Soil Born Farms Urban Agriculture & Education Project

Soil Born Farms’ mission is to create an urban agriculture and education project that empowers people to participate in a local food system that encourages healthy living, nurtures the environment and grows a sustainable community. Our 55-acre organic farm is a regional center for education about food, health and the environment. Soil Born Farms’ work has elevated awareness of urban food production as a means for improving individual health, neighborhood cohesion and environmental stewardship. Since 2004 our non-profit has run interconnected programs toward the creation of a sustainable urban food system. These include: the on-farm youth education programs outlined in this proposal; a school garden initiative that integrates garden learning into school campuses; a gleaning program that harvests thousands of pounds of produce for people in need; training programs for urban farmers and home gardeners; and a cooking education program that teaches people to prepare fresh, healthy meals. Organic farming is at the heart of everything we do – our produce is distributed through food pantries and sold through our Farm Stand and CSA shares. 20,000 visitors per year experience our market farm, orchard, farm stand, youth garden, learning kitchen, creek habitat, and outdoor classroom. Our land is more than just a farm - it is a refuge of open space, a culture of healthy living, a learning ground for land stewardship, and a place where people find connection to each other.