Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County
thru: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County
• Provides youth development/outreach.
• Offers agriculture and related industries support, programs, and resources.
• Offers nutrition education and food access information.
• Offers horticulture services:
- Commercial and residential consultation
- Soil analysis
- Pest identification
- Plant diagnosis and recommendation
• Offers work training programs.
• Offers food preservation workshops.
• Offers volunteer opportunities as a South Lawn Farm Garden Volunteer and Office Volunteer.
- Training is provided
- Requires 5 volunteers and 2 volunteers respectively
- 2-4 hours per shift; flexible based on volunteer availability
- Can be used to fulfill ABAWD (Able-bodied without dependents) hours
Cultural Competency
Language Access
Eligibility: Resident of area served. Volunteers: Pass a background check provided by the organization.
Application Process: Call for information. Volunteers: Contact by email with name and availability, will receive a response from a coordinator.
Required Documentation: Volunteer application to be provided. Sign a risk waiver and code of conduct.
Fees: Nominal fee for some programs and materials.
Coverage Note: Monroe County.
Cultural Competency: Cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion training for staff
Languages: Spanish- Staff provides service in language offered, Materials/literature in language indicated
