Longmont Cultiva Youth Project
2018 Application
Farm Crew (ages 14-18)
Applications are due April 16th, 2018
Please email applications to
or mail to PO Box 1066, Boulder, CO 80304
What is the LongmontCultiva Youth Project?
The Longmont Cultiva Youth Projectis a youth leadership program in which youth ages 14-18 operate an urban organic farm, growing food for the Longmont community while developing leadership and job skills. As a member of the Farm Crew, you’ll seed, tend and harvest organic produce for Growing Gardens’ Food Project, which provides fresh, healthy vegetables to community members in need. Throughout the summer, Farm Crew members deepen connections with our community by engaging in volunteer projects, and by gleaning and donating produce.
This hands-on farm experience teaches participants about the importance of caring for the earth while learning how to grow their own food, work in a professional environment and create positive change for the community, the environment, and themselves. Farm Crew members are empowered to make decisions about many aspects of the program. Youth are encouraged to participate in project administration, public relations, and community education, as well as farm work and community service projects.
The Food Project Farm is a joint project of Growing Gardens and the YMCA of Boulder Valley. The farm is located at 950 Lashley St.and is easily accessed by bus, bike, car or walking.
Goals of the Program
○Develop leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills through group work and peer leadership activities
○Build job skills through practical work experience
○Foster connection among the Cultiva team and the greater community through service-learning and community engagement
○Practice healthy living skills through nutrition education, cooking skills, and physical fitness
○Engage in organic farming and sustainable agriculture through urban farm operations
○Cultivate a connection to the land and an understanding of sustainable resource management
Program Structure
Program participants work Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM for 9 weeks from June 5th - August 2nd tending the farm, harvesting vegetables to donate to the community, gleaning, and learning about nutrition, cooking, and more.
Farm Crew Position
Farm Crew members must be 14-18 year olds and have a social security number to apply. Farm Crew members track and record their hours in an online system and are paid an hourly wage of $10.20. Paychecks are issued bi-weekly.
2018 LongmontCultivaFarm Crew Schedule
Season / Date / Schedule / DescriptionSpring / Thursday, May 17th
Tuesday, May 29th / 7 PM - 8 PM
Time TBD / Mandatory Farm Crew Orientation -
Sign paperwork, and get excited for the season! *One parent or guardian must attend this meeting along with the Farm Crew member*
LGBTQ 101 Training
Summer / June 5th - August 2nd
August 4th / Tues & Thurs
7:30 AM -
12:30 PM
5 PM – 7PM / Additional duties include:
1 Saturday Gleaning shift in July or August
(at Longmont Farmers’ Market)
1 Volunteer shift at Farm Dinner
Longmont Cultiva Youth Project –2018 Farm Crew Application
Name ______
Address______
City ______State ______Zip Code ______
Date of Birth______Age as of June 1, 2018 ______
School you currently attend ______Current Grade______
Your Phone Number (cell)______(home)______
Your email ______
Parent or Legal Guardian Name ______
Parent/Guardian Email______Parent/Guardian Phone______
Please list dates of all requested time off between June 5th and August 2nd:
______
⬜ Please check here if your family qualifies for free and reduced lunch and would like to receive free vegetables from the farm.
Where did you hear about Cultiva?
___ Word of Mouth___ Job Fair___ School Teacher/Counselor___ Google Search
___ Newspaper Article___ Other (please describe):______
On another piece of paper,tell us why you want to be part ofLongmontCultiva(300-500 words)!
Attach your written or typed personal statement to this application (page 3) and submit to Dakota-Rae, Food Project Program Coordinator at or Growing Gardens Attn: Dakota-Rae, PO Box 1066, Boulder, CO 80306-1066.
By signing below, I understand that I must commit to working 10 hours per week from June 5th through August 2nd.
______
Signature of ApplicantSignature of Parent/Guardian
Applications are due April 16th, 2018. Applicants will be interviewed by Food Project Program Coordinator and Food Project Farm Coordinator at an assigned time slot on Tuesday, May1st or Thursday, May 3rd. Interviews will be assigned after receiving your application.
Please email or mail this completed application (page 3) AND personal statement to: or Growing Gardens Attn: Dakota-Rae PO Box 1066, Boulder, CO 80306-1066.
For questions please email Dakota-Rae & for more information visit