Noel Bowers
About Noel Bowers
Noel Bowers serves as the Public Benefits Outreach Field Coordinator at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, where he focuses on SNAP and Medicaid outreach efforts. He has a background in geography and has held various roles in conservation and community service organizations.
Work at Greater Chicago Food Depository
Noel Bowers serves as the Public Benefits Outreach Field Coordinator at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, a position held since 2020. In this role, Bowers develops and maintains relationships with Illinois Department of Human Services offices to enhance outreach efforts for SNAP and Medicaid. Bowers is responsible for tracking and recording outreach activities for program evaluation and reporting to funding agencies. Additionally, Bowers provides training and technical assistance to partner sites, focusing on SNAP/Medicaid and case management.
Education and Expertise
Noel Bowers studied Geography at Kent State University, where a Bachelor of Arts degree was achieved from 2015 to 2019. Prior to this, Bowers completed a high school diploma at King College Preparatory High School from 2011 to 2015. Bowers also pursued non-degree studies in Geography at the University of Northern Colorado in 2018. This educational background supports Bowers' expertise in public benefits outreach and community engagement.
Background
Bowers has a diverse background in conservation and community service. Prior to the current role, Bowers worked as a Conservation Stewardship Intern at Cleveland Metroparks for eight months and as an Americorps Vista member focusing on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at the Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Bowers has also held various positions, including an intern at Northwest Outward Bound School and a lifeguard at Chicago Youth Centers.
Achievements
In the capacity of Public Benefits Outreach Field Coordinator, Bowers educates community partners about the economic impact of benefits outreach on their communities and clients. Bowers participates in meetings at IDHS offices to discuss local developments and issues related to SNAP and Medicaid programs. This involvement reflects a commitment to enhancing community support systems and ensuring effective outreach.