We have a very close and great relationship with Cultivate Food Rescue. Every year we help out and participate in their golf out. This year, we’re having a give back night where we are raising money for this great cause. So come by for some delicious pizza on July 17th and also help out a local nonprofit out at the same time.
Below you’ll find the latest info from their Newsletter to learn more about what kinds of programs they are supporting this year.
One of the most powerful moments of our Summer Backpack Program came during the first week of distribution at Central Park. A mother, moved to tears, shared how the frozen meals were an unexpected blessing. With her daughter going through a tough emotional period, the mother had missed work, leading to a reduction in her hours. As a result, while she could pay the bills, affording enough food had become a struggle. She told us, “I almost didn’t bring the kids to the park today, but I’m so glad I did. This is amazing.”
This is why the Summer Backpack Program is so critical. During the summer months, when school is out, many children lose access to the meals they rely on during the school year. That’s where Cultivate steps in, working with local schools, parks, and community partners to distribute meals to those who need them most.
In addition to our school locations, we’ve expanded our distribution through local pantry partners like the Middlebury Food Pantry and the Tolson Center. Cultivate is also coordinating meal offerings at several local parks in Goshen, in collaboration with Goshen Health and Goshen Community Schools.
The Summer Backpack Program is designed to ensure no child goes hungry during the summer months. For more information on locations and how to access the program, visit Cultivate’s Summer Backpack Program webpage.
These moments of connection and support show just how essential this program is for families in our community
Farm to Plate with local 4-H
If you follow Cultivate, you’re aware of the Meat Hunger Program that supplements Cultivate’s need for protein by intentionally sourcing it from local 4-H kids. As part of this program, Cultivate hosted its second annual breakfast. Attendees had the pleasure of learning about raising farm animals from dedicated 4-H students in the Meat Hunger Program. Did you know that a pig’s favorite treat is marshmallows!? Learn this and other farm facts from these hard working kids!
