Even in the face of government funding cuts this past fall and winter, our commitment to food access did not waver. Through a combination of incentive programs, partnerships, and community…
Author: Naomi De Palm
Seacoast Community Fridges
“Take what you need, leave what you can!” That’s the motto of the local community fridges that have been popping up around the Seacoast. Written by: Emma Harold, Communication Coordinator,…
A Heartfelt Thank You to Lilac Club Casino for Charitable Gaming Support
This summer brought an exciting opportunity for our organization. Thanks to the new Lilac Club Casino in Rochester, we raised $47,372 in revenue from charitable gaming days in July….
Introducing Farm to Footprints
How our new partnership is making local produce more accessible to our neighbors seeking food assistance while supporting Seacoast farmers and reducing food waste. At Seacoast Eat Local, we believe…
A Hands-On Workshop at Fat Peach Farm
This past weekend, local food enthusiasts of all ages gathered at Fat Peach Farm (FPF) to learn about the unique challenges of growing tomatoes outdoors, in the soil. This workshop…
Why SNAP Matching at Farmers’ Markets Needs Your Attention
Every week at our farmers’ markets, something remarkable happens at the market information booth. Shoppers using SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps) can currently double their purchasing power through…
Support Local Resilience: Tuckaway Food Commons Resilience Fund
On March 30, 2024, a devastating fire swept through Tuckaway Farm, causing significant damage and loss, including three barns, hay, equipment, tools, and livestock. However, in the face of such…
Start Your Spring Victory Garden
From backyards, balconies, and community plots, the resurgence of the victory garden is taking place across the U.S.. Born out of necessity during times of war, Americans are turning to…
Saltonstall Farm: Cultivating Community, One Berry at a Time
If you like going to pick your own berries, you may have visited, or heard of, Saltonstall Farm. And if you’ve had the pleasure of sampling their strawberries at our…