Master Food Volunteers
The Extension Master Food Volunteer Program provides a foundation of knowledge and skills to volunteers in the subject areas of food safety, food science, food preparation, and food preservation. In return, after completing the training, volunteers will provide 40 hours of community education and service to the public.
Active & Upcoming Programs
Our Extension Master Food Volunteers offer assistance in completing SNAP Food Assistance forms to community members. They do this at select locations on the 4th Wednesday of every month and by appointment. Interested in setting up an appointment? Follow these three easy steps!
- Call Kaitlyn Peine at 785-843-7058 (ext.112)
- Schedule a Time to get help with your food assistance form
- Meet with one of our Extension Master Food Volunteers at the scheduled time for assistance.
Additional Resources
Department of Children & Families - Douglas County
Receive a mailed application or pick up a paper application outside the office (there is a drop box for completed applications).
Kansas Appleseed
Check eligibility or start the application.
Harvesters
Check eligibility with SNAP hotline
877-653-9522 or email
ust Food
Call 785-856-0044 or email clientservices@justfood.org for an appointment.
Lawrence Public Library
Stop by the library on Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 1 - 5 p.m. or email infointern@lplks.org for an appointment.
Extension Master Food Volunteers at the Senior Resource Center
All are welcome, regardless of age! 4th Wednesday of the month, 1 - 3 p.m.
Call 785-842-0543 or email contact@yoursrc.org for an appointment.
Ballard Center
Call 785-842-0729 for an appointment or fill out the contact form on the website.
Program Staff
