The mission of East New York Farms! is to organize youth and adults to address food justice in our community by promoting local sustainable agriculture and community-led economic development.
Community members served per month
300
Volunteers per month
500
Number of staff/employees
12
Annual Budget
$600,000
Year Started
1998
Major Funders
Private foundations (60%), government (30%), donations and income (10%)
Interesting Fact
The community gardeners of East New York Farms! were the first urban growers in NYS to be certified to accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupons.
