Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP)

Local Environmental Agriculture Project (LEAP) is a Roanoke-based 501c3 nonprofit. Founded in 2009, LEAP strives to nurture equitable food and farming systems that prioritize health and abundance. LEAP programs include two farmers markets, a mobile market, a farm share, a food hub, a retail store, a processing kitchen, three community gardens, and robust food access programs. LEAP also serves as a fiscal sponsor for Roanoke Foodshed Network and Virginia Fresh Match. Learn more about LEAP at leapforlocalfood.org.

If you are interested in working with or alongside LEAP, please contact Kelly Key at kelly@leapforlocalfood.org or 540-492-5311.

Details
Business Address: 1027 Patterson Ave. SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Organization size: 20 or fewer
Offers WBL: Yes
Time of year they offer: Fall, Winter/J-Term, Spring, Summer
Ages: Undergraduate, Graduate, Young Professional
The opportunities are not paid
Link to the application page: https://www.leapforlocalfood.org/newsletters/summer-internships-at-leap