Food Security and Summer Produce at the Farm Stand
We know vulnerable community members are disproportionately impacted by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Many continue to find themselves unemployed and are having to choose between paying for food, medicine, housing, and other basic needs.
We have learned the following from nearly 450 surveyed Farm Stand beneficiaries:
Nearly 75% have reduced income, or have been furloughed or laid off
More than half have experienced challenges accessing fresh food
Despite high need, fewer than 15% receive CalFresh EBT assistance
Customers come to us from as far away as Chula Vista, Escondido, Santee, and even Temecula
We are so grateful for the community support that has awarded us the opportunity to continue our Organic Food Distribution Program through this time, reaching low-income seniors and families, active-duty military and veterans, immigrants, Holocaust survivors, home-bound, elder Native American tribal families, and the general community.
Drop by the Farm Stand tomorrow (Thursday) between 12pm and 3pm or Sunday between 10am and 3pm for your favorite summer treats: eggplant, walla walla onions, green beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, summer squash, and more!
Coastal Roots Farm is thrilled to invite “farmers-in-training” entering grades Pre-K - 5 (ages 4-11) for 7 sessions of Farm Camp this summer.
We are proud to offer this service to the community and are humbled that demand has been so high with all 7 sessions fully booked.
Stay tuned to hear more about the the incredible STEM-based activities, omanut (arts and crafts), shirim (songs), mischakim ba'teva (nature play), and Jewish learning we have in store for our "farmers-in-training!"
We wouldn't be able to nourish community through organic food distribution, hands-on learning experiences for schools and groups, and opportunities to engage in Jewish life without the generous support of our Corporate Partners.
We are so grateful to each of these partners for supporting the Farm's impact:
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we rely on your generosity and partnership to cultivate healthy, connected communities. Your tax-deductible donation helps us nourish the community, ensure access to hands-on learning experiences for schools and groups, offer community programs and events for people of all backgrounds, and provide fresh food to those who need it most. To learn more about our impact in the community, read our latest Impact Reports.
