Ekar Farm

01/10/2025

While we continue to navigate our site plan and development of our new home at Shalom Park in Aurora, with many costly challenges in our way, this article struck a chord with us. It's time for all urban municipalities to take urban farming seriously.

No water. Pricey permits. Urban farms in Essex County, New Jersey are calling on local governments and the state to make long-term investments in combating food insecurity.

12/30/2024

2025 is almost here and it’s the perfect time for new beginnings! What’s making its way into your life this year, and what are you leaving behind?

Drop your ins and outs in the comments - we’d love to hear what’s growing in your life🌱

#2025

¡Ya es 2025 y es el momento perfecto para nuevos comienzos! ¿Qué está pasando en tu vida esta año y qué estás atrás?

Déjanos tus commendations - nos encantaría saber qué está creciendo en tu vida🌱

12/12/2024

Big thank you to everybody that supported us this Colorado Gives Day - we are so grateful for our community and we can’t wait for our new season of growth at Shalom Park!💚

12/10/2024

🎉 Today is Colorado Gives Day! 🎉

Ekar Farm is on the move—literally! As we prepare for our exciting transition to Shalom Park, we need your support more than ever to keep growing and giving back to our community.

For over a decade, Ekar has been dedicated to sustainable agriculture and food justice, providing thousands of pounds of fresh, healthy produce to those in need. This next chapter will allow us to expand our impact, but we can’t do it without YOU!

By donating today, you’re helping us:
🌱 Build a thriving new farm space
🍅 Continue growing fresh produce for food-insecure families
🤝 Strengthen our community with education and engagement

Every dollar makes a difference. Together, we can cultivate hope, harvest abundance, and plant seeds of change. 🌻

Donate here: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar

Thank you for believing in the power of farming for good! 💚


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🎉 ¡Hoy es el Colorado Gives Day! 🎉

Ekar Farm está en movimiento—¡literalmente! Mientras nos preparamos para nuestra emocionante transición a Shalom Park, necesitamos tu apoyo más que nunca para seguir creciendo y sirviendo a nuestra comunidad.

Durante más de una década, Ekar se ha dedicado a la agricultura sostenible y la justicia alimentaria, proporcionando miles de libras de productos frescos y saludables a quienes más lo necesitan. Este nuevo capítulo nos permitirá expandir nuestro impacto, pero no podemos lograrlo sin TI.

Al donar hoy, estás ayudándonos a:
🌱 Construir un nuevo espacio agrícola próspero
🍅 Seguir cultivando productos frescos para familias con inseguridad alimentaria
🤝 Fortalecer nuestra comunidad a través de la educación y la participación

Cada dólar marca la diferencia. Juntos, podemos cultivar esperanza, cosechar abundancia y sembrar semillas de cambio. 🌻

Dona aquí: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar

¡Gracias por creer en el poder de la agricultura para el bien común! 💚

12/09/2024

🌟 Tomorrow is Colorado Gives Day! Will You Help Us Grow? 🌟

We’re down to the wire—Colorado Gives Day is just 1 day away, and we’re calling on our incredible community to help Ekar Farm continue our mission of growing food, hope, and connection.

This year, we’re laying down roots at a brand-new location, and your support couldn’t come at a more important time. Every gift helps us provide fresh produce to families in need, educate the next generation about sustainable farming, and strengthen our community.

Let’s make this move together! Whether it’s $10, $50, or $100—your donation directly impacts our work and helps us plant the seeds for a brighter future. 🌱

💚 Donate today or join us tomorrow - https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar

Together, we can grow so much more than food. Thank you for your support, and let’s make this Colorado Gives Day one to remember!


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🌟 ¡Mañana es Colorado Gives Day! ¿Nos ayudarás a crecer? 🌟

Estamos en la recta final: ¡Falta solo 1 día para Colorado Gives Day! Hoy más que nunca, necesitamos el apoyo de nuestra increíble comunidad para que Ekar Farm pueda seguir con su misión de cultivar alimentos, esperanza y conexión.

Este año, estamos echando raíces en una nueva ubicación, y tu apoyo llega en el momento perfecto. Cada donación nos ayuda a ofrecer productos frescos a familias necesitadas, educar a la próxima generación sobre la agricultura sostenible y fortalecer nuestra comunidad.

¡Hagamos este cambio juntos! Ya sea $10, $50 o $100, tu contribución tiene un impacto directo en nuestro trabajo y nos ayuda a sembrar un futuro más brillante. 🌱

💚 Done hoy o únase a nosotros mañana - ¡https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar
Juntos, podemos cultivar mucho más que alimentos. ¡Gracias por tu apoyo, y hagamos de este Colorado Gives Day un día para recordar!

12/09/2024

📢Just 2 days until Colorado Gives Day!📢

We’re so excited for this chance to come together and grow something bigger than ourselves. Every donation helps us feed our community, care for the earth, and keep this farm thriving.

If Ekar has made an impact on your life—or if you believe in what we’re doing—this is the moment to show your support. Let’s do something amazing together!

🌱 Donate here: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar
Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
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¡Solo faltan 2 días para el Colorado Gives Day!

Estamos muy emocionados por esta oportunidad de unirnos y cultivar algo más grande que nosotros mismos. Cada donación nos ayuda a alimentar a nuestra comunidad, cuidar la tierra y mantener esta granja en marcha.

Si Ekar ha tenido un impacto en tu vida, o si crees en lo que hacemos, este es el momento de mostrar tu apoyo. ¡Hagamos algo increíble juntos!

🌱 Dona aquí: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar
¡Gracias por ser parte de este camino con nosotros!

12/08/2024

🌟 Only 3 Days Left Until Colorado Gives Day! 🌟

Ekar Farm is working hard to create a more food-secure, sustainable future right here in our community. 🌱 With your help, we can grow more fresh produce, support families in need, and make a lasting impact.

This is the final stretch—your donation today can change lives. Every dollar gets us closer to building a stronger, healthier community together. 💚

Click the link in our bio to give now. Let’s make these 3 days count!


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🌟 ¡Solo faltan 3 días para el Colorado Gives Day! 🌟

En Ekar Farm, trabajamos para crear un futuro más sostenible y con mayor seguridad alimentaria en nuestra comunidad. 🌱 Con tu ayuda, podemos cultivar más alimentos frescos, apoyar a familias necesitadas y generar un impacto duradero.

Estamos en la recta final—tu donación hoy puede cambiar vidas. Cada dólar nos acerca más a construir una comunidad más fuerte y saludable juntos. 💚

Haz clic en el enlace de nuestra biografía para donar ahora. ¡Hagamos que estos 3 días cuenten!

12/06/2024

🌱 Only 4 Days Until Colorado Gives Day! 🌱

This Colorado Gives Day, your generosity can change lives. Every donation helps Ekar Farm:

🍎 Provide fresh produce to families in need
📚 Deliver environmental education to our community
🌍 Cultivate a sustainable future for all

We’re at a pivotal moment as we prepare to move to Shalom Park. Your support doesn’t just fuel our farm—it fuels the hope for a stronger, more connected Colorado.

🎉 Let’s make this Colorado Gives Day unforgettable! Donate today or schedule your gift for December 10th here: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar

Every act of kindness counts. Be part of the change! 💚
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🌱 ¡Solo 4 días para Colorado Gives Day! 🌱

Este Colorado Gives Day, tu generosidad puede cambiar vidas. Cada donación ayuda a Ekar Farm a:

🍎 Proveer alimentos frescos a familias necesitadas
📚 Enseñar educación ambiental a nuestra comunidad
🌍 Cultivar un futuro sostenible para todos

Estamos en un punto crucial mientras nos preparamos para trasladarnos a Shalom Park. Tu apoyo no solo alimenta nuestra granja, sino también la esperanza de un Colorado más fuerte y conectado.

🎉 ¡Hagamos de este Colorado Gives Day un momento inolvidable! Dona hoy o programa tu donación para el 10 de diciembre usando el enlace en nuestra biografía.

Cada acto de generosidad cuenta. ¡Sé parte del cambio! 💚

12/05/2024

⭐️Only 5 Days to Go Until Colorado Gives Day!!⭐️

Colorado Gives Day is the time Colorado comes together to help our communities. Ekar Farm is at a turning point, and we need YOU to help us grow a brighter future. As we prepare to move to our new home at Shalom Park, your support is more critical than ever.

Join us in uplifting our community!💚 You can give today by visiting: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar

12/04/2024

⏳6 days until Colorado Gives Day!!⏳

Your donation can make a REAL difference. For every dollar you give, you’re helping Ekar Farm provide fresh produce to families in need, support environmental education, and grow a more sustainable future for our community.

This , we’re counting on your support to continue our mission. Will you join us?

Donate now or schedule for December 10th! 💚
https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Ekar

Every gift matters - together, we can cultivate a healthier, more connected Colorado!

12/03/2024

It’s GIVING TUESDAY!!!!

Today is all about giving back, and what better way to celebrate than supporting Ekar Farm?💚 Your generosity helps us grow fresh produce, fight food insecurity, and create a more sustainable future right here in our community 🥕🌽🍅

PLUS, we are officially one week away from Colorado Gives Day!🎉Let’s keep the momentum going and make this season of giving truly impactful.

Don’t wait - link in our bio to donate today and schedule your Colorado Gives Day gift! Every dollar makes a difference in helping us grow and give back.
Together, we can grow something amazing! ☀️

11/21/2024

🌟 Community Spotlight: Rose Community Foundation 🌟
Looking for ways to support impactful change in Denver? Rose Community Foundation invites you to be part of their mission through:

Joining Giving Circles, where you can collaborate with others to fund local projects and explore community solutions.
Making a Donation to initiatives focused on housing, education, immigrant and refugee support, and more.
Volunteering to strengthen the programs that help neighbors thrive.
By giving your time, talent, or resources, you can help create a brighter future for our community. Learn more about how to get involved at rcfdenver.org.

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more connected Denver! 💙🌾

11/20/2024

🌟 Community Spotlight: SOS Venezuela 🌟

Now more than ever, helping our community is of the utmost importance. That’s why Ekar Farm is honored to partner with SOS Venezuela, an incredible organization supporting Venezuelan refugees and immigrants.

✨ Here’s how they’re making a difference:
🍴 Distributing food and supplies to families in need.
🎒 Providing children with tools for education and growth.
🤝 Advocating for empowerment and opportunities within the community.

💛 How You Can Help:

Donate to sustain their impactful programs.
Volunteer your time to lend a helping hand.
Spread the word to amplify their mission of hope and resilience.
Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate community. Learn more about their work at sosvenezuela.org.

11/19/2024

🌟 Partner Spotlight: Hope Communities 🌟

Ekar Farm is proud to partner with Hope Communities, a Denver organization making a meaningful impact by providing:
🏠 Affordable Housing: Safe, stable homes for individuals and families.
📚 Educational Programs: ESL classes, youth tutoring, and job readiness support.
🤝 Community Services: Wellness workshops, resource navigation, and cultural events that bring people together.

💛 How You Can Help
Volunteer, attend an event, or donate to support their mission of creating opportunities for everyone to thrive in our Denver community.

Learn more about their work and how to get involved at hopecommunities.org. Together, we can make a difference!

11/18/2024

🌟 Partner Spotlight: Casa de Paz 🌟

At Ekar Farm, we believe in building strong, compassionate communities. That’s why we’re thrilled to spotlight Casa de Paz, an incredible organization providing support to immigrants who are navigating the challenges of detention and release.

Here’s how Casa de Paz is making a difference:
🤝 Welcome Team: Volunteers greet and assist individuals recently released from detention centers.
✍️ Peace Pal Program: Volunteers write letters to detained individuals, offering connection and encouragement.
👥 Visitation Program: Volunteers visit individuals detained at the Aurora Detention Center, bringing hope and humanity to those in need.

💡 How You Can Help

Volunteer: Get started by completing their Online Training.

Donate Essentials: Check out their donation needs.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d3s6Q82l7h1dgYi3weE4yRuTCW7bSc5HmnPT_PaG08k/edit?tab=t.0

Support CO Gives Day: Make a donation here.
https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/CasadePaz

Join the Celebration: Attend their 12-Year Fundraising Event.
https://secure.givelively.org/event/casa-de-paz/celebrating-12-years-together

Casa de Paz’s mission inspires us to continue fostering justice and dignity for all. Together, we can make a difference!

📸 Tag your friends who’d love to get involved and learn more at casadepazcolorado.org.

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11/06/2024

CSA Week 22! Despite all going on, we still delivered our final 50 CSA shares today to our partners and .gardens.at.monarch

This is our last committed distribution and wraps up 22 weeks of delivering produce to partners across the Denver metro area. Politics may change, snow may fall but people still need to eat! We have worked so hard to deliver more food than ever this year. Thank you to our farm crew, all of the volunteers who came by and anyone who donated or supported us this year. We made a lot happen!

We will now be starting the process of moving our operations to 📦 If you are able, please consider donating to our organization to ensure we are able to continue growing food at the same level on the new site. It’s going to take a lot of work but we’re invested 💪

This week’s share includes: fennel, daikon, kohlrabi, bell peppers, parsley, Easter egg radish and salad greens

10/20/2024

CSA Week 19! Just when we thought it might frost, it jumps back to warmer weather…

This was the last week of distributions to our partners with the Colorado WIC program (woman, infants and children) and to Spirit of the Sun. We work with to send 30 boxes of veggies, fruit and eggs every week to families through the WIC program. We also send 40 CSA shares of veggies to .sun every week. We are so honored to have served these communities this year!

This week’s share includes: acorn squash, dried flower bouquet, cauliflower, shunkyo radish, kale, Anaheim peppers, garlic, basil and a mini decorative pumpkin

Featured flower: dahlia (we can’t get enough of our dahlias this year! Thankful for the friend who donated tubers to us 🥰)

10/14/2024

Yesterdays Sukkot & Harvest Festival was a beautiful day filled with community and celebration at Ekar Farm!🍁 Big shoutout to for the amazing catering that kept everyone fueled and happy 🍕

Thank you to all who joined us - we’re so grateful for your support and can’t wait to keep growing together! 🌱💚