The cost of the program is $50.

• 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
• Cooking classes and more!

• Program Management
• Food Safety & Preservation
• Nutrition Basics
• Cooking Techniques
• Food Systems
• Cooking Demonstrations

For additional information contact Stephanie Stevenson at Stephanie_Stevenson@ncsu.edu or 252-222-6374.

Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made to Stephanie Stevenson at Stephanie_Stevenson@ncsu.edu or 252-222-6374.