We are excited to offer programs for youth to expose them to the topic of food insecurity and the role they can play in addressing this community challenge. Contact Jonathon Smith at 919-245-2057 or jonathon_smith@ncsu.edu for more information.
North Carolina Youth Institute– For youth in grades 9-12. “This is an exceptional opportunity that ignites a passion for solving global hunger through an engaging exploration of agriculture and food systems. The North Carolina Youth Institute is an educational initiative of the World Food Prize Foundation and is designed to spark emerging leaders in developing innovative solutions for our world’s most pressing grand challenges surrounding feeding a growing population.” Local mentorship and support can be provided to individual students and classrooms across Orange County. This program makes for an excellent civic engagement, research, and leadership development experience. Contact Jonathon Smith at jonathon_smith@ncsu.edu or 919-245-2057 for more information.
Food For Thought STEM Challenge– For youth ages 10-14. Invite the Orange County Food Security Agent to your classroom or youth group to present up to three activities focused on food security, root causes, and innovative solutions to solving this critical issue in our communities. From National 4-H Council: “Food for Thought offers a range of activities designed for individuals or groups and are adaptable for after-school programs, 4-H clubs, classrooms, home use, and more!” There are three activities each lasting about 60-90 minutes. Visit 4-H Stem Challenge to learn more about each activity.
Host a School or Community Food Drive- Visit our How To Host A Food Drive page for information on how to get started with planning a service project in your local community!
