Liz Kohn, Colorado Development Manager│ 303.548.4159 │lkohn@strength.org

Impact Council Position Description

Did you know that cost and food skills education are the largest barriers for low-income families to

access healthy food? And that one in six children in Colorado is at risk of hunger?

Alongside the No Kid Hungry Colorado campaign, Share Our Strength's Cooking Matters is committed

to helping people at risk of hunger gain access to healthy food by empowering them with lasting

budgeting and food preparation skills that help them maximize their food resources.

Become a member of the Impact Council and help break the barrier for low-income families to access

healthy food while raising public awareness and revenue streams that allow all community members to

utilize the programs offered. As a leader on the Impact Council you will help to:

Build the visibility of the organization to new and diversified audiences

Help end childhood hunger in Colorado by raising funds that empower

families with healthy food and budgeting skills

Positively impact the lives of individuals, children, and families facinghunger and food insecurity

Acquire personal and professional development skills

Have the opportunity to network and work with a fun, energetic team

What are the Key Responsibilities?

Attend a Cooking Matters volunteer training within the first three months with intention to volunteer Support special events based on interest and availability (minimum of two/year). For example:

I. Develop personal list of event invitees and advertise event via social media, WOM, and emailII. Lead or particpate in a sub-committee (event, communication, social & professional development)

What are the time and financial commitments?

2 hours for initial volunteer training to be completed within first three months (by early April)

1-year commitment (with a 3-year term limit), which includes 4 required quartly meetings

support (minimum committment of 2 events per year, 1 as a volunteer), and monthly 30 min, 8AM calls Approx. 5 hours/month: includes committee meetings, event attendee recruitment, periodic special event

A financial commitment of at least $100 per year contributed or raised

What Skill Sets Can You Contribute to the Impact Council?

Passion for food, nutrition, health, hunger and other issues affecting low-income children in Colorado Interest in building awareness and fundraising through special events

Ability to work well in teams and represent a cause as a volunteer and steward

Liz Kohn, Colorado Development Manager│ 303.548.4159 │lkohn@strength.org

Interest in having fun while helping raise critical funds

Willingness to coordinate volunteers and committees supporting events

Interpersonal and communication skills and orientation towards customer service

Strong research, time management, and organizational skills, with attention to detail

Able to volunteer evenings and weekends as necessary

Social media visibility and expertise

Annual No Kid Hungry Colorado Events1) EDGE Out Childhood Hunger: A Benefit at Four Seasons Denver

When: TBD 2018Where: EDGE Restaurant & Bar at Denver Four Seasons OR TBD venue of Impact Council's choosingWhat: A Benefit to Help End Childhood Hunger in Colorado— and a networking event for Denver's young professionals

2) Chefs Up Front GalaWhen: May 6, 2018; volunteering begins at 12PM, event at 5PM, close depends on shiftWhere: Colorado Convention Center; 700 14th St, DenverWhat: Chefs Up Front caters to 300 attendees, 30 chefs, and dozens of volunteer supporters. At Chefs Up Front, Colorado’s most sought-after chefs will prepare an elaborate meal tableside, for guests, showcasing the style and cuisine of their restaurants. Entrées will be expertly paired with wine selections from around the world.

3) Colfax Marathon (tentative) and/or 10 Barrel Charity of the Month EventWhen: Summer 2017Where: Colfax AvenueWhat: Cooking Matters is participating as a non-profit partner in the Colfax Marathon. Our mission is to raise awareness of childhood hunger and the mission of No Kid Hungry. Opportunities to run as part of the Cooking Matters team, be part of the Cheer Squad, sponsor a runner, and volunteer at the tent.

4) culiNary cricKet cHallengeWhen: Late Summer or Fall 2018Where: Participating restaurantsWhat: Five chefs a week, over the course of four weeks, will highlight their challenge ingredient in a weekend special, then “hop” a new surprise ingredient to the next cricket chef. Don't be surprised when some actual cricket insects make appearances!

5) Dine Out to End Childhood HungerWhen: Nov. 30, 2017 and Nov. 29, 2018Where: Participating restaurantsWhat: A portion of proceeds will be donated to Cooking Matters. Responsibilities include retaining and recruiting restaurants and driving event traffic through special promotions and media leading up to Colorado Gives Day.

Now that you are ready to become a member of the Impact Council for Cooking Matters please complete the application by December 2, 2017. New members will be notified by early January, with service to begin mid-January. NKHCO thanks you for your interest and is thrilled to welcome new members to the Impact Council.