News & Updates
Introducing Project MOBILE!
In order to focus on our food access goals this year at Project GROWS, we have decided to pause our CSA program as we expand our mobile market program, bringing fresh local food directly into communities facing barriers to access. (Interested in other CSAs in the...
GROWing as a Social Worker
By Abria Brown, Social Work InternMary Baldwin University, Class of 2022 Since 2018, I have been working to graduate with my Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and because of that, I am no stranger to internships. I completed three similar social work related...
Dixon Garden and Outdoor Classroom Updates
By Lindy Magness (Environmental Education Assistant '21) and Nichole Barrows (Director of Education) Exciting things are growing at Dixon Education Center! As part of Project GROWS' continued partnership with Dixon this calendar year, we have focused on the goal of...
Transitions and Transformational Gifts
by Ann Snyder Co-chair, Project GROWS Board of Trustees September 1, 2021 Dear Friends and Partners, We write to you today with news of significant change at GROWS. Executive Director, Tom Brenneman, has decided to step away from his role as of September 30, 2021. We...
Everything You Need to Know About Farmer’s Markets!
By Lauren Dessaure, Virginia Tech Dietetic Student and Virginia Cooperative Extension SNAP-Ed intern What is a Farmer’s Market? A farmer's market, by definition, is a food market where local farmers sell fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, and other locally...
Youth Leader Spotlight: Garrett
By Garrett P., 2021 Youth Leader in Ag (Summer Youth Staff), Staunton High School ’23 Project GROWS is a really nice experience. I would recommend it to anyone who likes to be outside in nature—you can learn about all the different plants and when to harvest and plant...
Youth Leader Spotlight: Kyra
By Kyra H., 2021 Youth Leader in Ag (Summer Youth Staff), Staunton High School ’23 After getting major spine surgery and relearning how to walk, I wouldn’t have expected myself to start working at a farm. I love the environment here. Everyone is so respectful of...
Youth Leader Spotlight: Seth
By Seth Z., 2021 Youth Leader in Ag (Summer Youth Staff), Staunton High School ’22 I began this job at the beginning of June with my fellow staff. I feel I have developed some important skills for farming and in general. Although it is a paid job, it can sometimes...
Youth Leader Spotlight: Rosie
By Rosie C., 2021 Youth Leader in Ag (Summer Youth Staff), Fort Defiance High School ’22 Growing plants has always been an interest of mine since I started keeping a small backyard garden with my mom when I was younger. I heard about Project GROWS by attending a...
Youth Leader Spotlight: Colby
By Colby S., 2021 Youth Leader in Ag (Summer Youth Staff), Staunton High School ’22 This summer, instead of staying at home to sleep, play video games, and watch TV, I decided I wanted to work with Project GROWS. I did this for the original reason of wanting to get...