Enjoy the farm, food, and community! We invite our community to connect with us at our annual Summer Open House Series – our family-friendly kick-off event for Summer! ☀️ This is a free event and opportunity to connect with youth leaders in our Summer Farm Program, try something they created in the kitchen, and hear about what … Read more
We’re excited to share our first Rooted Stories! Through Rooted Stories, we’re highlighting the people who’ve helped shape Urban Roots and the powerful moments that remind us why this work matters, now more than ever. To start, we sat down with one of our longtime leaders, who’s been part of Urban Roots for more than … Read more
“We take our work seriously, but we like to have fun!”– Urban Roots Youth Leader We’re excited to share something new with you – Urban Roots has a new logo! Just like the young people we serve, our new branding is bold, fresh, and full of life. It reflects the grit, creativity, and authenticity that define … Read more
Custom Branding x Urban Roots 32 oz. RTIC Outback Bottles Support Urban Roots with Our New Limited Time Water Bottle! Imagine young leaders in our community, not only growing fresh, healthy food but also gaining vital skills and confidence through paid opportunities at Urban Roots. Your support empowers these young individuals to make a real … Read more
A display of Urban Roots produce on a table. Kale, beets, green beans, and bell peppers are prominently featured. What is the Hojas program? Hojas is a community-led distribution program, an initiative to create networks of resident leaders who have autonomy over how fresh produce is distributed in their neighborhoods. However, this isn’t anything new! … Read more
Brian Stephens, Urban Roots Executive Director, making food shares with produce on the Urban Roots East farm. A Letter from Brian Stephens, Executive Director of Urban Roots Dear Friends, As September ushers in the back-to-school season, it also marks Hunger Action Month, a time to shine a spotlight on the urgent issue of food insecurity … Read more
Our 2024 Community Partner of the Year!
Our 2024 Food Access Partner of the Year!
Community members share their “why” in this new seven-minute film
Meet Brian Stephens, joining to lead the Urban Roots team
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