food is medicine
our key ingredients
Our Mission
Utilizing fresh, local food as a tool to educate, empower, and cultivate health in communities across North East Ohio
who we are
A nonprofit 501c(3) organization that serves Northeast Ohio with innovative programs.
Our impact
We help enhance food access, health and wellness while work to beautify our communities through gardens and the arts
Our impact
OUR PROGRAMS
Care-a-van
care strong project
gardens
& murals
Culinary
Arts
program
farmers'
markets
Nonprofit Not Letting Pandemic Stop Growth of Food and Futures
Spectrum News
"We’re gonna be doing whatever we can to keep these kids coming together, albeit in small groups, in a safe, socially distant way, so that we can still have these kids become active, grow their own food and spend time with one another"
Growing Healthy Food and Futures
Spectrum News
"I’ve seen kids not even want to touch soil before. I’ve seen kids not want to touch a vegetable before. Now you can’t even keep them out of the garden"
Nonprofit Not Letting Pandemic Stop Growth of Food and Futures
Spectrum News
Care-A-Van brings food, music and art to Northeast Ohio farmers markets
Cleveland.com
"Art, dance exercises, cooking demonstrations, nutrition information, health screenings, employment advice, and performances by young rappers with original lyrics about health are part of the visits"
Cuyahoga Arts and Culture to Grant $11.8 Million to 277 Local Arts Organizations in 2020
"The organization offers programs and resources for the community to grow and obtain fresh produce, as well link people to other vital services in the area"
Sara Continenza & Nicole Salerno speak to Joe about Food Strong and the work they're doing to make fresh food available for all.
