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Montclair Community Farms Engaging the community through urban farming, affordable food access and healthy living.

Montclair Community Farms (formerly Miller Street Community Farm) is
a coalition of HOMECorp, Montclair Department of Health and Human Services, Montclair History Center, Montclair State University, and Rutgers Cooperative Extension: Essex County 4-H and Master Gardeners

We farm two sites in Montclair, one at Miller Street and one at the Montclair History Center. Community volunteers and Youth fa

rmers tend the farm sites along with a farm coordinator and farm director. Together we plant, grow, harvest and sell vegetables and produce at more affordable prices throughout the gardening season.

03/03/2025

In honor of Women’s History Month, each week we will be highlighting some of the most influential female farmers 🧑‍🌾 and environmentalists 🌿in American history.

This week, let’s learn about Karen Washington! Washington is a farmer and food justice activist who is still active today!

🌿She co-founded Black Urban Growers in 2010, which is an organization that empowers and supports Black agriculturists in both urban and rural areas. Washington also co-founded La Familia Verde Garden Coalition, which helped create the City Farms Market, which puts fresh produce🍅🥬 into the Bronx.

🌱Washington has also served on many community boards, including Why Hunger, Farm School NYC, Greenworks Cooperative, Soul Fire Farm, and many others where she brings her passion for food justice to the forefront.

She is also currently the co-owner of Rise and Root Farm in Chester, NY, where she is an organic grower🌿.

She has received many awards for her work in the food justice field!

03/01/2025

Wondering what to do when school is closed? Look no further as we are continuing our special program: Farm School!

For Grades K - 5

9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

Upcoming Farm Schools:

March 31st: Getting Started in the Garden

🌿Students will learn the basics of starting their garden and will design their own garden!

Register here:

https://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-farm-school?_gl=1*135rl7l*_gcl_au*MTY4NDk5MjA5NS4xNzMzOTQ0NjU5*_ga*Njg3NjE5MTEyLjE3MzM5NDQ2NTk.*_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*MTczOTgxNDM0Mi4zMC4xLjE3Mzk4MTQ3NjkuNTAuMC4w

02/26/2025

In honor of Black History Month, each week we will be highlighting some of the most influential Black farmers 👨🏾‍🌾 and environmentalists 🌿 in American history.

This week, let’s learn about John W. Boyd Jr.
John W. Boyd Jr. is a fourth-generation farmer, civil rights activist, and founder of the National Black Farmers Association that was established in 1995 to support and advocate for Black farmers. 🚜

Boyd has fought for justice in agriculture for many years and played a key role in securing a $1.15 billion settlement for Black farmers in 2010!

Boyd owns a farm in Virginia and grows soybeans, corn, and wheat, while also raising cattle. Over the years, he has been featured in many national medias and was considered Secretary of Agriculture under President Obama! 🌾✨

His ongoing advocacy continues to push for equal opportunities and resources for Black farmers across the country. 💪🏾🚜

02/24/2025

🌸Sweet pea Spring Break is back!!

With Spring Break right around the corner, we have the perfect week of outdoor fun for your child(ren) while school is out of session!

Join us for our Sweet Pea Spring Break as we engage in hands-on lessons and activities around the farm!

From bee-keeping 🐝, to chicken-keeping 🐓, to seed starting 🌱, your child(ren) will experience all of the fun activities spring has to offer!

🌸 This week-long session will run April 14th - April 18th.

Click here to register:

https://events.humanitix.com/sweet-pea-spring-break-2025

02/19/2025

In honor of Black History Month, each week we will be highlighting some of the most influential Black farmers 👨🏾‍🌾 and environmentalists 🌿 in American history.

This week, let’s learn about John W. Mitchell.

John W. Mitchell was a pioneering Cooperative Extension agent who dedicated his life to teaching Black farmers and youth in North Carolina. 🚜📚

In 1917, he traveled by horse and bicycle to support farmers. By 1922, he led extension programs in 15 counties and built one of the largest Black 4-H Clubs in the country! 🌱👩🏾‍🌾

In 1940, he became North Carolina’s State Agent for Negro Work, leading agricultural education statewide. His work empowered farmers, supported Black communities, and inspired future leaders. 💡🌿

His impact still lives on today! 💚

02/17/2025

🥬 Packed with vitamins, fiber, and crunch, cabbage is a standout crop at the farm! 💪✨ People all around the world use this crop in a unique and special way!

🌍 Middle Easterners incorporate this crop in a dish called “Malfoof”, stuffed cabbage rolls filled with rice, meat, and spices.
🥟 In Chinese cuisine, cabbage is used in dumplings, egg rolls, stir-fries, soups, and much more!

🌮 In Latin cuisine, cabbage is a key ingredient in a dish we all love, tacos!

These are just a few of the many ways cabbage is used and enjoyed around the world! 🌏💚

02/12/2025

In honor of Black History Month, each week we will be highlighting some of the most influential Black farmers 👨🏾‍🌾 and environmentalists 🌿 in American history.

This week, let’s learn about Frederick McKinley Jones.

Frederick McKinley Jones revolutionized food transport by inventing the first mobile refrigeration system. 🧊 Before his invention, food was kept cold with ice and salt, which didn’t last very long.

In 1938, Jones created a compact, durable cooling unit that kept food fresh in trucks, trains, ships, and planes, which made fresh produce available nationwide all year round. 🍎🚚

He later led a refrigeration company, and became the first Black American to receive the National Medal of Technology. 🏅

His invention changed the food industry forever and still impacts global food distribution today!

02/11/2025

Dear Friends and Supporters,

The MCF Team would like to personally invite you to a special Fundraiser Concert for Montclair Community Farms at Tierney’s Tavern on Saturday, February 22, at 8 PM with live music from Rewildersmusic 🎸✨

This isn’t just a night of great music—it’s a chance for us to come together as a community and rally behind the work we do at MCF.

With recent cuts to DEI and climate change funding, organizations like ours are being hit hard. But, I know that real change starts with people who care—people like you. MCF has always been more than a farm; it’s a place where we fight for food access, sustainability, and education. Your support at this fundraiser will help us keep these essential programs going, ensuring that fresh food, environmental learning, and urban agriculture remain accessible to all. 💚

Join the MCF Team for a night of music, connection, and action.

Let’s show that when institutions step back, our community steps up.🌙✨

— With gratitude,
MCF Team 💚

02/10/2025

🌿JOIN US IN THE GREENHOUSE!🌿

🌱We know that access to green spaces is incredibly important for our well-being, and this season we are excited to open our doors and welcome our Seniors a bit earlier than normal!

🪴Join us in the Van Vleck House & Gardens Turner Greenhouse for our free program “Senior Wellness Friday”! Each week participants will have the opportunity to join the MCF team to learn how to care for our tiny seedlings. 🌱

🧑‍🌾The greenhouse will provide a warm escape from the chill of winter, give us the opportunity to get our hands dirty, and help build community! 👨‍🌾

🌸Together, we will have fun starting the seeds that will provide sustenance for our community members and make new friends while doing so.

Click the below sign up:

https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/9040E4AAEA723ABFA7-54066547-march

This program is generously funded by the The Montclair Foundation

02/05/2025

In honor of Black History Month, each week we will be highlighting some of the most influential Black farmers 👨🏾‍🌾 and environmentalists 🌿 in American history.

This week, let’s learn about Thomas Monroe Campbell.

Campbell was the first local educator in the Cooperative Extension System that dedicated over 50 years to helping African American farmers in the South. 🌱

Campbell traveled around rural communities in Alabama with a Jesup Agricultural Wagon, which is basically a farm on wheels! 🚜🌱This special wagon was packed with tools, seeds, fertilizer, and supplies to help farmers learn better planting techniques and improve their crops.

Instead of waiting for farmers to come to a school, Campbell brought the school to them, teaching hands-on farming skills right in their own communities. 🌾👨🏾‍🌾

Thanks to the Jesup Agricultural Wagon, Black farmers learned new and better ways to grow their crops, which helped them farm more successfully, support their families, and build stronger communities. 🌱🚜✨
His legacy continues to inspire sustainable farming and education today. 💚

01/28/2025

🌸Are you excited about starting your summer garden, but feel overwhelmed with the information on the internet?

Fret not, we have the perfect program specialized to empower gardeners at all levels!

🍅Our hybrid “Grow Your Own Veggie Garden” series led by our Executive Director, Lana, empowers budding gardeners with the knowledge and skills to plant and grow thriving gardens.

🌿You’ll learn all about soil health and ensuring your soil is nutrient-dense, how and where to plant your crops, how to prune your veggies, how to identify and prevent pests and disease, and more!

📚We’ll also share our favorite resources to expand your learning and provide plenty of time after each class to get all your individual questions answered.

The series costs $200and includes seven 45-minute presentations followed by Q&A and a “starter pack” of 10 seedlings grown by us in the Van Vleck House & Gardens greenhouse ($50 value) to get your garden started.

Meetings will be held via Zoom weekly on Saturday mornings at 10 am from March 15th - April 26th.

Click here to register:

https://events.humanitix.com/grow-your-own-vegetable-garden-2025

01/01/2025

Wishing all a happy and safe New Year!

12/29/2024

MCF puts the “unity” in community!

Let’s hear from one of our coalition members, Angelica, who is the Executive Director of the Montclair History Center. Here’s what she has to say:

“For more than 12 years, the Montclair History Center has proudly collaborated with Montclair Community Farms to create a meaningful impact in our community.

Montclair Community Farms transformed a previously underutilized expanse of land into a vibrant educational farm on our property that not only fosters agricultural knowledge but also plays a crucial role in addressing food insecurity in Montclair and surrounding communities.

This thriving farm offers fresh produce to those in need, ensuring that community members have access to healthy, nutritious, and affordable food.

Through its mobile farm stand, diverse volunteer opportunities, and engaging educational programs, Montclair Community Farms empowers individuals of all ages to explore sustainable farming practices while deepening the community’s connection to the land.

This initiative is driven by a genuine passion and a steadfast commitment to enhancing our food systems, particularly for those who are most impacted by food insecurity.

By fostering hands-on learning and community involvement, Montclair Community Farms not only cultivates knowledge but also nurtures a sense of belonging and responsibility toward our shared environment.”

Consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation. Double your impact by donating today!

Click the link in our bio to donate!

12/27/2024

MCF puts the “unity” in community!

Today, we are hearing from one of our coalition members, Marissa, who is a County 4-H Agent. Here’s what she has to say:

“We love our youth who help build a vibrant community at Montclair Community Farms.

Education is part of our mission at Montclair Community Farms, offering hands-on learning experiences in the heart of downtown Montclair.

For over a decade, we have empowered young people of all ages from across Essex County to explore animal sciences, food systems, and community development.

Through our programs, youth have the opportunity to develop essential leadership skills, fostering a sense of belonging and personal growth.

Our dedicated staff, volunteers, and teen leaders work tirelessly to create a supportive and inclusive environment where every young person can thrive.

MCF will continue growing alongside our young people, and we ask for your support to help us continue our mission of educating the next generation.”

Consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation.

Double your impact by donating today!

Click the link in our bio to donate!

12/25/2024

🐓Happy holidays from your friends at MCF!

In the spirit of the season, we would like to express our sincerest gratitude for all of the support we recieve!

Wishing all a happy and safe holiday season!

12/24/2024

MCF puts the “unity” in community!

Today we are highlighting two of our many amazing partners: STEAM URBAN and the Human Needs Food Pantry.

Here’s what Fallon from STEAM URBAN has to say:

“Montclair Community Farms has been a dynamic resource for our Urban Farm in Newark NJ. For the last two years we have relied heavily on their seedling donation to get us growing and starting for the season.

A Healing Sanctuary grows over 500 pounds of food each season, supporting all types of community members in our 1/4th acre lower broadway space, and is a learning and educational resource for many growers.

Without MCF's support we would not be able to have such a robust season or support our community. Being a small nonprofit we don't have much funding, so this donation is our lifeline.

Along with their donation, they have provided training, resources, helping hands, and continued support of our mission and goals. I am deeply impacted by their work, admire what they do, and am full from their partnership.

MCF brings such a vital resource to our Urban farming community and we at STEAM URBAN are just so grateful and thankful for them.”

Now let’s hear what Christina from Human Needs Food Pantry of Montclair, New Jersey has to say:

“The Human Needs Food Pantry has been partnering with Montclair Community Farms for a few years. Twice a year in the summer and fall the MCF comes to the HNFP to distribute a box of fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables to our clients.

Our clients are always excited to see the mobile farm stand at the HNFP. They enjoy interacting with the many volunteers and young interns who often carry the boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables to the cars for them.

The small farm cooperative makes a big impact on those clients of the HNFP that participate in their bi-annual distribution.”

Consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation.

Double your impact by donating today!

Click the link in our bio to donate!

12/20/2024

MCF puts the “unity” in community!

Today we are hearing from our Education Coordinator, Wolfgang. Let’s hear what he has to say:

“Montclair Community Farms is a place where everyone comes to grow, and I’ve found this to be evident nowhere more than in my own life. I began my time on the farm as an intern in the Spring of 2023, where I was introduced to the basics of agriculture and environmentalism through communal work between the interns, volunteers, and staff on the farm.

When I was fortunate enough to be hired on as MCF’s education coordinator, I carried these values with me as I was given the space to grow as an aspiring educator. My students’ interest and excitement about the world around them has been the biggest source of inspiration for any lesson I teach, and I am so grateful to have been able to learn with them this year.

With our educational programs we’ve been able to reach students through classes and field trips on our farm, as well as in after school programs, and we hope to reach even more this coming year.

Your support means our continued ability to nurture knowledge of and appreciation for the outdoors in kids of all ages. We are especially grateful for the way that your donations allow us to provide these camps, classes, and activities to kids whose families would otherwise not have access to them through our scholarship programs.”

Consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation. Double your impact by donating today!

Click the link in our bio to donate!

12/18/2024

We have a $10,000 challenge and we need your help!

The Partners for Health Foundation is generously matching every dollar donated for the first $10,000 of our campaign....

and we are asking YOU 🫵 to double your impact!

Here’s how it works:

We are $2,870 away from reaching $10,000 donated! Will you join this challenge and help us meet this goal?

Every dollar counts and helps us reach our goal: Your $1 becomes $2, your $20 becomes $40, your $100 becomes $200!

Join the challenge today and help us meet the $10,000 by December 31st.

Click the link in our bio to double your impact!

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Happy New Year! 🎊 We are officially done with 2023! Thank you for an amazing year on the farm. What an honor to serve our community and meet so many amazing humans. Our work would not be possible without the support of the community around us. We get to experience human connection on another level that motivates us to strive to do more. Your words of encouragement, trust in our programs, and help on the farm is what keeps us going and smiling. Thank you🌱 You have been amazing in 2023 and we can’t wait to kick butt in 2024 💪🏽! Let’s spark change together- one tomato at a time 🍅 Happy New Years 🍾

It is the final day of our 10 reasons to support MCF and we have big news!😱 With the support and generosity of all of you, we were able to reach our fundraising goal! 💗 Let’s keep the momentum going! Have you met our coalition? The founding coalition partners of the Montclair Community Farms include the Montclair Department of Health and Human Services, Montclair State University, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Essex County, Montclair History Center, Rutgers 4-H of Essex/Hudson County (Essex 4-H and Master Gardeners), HOMECorp-Homes of Montclair Ecumenical Corporation, and Essex County Schools of Technology. Our coalition provides partnerships and opportunities to aid us in the continuation of the work we do here at Montclair Community Farms. Here is what two of our Coalition members had to say about MCF: “Montclair Community Farms Coalition formed with the mission to address food access issues within our community. The commitment and dedication of the organization to fostering education 📖🌿 and sustainable solutions have had a profound and positive impact on the lives of many…” “...The MCFC understands the multifaceted nature of food insecurity and are actively working to tackle the root causes through changing these systems…” -Marissa Staffen, 4-H Agent III, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Essex County🍀 “As our community faces the ever growing challenges of our environments and food systems, understanding our agricultural past can guide us towards making informed decisions that are sustainable for our present and future…” “...Prior to industrialization, Montclair was a thriving farming community. 🌾Having a working, modern community farm onsite provides the Montclair History Center the opportunity to speak to our agricultural past that sustained these communities for generations…” “...By tapping into the knowledge embedded in our agricultural history, we can discover sustainable approaches which are core

It is day 9 of our 10 reasons to support MCF! We are so incredibly close to reaching our goal!🎉 Are you part of our community composting program? This year, we gave our compost a much-needed facelift! If every one of our composting community members donate, we’ll be able to reinforce our composting system even more! Our compost also has had tremendous positive environmental impacts! This year through the community's contributions we helped to divert 6 tons of waste from entering the landfill! 😱 Food waste is the largest category of material in municipal landfills, they emit methane- a potent greenhouse gas. By utilizing our Community Compost, food scraps are able to take on a new life fertilizing our crops. 🌾 This composting program has been a FREE service that the farm has offered to the community for years! With such a rapid growth in participants, our small staff is working hard to keep up with maintenance. Your donation goes towards managing our compost systems and to hopefully expand our service 💵 Thank you again to everyone who took the time to sort and drop off their food scraps! 💚 Please consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation; double your impact by donating today! 🌱Click below to donate🌱 https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate?mc_cid=238fa8e23a&mc_eid=815806ba19 #local #urbanfarm #urbanfarming #community #donation #endofyeardonation #montclaircommunityfarms #mcf #montclair #montclairnj #newjersey #mcfcmobilefarmstand #mcfmobilefarmstand #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference

We are half way through our 10 reasons to support Montclair Community Farms. Here is reason number 🖐️ Meet Bridget👩🏻‍🌾, our Farm Stand Manager! Every week, Bridget takes our Farm Stand out to deliver fresh produce to communities in need across Essex County! Here’s what she had to say about Montclair Community Farms. “My first season I was eager to be involved in the farm stand, going to our weekend markets in my hometown in Belleville, knowing that many families there do not have access to local and organic produce. 🍅🥕 Since I began taking the farm stand this year to our markets, I have been able to see how our interns take initiative to greet our seniors and assist them in selecting the hardy leafy greens 🥬 they grew and harvested. I have been part of the team for a year now and it has been quite an adventure seeing the whole process… A lot of hard work goes into preparing for each step and it feels rewarding when our seniors are excited for our seasonal produce, sharing their home remedies with our products from the garden.” In order to keep up the work we are doing, we need your 🫵 help! Please consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation; double your impact by donating today! 🌱Click below to donate🌱 https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate?mc_cid=238fa8e23a&mc_eid=815806ba19 #local #urbanfarm #urbanfarming #community #donation #endofyeardonation #montclaircommunityfarms #mcf #montclair #montclairnj #newjersey #mcfcmobilefarmstand #mcfmobilefarmstand #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference

Today is day 3 of our 10 day count down! Meet our Farm Manager Satoni! 👩🏻‍🌾 🍅Satoni grows all the food and manages our two production sites! Through her passion for farming she has helped many of our interns develop a deep appreciation for all that our farm can bring to the community. 🌿Here’s what she had to say about Montclair Community Farms: “This year, I’ve felt success during moments when someone visits the farm and our interns proudly let them know that they were the ones that planted that seed and nurtured that plant” 🌱 “The moment these young highschoolers hit that feeling of fulfillment in their hard work all while creating beautiful relationships and happy memories.” “…it goes beyond growing crops on the farm, it feels like I’ve succeeded in choosing this job, this lifestyle, this passion and it is only because of the people that I come across on the farm.”💓 “When you have people working together to care for the earth and enrich those around you, it deepens and connects us to all that it is. It shows how much a part of this world we all are and the importance of our footprint.” Please consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation; double your impact by donating today! 🌱Click below to donate🌱 https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate?mc_cid=238fa8e23a&mc_eid=815806ba19 #local #urbanfarm #urbanfarming #community #donation #endofyeardonation #montclaircommunityfarms #mcf #montclair #montclairnj #newjersey #mcfcmobilefarmstand #mcfmobilefarmstand #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference

DAY 2 ✌🏽of our 10 day countdown! ⏳ Montclair Community Farms is a local agriculture organization. We help provide the community with fresh, healthy, and sustainable produce As the only farm located in Montclair, our farmers dedicate themselves to bringing fresh and organic produce to the local communities through our mobile farmstand 🛻, which we take to senior housing centers in Montclair and Bellville, as well as pop-up markets in Newark and Montclair. We try our best to invest in our community and stay as local as we possibly can. From our seeds purchased in Maine, our potting soil from New York, pots from Pennsylvania, seedlings grown in Montclair, and compost from New Jersey. It all stays within the East Coast! It is not only because of our staff, but because of our patrons, contributors, volunteers and community partners that we are able to access local materials. Whether it be donated organic compost and succession seedlings 🌱 or funding that allows us to pay a buck more for materials to support another local organization. We are fortunate to invest back into the community that has invested so much into us! If you’d like to help us expand our impact on food security, please consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms! All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation; double your impact by donating today!💚💸 Link to donate: https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate?mc_cid=238fa8e23a&mc_eid=815806ba19 #local #urbanfarm #urbanfarming #community #donation #endofyeardonation #montclaircommunityfarms #mcf #montclair #montclairnj #newjersey #mcfcmobilefarmstand #mcfmobilefarmstand #SpreadKindness #MakeADifference

👩🏻‍🌾Meet Lana, our Farm Director! She is the driving force behind many of our endeavors at the farm. From guiding Farmpreneurs to maintaining positive connections within the community she seemingly does it all! ✨ 🌱While she primarily takes on administrative responsibilities, she continually makes an effort to spend time with the staff and encourages personal growth through our work and relationships at the farm. 🌱 Here’s what Lana had to say: “I have always felt a strong desire to build community, and serve others and this drive is what led me to MCF. Working at the farm has allowed me to pursue my passion for sustainable agriculture and empower the next generation of land stewards. A job I pour my heart into every day.”❤️ “Montclair Community Farms has been my container for growth for many years. I started as a part-time farm manager, and today I am the Director. I knew from the moment I stepped foot into these gardens I found home.” 🪴 “Each day, I have the privilege of working with people of all ages, supporting them on their unique journeys and helping them find home too.” “What makes MCF special is the passion our team brings to the work. We strive to be a safe place for all, building strong connections among ourselves, and cultivating tomorrow's empathetic leaders. Most importantly empowering each other to be the change we wish to see in the world.” “Thank you for being a vital part of our community, and contributing to the growth and success of our farm. Your support fuels our passion, and we feel fortunate to bring knowledge, delicious food, and joy into your lives.” In order to keep up the work we are doing, we need your help! Please consider a tax-deductible donation to Montclair Community Farms. All contributions will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation; double your impact by donating today! 🌱Click below to donate🌱 https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate?mc_cid=238fa8e23

Say hello to one of our coalition members 👋, Angelica Diggs! Angelica is the director at Montclair History Center! If you’ve ever visited the farm for programs, community compost, or chickens then you have the History Center to thank! 🙏🏼 The History Center has supported Montclair Community farms for over 10 years! Providing us the space that we occupy to grow food 🥬 and to run all our amazing educational programs 🤸🏾 It’s organizations like MHC that really shows us what it means to build community 🤝 . They were able to see the potential and vision for a local urban farm and were quick to offer any form of support in order to see that vision come to fruition 🌱 Over the years, our staff have grown to love everyone at the history center as our extended farm family- celebrating holidays, birthdays, and milestones together 🫶🏼 We have been so fortunate to build the farm on this perfect piece of paradise and hope to continue and expand further! 😊 Thank you MHC! Be sure to check out @montclairhistorycenter and all the special tours they offer! We couldn’t do our work without MHC, but also without YOU! With your support, we hope to expand our impact and reach our fundraising goal of $15,000 😱 Click the link below to donate today! All donations until 12/31 will be matched by the Partners for Health Foundation 🌱 https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate

Have you spotted our Mobile Farm Stand around Essex County? 👀 The center of our work at Montclair Community Farms will always be affordable food access🥬. Lana, Bridget, and Satoni from our farm team 👩🏻‍🌾👩🏽‍🌾👩‍🌾 alongside our interns and Farmpreneurs are able to bring our organic local produce directly to the community members who need it most. This season our Mobile Farm Stand expanded to 53 market locations throughout Montclair and Essex County and 3 new monthly pop-up locations, but our hearts ❤️ lie where we began. Which is our weekly visits to the First Montclair House and the PineRidge senior housing center. The team delivers more than simply nutrient-dense fruit and vegetables 🍎, they help spread joy, connect community members across generations, and empower💪🏽 our youth to give back to their neighbors. In addition to subsidizing our prices and participating in the Good Food Bucks program to double the value of SNAP benefits, this year MCF was proud to provide direct support to the local senior population by teaming up with other organizations to provide $30 💵 Farm Stand vouchers to over 50 seniors. We appreciate our Farm Stand regulars and all 569 customers we served this year, who give our team as much joy and enrichment as we aim to give them 🫶🏼. Please consider making a donation today to support our Mobile Farm Stand operations next season. As a 501(c)3, all donations to Montclair Community Farms are tax-deductible, and all donations will be generously matched dollar for dollar by the Partners for Health Foundation🌱 The powerful work of Montclair Community Farms is only possible because of the strong community that stands behind us. 🌱Link to donate: https://www.montclaircommunityfarms.org/donate