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DocuSign Envelope ID:8A1AB1 BF-ACDB-42A1-A3DE-9E9549E569B4 <br /> EXHIBIT A <br /> PROVIDER'S OUTSIDE AGENCY APPLICATION <br /> Farmer Foodshare recognizes the significant value and resource that volunteers and <br /> interns bring to the organization. Their work directly increases Farmer Foodshare's <br /> ability to empower communities to feed themselves sustainably. Volunteers participate <br /> in all aspects of the organization from staffing Farmers Market Donation Stations to <br /> helping with food deliveries; from speaking on behalf of Farmer Foodshare to hosting <br /> community meals. The effectiveness as volunteers is dependent on support and <br /> resources offered and so all volunteers attend an orientation, position specific training, <br /> the opportunity to shadow lead volunteers, and a volunteer handbook. <br /> h) Describe the specific period over which the activities will be carried out and include <br /> an implementation timeline. <br /> The Donation Station program operates on a consistent, weekly basis- subject to the <br /> specific farmers market's hours. <br /> The pilot Community Foodshare Site Project will operate through the summer and fall <br /> harvest (June to October). <br /> i) Why is funding this program a good investment for the community? How does <br /> funding this program add value to the community? (250 words OR LESS) <br /> Funding from Orange County, the Town of Chapel Hill and the Town of Carrboro <br /> would enable Farmer Foodshare to expand the reach of its Donation Station and the <br /> Community Foodshare Site Project in this community. These programs make it <br /> possible for us to provide more fresh food to individuals at risk for malnutrition, and <br /> support more small- to mid-sized farmers in earning a healthy living. <br /> j) Describe what would happen if requested funding is not awarded at all or if a <br /> reduced allocation is recommended. <br /> Reduced funding will reduce our ability to re-invest in the local economy and support <br /> a growing desire for access to fresh food from our recipient agencies. Aside from <br /> providing nutritious food, we believe working to create a positive culture around food <br /> will create a community of health. Through the Donation Station and Community <br /> Foodshare Site Project we endeavor to continue support and meet the needs of the <br /> populations we serve. We request these funds in order to keep pace with the growing <br /> demand from our community partners in Orange County, and the Towns of Chapel <br /> Hill and Carrboro. Reduced funding will affect our potential to meet the growing <br /> demands or our partners in this community. <br /> k) Include any other pertinent information. <br /> Farmer Foodshare works collaboratively in all our efforts to end hunger and food <br /> insecurity. By working with agencies within the community to distribute fresh produce <br /> to their networks of individual in need, we are able to support and enhance existing <br /> efforts, while keeping overhead costs low. Additionally, we have regular dialogue with <br /> our partners to provide support like recipes and fresh food safety information and help <br /> in sourcing the right kinds of produce in the right amounts. When requested, we <br /> connect with our partner agencies to provide cooking demonstrations and provide <br /> volunteers to help with food prep and packing. <br /> Additional Program information <br /> I) Target Population <br /> Page 13 of 20 <br />