OGS is looking for energetic, passionate people to:
- Build community networks
- Act as change catalysts in the community
- Serve as ambassadors for organic growing & Organic Growers School
As a member of our Board of Directors!
OGS’s mission is to inspire, educate, and support people to farm, garden, and live organically through hands-on training, workshops, conferences, and partnerships. OGS is the premier provider of practical and affordable organic education in the Southern Appalachians, building a vibrant food and farming community by boosting the success of our region’s organic home growers and farmers.
The board of directors plays a critical role in the Organic Growers School. Board members are involved in program and policy oversight, financial management, strategic direction, and fundraising.
Do you…
Live or work in Western NC, Upstate SC, Northern GA, Eastern TN, or Southwest VA?
Have experience in one or more of the following areas?
- Board development
- Business/Finance
- Fundraising
- Human resources
- Strategic Planning
- Organic/Sustainable Farming or Gardening
- Social Justice
If you believe in the value of organic growing and want to be part of OGS’s change agenda, we have a chair for you at our boardroom table!
We encourage Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to apply. However you identify and whatever background you bring with you, if you find alignment and excitement in what OGS is doing in the world, join us and help us build an organization where we’re all proud to belong.
If you are interested in joining our board, please fill out and submit the form linked below. We’re looking forward to meeting you!
If you have any questions about serving on the board or Organic Growers School, please don’t hesitate to call or email Cameron Farlow at 828-338-9465 or E: [email protected].