INTRODUCITON
About Us
To learn more about who we are and what we do, explore the key elements that shape our work and guide our impact. From our mission and vision, to the dedicated board of directors, staff, and volunteers who bring our gardens to life, each piece plays an important role in growing healthy, connected, and sustainable communities.
12
Years Of Experience
INTRODUCTION
We Grow Food
Our Mission and Vision highlight what we stand for: empowering students, families, and communities through accessible food education and shared garden spaces.
Our Mission
We Grow Food provides neighbourhoods with the education, tools, installation, and…
Our Vision
We envision a future where fresh, homegrown food is part of everyday life in all neighborhoods…
INTRODUCTION
Our Story
During a crisp fall day in 2013, We Grow Food was planted in the hearts of a small group of local food enthusiasts and urban farmers. This seed, which started as an awareness of increasing food insecurity in underserved neighbourhoods in Oshawa, began with a simple vision: to grow food and community, together.
Since then, it has grown into an organization that has built and manages 6 community gardens, created 35 private gardens, and continues to educate and empower the community on how to grow food and live sustainably in an urban setting. In 2019, We Grow Food harvested 25,000 lbs of food — and gave it all away for free!
We Grow Food believes that everyone, regardless of age, gender, economic status, abilities, ethnicity and personal beliefs has the right to access healthy, fresh, locally-grown produce!
Contributes to a large local food system by growing fresh produce that is accessible to all.
Creates inclusive communities where everyone’s voice, gift, skill and talent is important.
Believes in full-circle giving where everyone has the dignity to give and receive.
Values life-long, hands-on learning partnered with community involvement.
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