2024 Volunteer of the Year
Beloved Community, We’re thrilled to honor Francesca Williamson as our Volunteer of the Year! Francesca’s passion and tireless work have inspired our team and community. Her leadership in the compost program and commitment to sustainable practices have been...
A Season for Reflection and Gratitude
Dear Friends, As we gather this week to share meals and stories with loved ones, let us take a moment to reflect not only on the food before us but also on the systems, labor, and land that make it possible. Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude, but it also...
Community with One Another and Our Ancestors
Partners in Progress, The reds, oranges, and yellows of fall’s great show are magic. Our eyes and hearts are overwhelmed by the natural golden beauty of life inside a miracle as we balance the sorrow behind the constant impacts of the climate collapse that stretches...
When We Fight, We Win
Beloved community, For so many reasons, autumn is my favorite season, and I hope you’ve enjoyed its first glimpse. The slow unfolding of this crimson season, paired with the crisp breeze and leaves crunching beneath our feet, reminds us of and invites us into Earth’s...
Community-Centric Fundraising on the Farm
Greetings! I’m thrilled to invite you to share a meal with us during Chefs in the Garden on September 15 and/or September 22. Each bite will delight your palate and underscore the profound connection between sustainable agriculture and healthy, vibrant communities....
Growing Hope Awards Inaugural Sprout Grants to Empower Community Gardens in Ypsilanti
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ayanfe Jamison Garden Manager [email protected] 734-786-8401 Growing Hope Awards Inaugural Sprout Grants to Empower Community Gardens in Ypsilanti Ypsilanti, MI, August 22, 2024–Growing Hope is proud to announce the recipients of...
Staff Stories: Marceline Jones
Dear Growing Hope Community, August 8th marked the last day of our eight-week Summer Teen Leadership Program! Over the past eight weeks, 12 Ypsilanti teens joined us as part of our farm staff for an intensive summer program of farm work and workshops on food justice,...
National Farmers Market Week 2024
Happy National Farmers Market Week! National Farmers Market Week is more than just a celebration; it is a testament to the enduring importance of local farmers markets in fostering community, promoting health, and advancing food sovereignty. In Ypsilanti, the farmers...
Chefs in the Garden 2024
Growing Hope Announces Return of Chefs in the Garden Fundraiser with Two-Night Dinner Series YPSILANTI, Mich. (July 2024) - Growing Hope is thrilled to announce the return of the beloved Chefs in the Garden fundraiser, set to take place on Sept. 15, 2024, and Sept....
Reclaiming our Connection to the Land
Greetings, In the heart of Ypsilanti, a small, vibrant, diverse community, we are reimagining the food system and building a reality where everyone can access fresh, local, and nutritious food. We are reclaiming our connection to the land. If you’ve ever heard me talk...