I’m curious about…

Who owns this property now?

In late 2020, Lilac Hedge Farm purchased the remaining parcel of the former Heifer Farm. This is the parcel of land with the buildings and infrastructure, as well as what is now Overlook FARM’s garden space. Lilac Hedge Farm provides Overlook FARM a long-term lease including almost three acres of woods, garden and outdoor learning space, and a building that serves as our office and education space. We are very lucky to have a strong partnership with Lilac Hedge and work together to promote our mission and goals.

What does Overlook FARM do?

GROW-TEACH-GIVE

Our mission is to teach the value of sustainable agriculture and promote food justice to grow a healthy world. We operate on the values of creating a healthier food system, building inclusive community connections, a commitment to sustainable practices, and learning through hands-on experiences. Our goals are to educate the community on food production and systems, and to utilize volunteer support to improve food access by growing produce for donation to local food pantries.

In short, we are growing food with two purposes:

1. to teach people of all ages about how food grows and their relationship with the food system, and

2. to donate to local food pantries and hunger relief organizations.

Can I volunteer? Can I bring a group to do volunteer work?

We are looking forward to having many more volunteer opportunities starting in 2022! These will include open volunteer sessions for folks to stop by and help, and the opportunity for groups to sign up to help at the FARM. We welcome community, scout, faith, service-learning, and corporate groups. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for open sessions. If you’re interested in bringing a group, reach out to us.

Where can I learn about upcoming events, programs, and opportunities?

Sign up to receive our monthly newsletter, like our Facebook page to see recent updates, and check out our current program offerings.  

I’m not very interested in volunteering in the garden, but I want to help in some other way. What can I do?

  • Overlook FARM relies on individual and group donations to support the work we are doing. Read more about ways to make a financial contribution.

  • We’re always looking for items on our Wishlist.

  • Choose Overlook FARM when shopping with Amazon Smile.

  • Spread the word! Tell your friends and neighbors what we’re doing!