Boston Farms

10/28/2024

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you for joining us for Boston Farms' 4th Annual Move4Farms. Your enthusiasm and support have made this gathering a resounding success!

We are thrilled to share that, together, we raised $25,000 to support land stewardship and enterprise ingenuity among Black and Brown farmers in our communities. This achievement would not have been possible without your participation, commitment, and generous contributions. You can still make your contributions toward the event until end of day on Saturday, November 9th.

Support the movement at bit.ly/move4farms

The day was filled with joy and community spirit, highlighted by guided tours of our farm sites led by TrailblazHers Run Co., energizing movement sessions with Soulfire Movement, the vibrant sounds of DJ Cory Alcide, delicious Haitian cuisine from Gourmet Kreyol, refreshing artisan popsicles from Popsicools LLC, and scents by MusedFusion We hope you enjoyed every moment!

Thank you to all our committed volunteers, your efforts were invaluable in bringing this event to life!

As we move forward, we invite you to continue your support. Your contributions are essential in fostering a vibrant community of Black and Brown farmers. Whether it’s through participating in future events, spreading the word, or making a donation, every action counts.

Thank you once again for your participation and support. Together, we are cultivating a brighter future for our agricultural community!

Many thanks to Boston Farms’ Annual Sustainers:
City of Boston’s GrowBoston Office of Urban Agriculture (boston.gov/growboston), Community Preservation Act, The Boston Foundation, U.S. Department of Agriculture Urban Agriculture and Innovation Production (UAIP), Conservation Law Foundation, EFOD Collaborative, Merck Family Fund, Episcopal City Mission, Rachel's Network, MCFA Global, Eastern Bank, Boston Investments, Eversource Energy, Needham Bank, Greater Boston Community Land Trust Network (Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative), Cambridge Savings Bank, AND all of our committed volunteers, who make events like this possible.

10/13/2024

Due to inclement weather Move4Farms is moved next week Sunday, October 20, 2024. Join us next week for the same amazing event on a new date.��

Couldn’t make it before, but now you can? ��Want to skip the walk, but still support the move? You can both register and donate here: bit.ly/move4farms

10/08/2024

Join us for Boston Farms’ 4th Annual Move4Farms THIS Sunday, October 20th from 10am-12pm for our farm tours and 12-3pm. This family-friendly move-a-thon and community festival celebrates and supports our growing Black and Brown farming community through movement in , , and .

The day starts off with a guided tour of our current and future farm sites. Register at bit.ly/move4farms to walk, run, bike, or farm through each of the farmsites.

Hosted at our Tommy’s Rock Farm at 3 Akron Street, Roxbury, (between Alpine Street and Akron Street) which is closed to vehicular traffic for the duration of the festival.

This event features:

*Stretch, dance, move with Soulfire Movement
*Live music from King Of Hearts Entertainment
*Amazing Haitian food from Gourmet Kreyol food truck
*Artisan popsicles by Popsicools LLC
*The City's Boston Water and Sewer Commission
*Support businesses
*Lawn games and more!

Parking is limited; biking, walking, and taking Bay Transportation Authority - MBTA to the event is highly encouraged!

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Many thanks to Boston Farms’ Annual Sustainers:

City of Boston’s GrowBoston Office of Urban Agriculture (boston.gov/growboston), Community Preservation Act, The Boston Foundation, U.S. Department of Agriculture Urban Agriculture and Innovation Production (UAIP), Conservation Law Foundation, EFOD Collaborative, Merck Family Fund, Episcopal City Mission, Rachel's Network, MCFA Global, Eastern Bank, Boston Investments, Eversource Energy, Needham Bank, Greater Boston Community Land Trust Network (Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative), Cambridge Savings Bank, AND all of our committed volunteers, who make events like this possible.

Land Security IS Food Security!

10/07/2024

🌿 Support the Movement! Move 4 Farms 2024 🌿

Event Highlights:

Free Guided Tours: Explore our farm sites, Starting at Tommy’s Rock with guided walking and biking tours.

After Party: Enjoy Live Performances🎵

When: 10 AM - 3 PM
Where: Tommy's Rock, 3 Akron Street
How You Can Help:
Register: Sign up via Give Butter[ link in Bio]
Donate: Contribute to our fundraising efforts on Give Butter
Spread the Word: Share this event with friends and family to help us reach our $50K goal!

Let’s come together to support a great cause and celebrate community, sustainability, and local agriculture.

We can’t wait to see you there!
For more details, visit our website bostonfarms.org or email us at [email protected].

09/25/2024

🌾🎉 Exciting News! Join us for Move4Farms! 🎉🌾

We’re coming together to support local farms and make a difference in our community. Whether you’re a farmer, a food lover, or just looking to have a great time, this event is for you!

🗓 Date: Sunday, October 13th, 2024
🕒 Time: 10am-3pm
📍 Location: Tommy's Rock 3 Akron Street, Roxbury

Expect a day filled with fun activities, inspiring speakers, and opportunities to connect with others who are passionate about sustainable agriculture. 🌱❤️

👉 Get your tickets here: https://givebutter.com/move4farms

Let’s celebrate our local farms and all they do for us! Spread the word and invite your friends! 🙌💚

Land Security IS Food Security!

09/17/2024

🌿 Support the Movement! Move Farms 2024🌿

We’re thrilled to invite you to our exciting event on October 13th at Tommy's Rock, 3 Akron Street. Move4Farms aims to raise $50,000 to support Boston Farms' mission of turning vacant urban land into thriving farm sites for local Black and Brown farmers.

Event Highlights:
Guided Tours: Explore our farm sites, Starting at Tommy’s Rock with guided walking and biking tours.

After Party: Enjoy Live Performances🎵

Food & Fun: Delight in food from local vendors, lawn games, and more!

When: 10 AM - 3 PM
Where: Tommy's Rock, 3 Akron Street

How You Can Help:
Register: Sign up via Give Butter,
https://givebutter.com/move4farms

Donate: Contribute to our fundraising efforts on GiveButter, https://givebutter.com/move4farms

Spread the Word: Share this event with friends and family to help us reach our $50K goal!

Let’s come together to support a great cause and celebrate community, sustainability, and local agriculture. We can’t wait to see you there!

For more details, visit our website bostonfarms.org or email us at [email protected].

09/01/2024

Have you submitted your application yet?

We are on the lookout for an Agricultural Technical Assistance Manager to lead our land stewardship and farmer support programs.

If you want to empower farmers and enrich communities, apply TODAY at bostonfarms.org/jobs

08/30/2024

! is seeking a talented Agricultural Technical Assistance Manager to oversee the stewardship of our farm sites in and beyond and support the farmers that grow on them. This is a unique opportunity for a community-rooted approach to land management that combines land stewardship with community advocacy.

Apply today: bostonfarms.org/jobs

cc: The Greater Mattapan Neighborhood Council, Mattapan Square Main Streets, Reclaim Roxbury, Roxbury Main Streets, CODMAN SQUARE NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL, , , The Food Project, The National Young Farmers Coalition, Eastie Farm

08/28/2024

Join the movement✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽!

Be the driving force behind innovative community land conservation practices as our new Agricultural Technical Assistance Manager. Your skills can empower farmers and our community to !

Ready to get started? Apply today at bostonfarms.org/jobs

06/21/2024

Mark. Your. Calendars. 📅 Move4Farms returns this year on Sunday, October 6th! Stay tuned for more information to come soon.

06/18/2024

Do you have a knack for building meaningful connections and securing vital funding for impactful causes? We need a motivated Fundraising Director to help us further our mission of supporting black and brown farmers and promoting land justice.

06/18/2024

Passionate about creating positive change in the agricultural community? Become our Fundraising Manager and play a key role in empowering black and brown farmers through equitable access to land and resource opportunities.

Apply at bostonfarms.org/jobs

cc: The Greater Mattapan Neighborhood Council , Mattapan Square Main Streets , Boston Ujima Project, The Food Project, Urban Farming Institute of Boston, Roxbury Main Streets, Codman Square Neighborhood Council

06/18/2024

Are you a master whose words leaps off of the page into the hearts of readers?

Join us in amplifying the voices of black and brown farmers and supporting their journey towards sustainable success! We're looking for a dedicated Fundraising Director to help secure crucial resources for our agricultural initiatives.

Apply today at bostonfarms.org/jobs

05/08/2024

Are you passionate about ? Join our team!

Visit our jobs page TODAY at bostonfarms.org/jobs

05/08/2024

Thank you to all who joined us in welcoming our new farmer, Robin Saunders to land at our Meet the Farmer celebration late last month! You, the community, are the motivation for our work and we’re grateful to share in these moments together.

Photographer, Jinette Antigua of Antigua Photos beautifully captured the event and the photo album is available at https://bit.ly/mtfpics

As the farm, now known as Lynstead MAJA Farm, gets in full swing, feel free to stop by and say hello to Robin and her team. Want to support? Sign up for volunteering opportunities on the farm at linktr.ee/LynsteadMAJAfarm

Did you miss the gathering? Be sure to check your inbox for Robin’s story featured in our May Newsletter later this month.

The deepest gratitude to the amazing team that designed and built the farm: Tina-Marie Johnson, Regenerative Design Group, Hurst Landscaping and Site Services, YouthBuild Boston, JFB Construction, Jose F. Hernandez, and GreenTeam Drains.

Thank you to the City of Boston’s GrowBoston Office (boston.gov/growboston) and the Community Preservation Act for sponsoring the development of this farm.

A special thank you to our Annual Sustainers:
City of Boston ’s GrowBoston Office of Urban Agriculture, Community Preservation Act, EFOD Collaborative, Conservation Law Foundation, Merck Family Fund, MCFA Global, Eastern Bank, Boston Investments , The Greenleaf Foundation, Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources , Cambridge Savings Bank , Eversource and our committed volunteers, who make events like this possible.

Stay tuned for our upcoming events here.

04/11/2024

T-10 days for our Meet the Farmer event!

When: Sunday, April 21
Where: 100 Westville Street, Dorchester
Time: 2-4p

Stay tuned for more info!

04/04/2024

We're getting closer, y'all! Join us on Sunday, April 21, from 2-4p at 100 Westville to meet our newest farmer, Robin. We'll have music, bites, and refreshments on deck for an enjoyable, leisurely afternoon.

03/29/2024

Meet the Farmer | April 21st

Our newest farmsite, Westville Farm located at 100-106 Westville Street in Dorchester, will be up and running this spring! Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 21st, for our Meet the Farmer: Westville Farm Edition. There we'll share food, stories, and learn about the farm plans our newest farmer, Robin Saunders, has for the upcoming year. To register to attend, go here. Stay tuned for more details to come.