Nourish the Service (NTS) Event Contractor – New England

Blue Star Families•New England region (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI), MA

8d•Remote

About The Position

Blue Star Families (BSF) is a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting military families by providing programming and resources while strengthening their connections to their local communities. We partner with businesses, government agencies, and local organizations to create impactful programs that empower and uplift military families. This independent contractor will be retained solely for project-based, outcome-driven services and will not be an employee, agent, or representative of Blue Star Families. The independent contractor will provide their own tools, equipment, and software necessary for completing deliverables. Is responsible for determining work methods, scheduling, and location of work. Maintains full control over how services are executed. Will invoice BSF on agreed terms and is responsible for their own tax obligations, insurance, and business expenses. May perform work for other clients and is not subject to BSF employee policies or supervision. Blue Star Families seeks an independent contractor to deliver event-based services in support of the Nourish the Service (NTS) program across the New England region. The contractor will be responsible for the planning and execution of four (4) food distribution events during the contract period. Services are project-based and outcome-driven, with the contractor maintaining discretion over how deliverables are achieved following Blue Star Families guidelines.

Requirements

Provide their own tools, equipment, and software necessary for completing deliverables.
Responsible for determining work methods, scheduling, and location of work.
Maintain full control over how services are executed.
Invoice BSF on agreed terms and is responsible for their own tax obligations, insurance, and business expenses.
May perform work for other clients and is not subject to BSF employee policies or supervision.
Adhere to all BSF confidentiality, ethics, and brand policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience delivering community-based events or large-scale logistics coordination
Experience in food distribution, food access programs, or related service initiatives
Experience with partnership or vendor coordination across multiple locations
Experience with resource development or community-facing materials

Responsibilities

Plan and execute a minimum of three (3) and maximum of four (4) NTS food distribution events across the New England region (CT, ME, MA, NH, RI) within the contract period
Deliver each event including: Secured venue and logistics coordination, Food sourcing and distribution setup, On-site execution and breakdown
Ensure events are delivered in a manner aligned with BSF program intent and community standards
Vendor & Resource Coordination
Volunteer Engagement (Event-Specific)
Community Partner Coordination
Documentation of Event Statistics & Reporting
Deliver a digital print-ready resource guide and accompanying materials that support military families in accessing food security resources, including curated referrals, navigation information, and awareness content aligned with Nourish the Service program goals.