urban restoration
programs
superior farm
After and during renovations, the Food Strong Team, community partners, and neighboring community will create and maintain an Urban Farm to further enhance our shared mission of improving food access, environmental sustainability, nutrition education, and entrepreneurship. We will implement strategic community engagement and needs assessments to ensure that the transformation is community-informed, collaborative, and truly reflective of the needs and goals of the neighborhood and all of Greater Cleveland. We will significantly expand the current space into a multi-organizational hub, community marketplace, learning center, and more. We will maintain and beautify the grounds, making necessary repairs and aesthetic improvements on the property, all while training community members in construction, landscaping, carpentry, and related fields. The Farm will be a space that engages and beautifies the neighborhood while improving access to fresh, local foods, workforce development opportunities, and resources. All of this will be done while repurposing and resting materials to foster a circular economy, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency. The Farm will be a great asset for Cleveland and all of Northeast Ohio. Sign up to volunteer here, and donate to this initiative here.
Volunteer cleanup
Food Strong organizes regular cleanup events at East Cleveland's historic Coit Road Farmers Market where volunteers can get involved in helping to beautify the space and work on our Learning Garden. This program happens all year round on the first Satruday of every month from 9am-noon. We serve refreshments. Click on our Calendar for dates, and visit our Facebook event page for more information. Sign up to volunteer here.
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Vacant lot restoration initiative
Food Strong's Vacant Lot Restoration Initiative (VLRI) was launched through the generous support of Cuyahoga County. It is a partnership between Food Strong, Rid-All Green Partnership, and the Cuyahoga Land Bank. We work collaboratively to assist community groups with acquiring vacant lots and restoring them through sustainable agricultural practices. Potential site uses include urban farms and gardens, pocket parks, community gathering spaces, and other innovative constructions. We emphasize collaboration to foster project sustainability.
Interested in receiving support? Fill out this application here.
Email Info@FoodStrong.org if you are interested in partnering with us on this initiative.