Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean. - Ryunosuke Satoro
Community Resources and Local Food Justice Organizations
Just Food
Just Food is a non-profit organization that connects communities and local farms with the resources and support they need to make fresh, locally grown food accessible to all New Yorkers. Just Food empowers regional farmers and food producers, CSA organizers and everyday eaters to establish and experience healthy food systems—in every neighborhood. Learn more at www.justfood.org
Also, check out the profile of La Familia Verde on JustFood.org
Also, check out the profile of La Familia Verde on JustFood.org
GreenThumb NYC
GreenThumb NYC provides programming and material support to over 500 community gardens in New York City. Workshops, which are the access point for supplies, are held every month of the year, covering gardening basics to more advanced farming and community organizing topics. Learn more about GreenThumb NYC at http://www.greenthumbnyc.org/
BUGS - Black Urban Growers
Black Urban Growers (BUGS), an organization of volunteers committed to building networks and community support for growers in both urban and rural settings. Through education and advocacy around food and farm issues, we nurture collective black leadership to ensure we have a seat at the table. Learn more at www.blackfarmersconf.org/
New York Community Garden Coalition - NYCGC
Founded in 1996, New York City Community Garden Coalition's mission is to promote the preservation, creation, and empowerment of community gardens through education, advocacy, and grassroots organizing. Learn more at http://nyccgc.org/
