seeds of hope - ac rescue mission farm info
DESCRIPTION
The Atlantic City Rescue Mission is growing in more ways than one to provide innovative solutions for the homeless. The Farm is just another example started by the Mission. It provides a learning experience for the community who volunteer on the farm but the produce it generates helps feed homeless at the Mission. The Mission’s involvement with the farm in Cape May began to help a widow keep her property and maintain Farm Status and since, it’s really taken off. It's a win-win says President, CEO Bill Southrey. We provide labor for the farm through Mission residents and volunteers giving everyone a chance to work together and share in something really remarkable. “We’ve been contacted to help out another Farm in Atlantic County, which we hope to start working this year.” says Bill. The opportunities really help with food costs and serves as a spiritual model the importance of becoming self-reliant, helping others, working together and engaging in the miracle of life again.TRANSCRIPT
The Atlantic City Rescue Mission Farm builds community and it restores hope for the homeless.
Nestled in Cape May County, this 3-acre farm experienced many firsts this year from the introduction of chickens, bee keeping, and the drilling and installation of water wells.
We hope to double our harvest of vegetables from last season.
All produce is used in the Mission’s kitchen to make 650 meals
each day to feed the homeless. Church groups, families and
neighbors are invited to
spend a day on the farm and help
our area’s homeless begin to cultivate a
brand new life.
BOOK YOUR MISSION EXPERIENCE ON THE FARM BY
VISITING bit.ly/SEEDSofHOPE or calling 609-345-5517 today.
SEEDS of HOPE
SEEDSof HOPE is a great way to help others and at the same time, share the experiences of a working farm with your family. If you are interested in getting involved here are couple ways to participate:
VOLUNTEER: We need help to weed, harvest, and water. Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9am - 1pm (weather permitting).
Please RSVP to the Volunteer Coordinator by visiting bit.ly/SEEDSofHOPE as dates change due to weather!
• Gardening gloves (men’s, women’s and children’s sizes)
• Insect repellant (spray or wipes)
• Sunscreen
• Bottles of water
• Shovels, hoes, spades (long handled)
• Wheelbarrow
• Burlap bags
• Fertilizer (bags of 10-5-10 or 20-5-5)
• Tomato stakes/wooden tomato cages
• Picnic tables and large shade umbrella
• Farm tractor
• Irrigation system
MISSION FARM SUPPORTER FUND: You can also make a financial contribution to the Farm maintenance fund. Every dollar you invest directly benefits the needs of the homeless in your community. Make our Mission yours!
DONATE NEEDED ITEMS:
SO MANY WAYS TO HELP!BI
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DON’T MISS OUR
UPCOMING EVENTS.
For details visit www.
ACRescueMission.org