Opportunities with Slow Food DC
Join the Slow Food DC Board
Are you passionate about building a more sustainable, equitable, and delicious food future for the Washington, DC region? Slow Food DC is looking for thoughtful, community-minded leaders to join our volunteer board.
We’re seeking individuals who care deeply about local food systems, environmental stewardship, and cultural preservation — people who want to help our chapter grow, connect, and inspire. Whether you’re a storyteller, organizer, advocate, or strategist, your skills can make a difference.
If one of the following roles speaks to you, we’d love to hear from you. All Slow Food DC Board Members are expected to attend monthly Board Meetings and regularly use a Slow Food DC email account. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis, and are actively looking for candidates to join our team! Please submit an application via the link below.
Grant Writing, Fundraising, & Sponsorship Coordinator
The Grant Writing, Fundraising, and Sponsorship Coordinator cultivates the financial sustainability of Slow Food DC by identifying funding opportunities, nurturing sponsor relationships, and developing creative ways to support the chapter’s programs and events. This person ensures that our mission of “good, clean, and fair food for all” has the resources it needs to thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Research and write grant proposals that align with Slow Food DC’s mission and initiatives.
Identify and pursue sponsorship opportunities with aligned businesses, restaurants, and organizations.
Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and grantmakers.
Coordinate fundraising campaigns and events in collaboration with the Events and Communications teams.
Support the Treasurer and Chair(s) in developing annual fundraising goals and strategies.
Desired Skills / Qualifications:
Experience with grant writing, donor relations, or nonprofit fundraising.
Strong written communication and organizational skills.
Enthusiasm for storytelling — turning Slow Food DC’s impact into compelling funding narratives.
Comfort with outreach and relationship-building.
Passion for food systems, sustainability, and community resilience.
Slow Food Liaison (National & Regional Coordinator)
The Slow Food Liaison acts as the connective thread between Slow Food DC, Slow Food USA, and other local chapters in the Mid-Atlantic region. This person ensures alignment with national campaigns, shares local updates and successes, and brings best practices and opportunities back to our community.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the main point of contact between Slow Food DC and Slow Food USA.
Attend national or regional meetings, webinars, and chapter calls as the DC representative.
Maintain communication with other Slow Food chapters in the region to share ideas, collaborations, and resources.
Coordinate joint initiatives or campaigns (e.g., Snail of Approval).
Report national and regional updates back to the board and help integrate them into DC’s strategy.
Foster a sense of belonging and shared purpose within the broader Slow Food network.
Desired Skills / Qualifications:
Strong communicator and relationship builder.
Familiarity with Slow Food values, programs, and structure (or willingness to learn).
Organized, dependable, and responsive to cross-chapter coordination.
Ability to represent Slow Food DC professionally and collaboratively in meetings and correspondence.
Enthusiastic about building networks and sharing knowledge.
Food Policy & Advocacy Lead
The Food Policy and Advocacy Lead brings Slow Food DC’s values into public conversations around local, regional, and national food systems. This person helps the chapter stay informed about relevant policies, drafts educational materials, and collaborates on events that empower our community to take action for a more just and sustainable food future.
Key Responsibilities:
Track and interpret key local and national food policy issues (e.g., farm bill, school food, land access, food sovereignty).
Draft policy briefs, newsletters, or talking points that educate members and partners.
Collaborate with partners and coalitions on advocacy campaigns that align with Slow Food values.
Design and help organize public education events — such as panels, policy salons, or advocacy trainings.
Advise the board on how events and programs can advance policy awareness and impact.
Serve as a voice for Slow Food DC in policy-related discussions with other organizations.
Desired Skills / Qualifications:
Background or strong interest in food policy, advocacy, or community organizing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to distill complex policy issues into accessible language.
Strategic thinker who can link policy to lived experience and community action.
Passion for equity, sustainability, and democratic food systems.
Snail of Approval Relations Coordinator
The Snail of Approval Relations Coordinator strengthens Slow Food DC’s ongoing relationships with our Snail of Approval Awardees — the chefs, producers, farmers, and food businesses recognized for embodying the values of good, clean, and fair food for all. This person ensures that awardees feel celebrated, supported, and connected, while helping grow the visibility and impact of the Snail of Approval program throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain regular communication with current and past Snail of Approval awardees, fostering engagement and community among honorees.
Coordinate networking, collaboration, and storytelling opportunities for awardees (e.g., spotlight features, collaborative dinners, or farm visits).
Manage the annual Snail of Approval nomination and selection process in coordination with the board and Slow Food USA.
Track and update awardee information, ensuring accurate representation on the website, promotional materials, and social media.
Develop strategies for sustaining long-term partnerships with awardees, including co-branded events or initiatives.
Serve as the point of contact for awardee inquiries and promote their participation in Slow Food DC events.
Desired Skills / Qualifications:
Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
Experience in partnership management, community engagement, or public relations.
Enthusiasm for celebrating local food champions and telling their stories.
Organizational and follow-through skills for coordinating events and communications.
Passion for Slow Food’s mission and the local food community.
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