Western Massachusetts Food

The Trustees of Smith Charities, based in Northampton, MA, manage a charitable Trust established by Oliver Smith, a visionary farmer from Hatfield, who bequeathed $400,000 in 1845. The Trust has distributed over $9 million to qualified recipients in nine communities, assisting young apprentices, widows, and other beneficiaries in their pursuit of trade and stability. In addition to cash gifts, the provisions of Smith's will led to the establishment of the Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School and emphasized the importance of religious, racial, and political tolerance in the distribution of its benefits. The enduring impact of the Trust's contributions reflects Oliver Smith's progressive foresight and dedication to community welfare. Generated from the website

Springfield Partners for Community Action is a nonprofit organization that focuses on job training, health care, housing and economic development issues of low-income families. It offer the Youth IDA program, which helps in buying homes, enrolling in colleges and starting businesses by opening matched savings accounts. The organization additionally offers a homeownership program that rehabilitates distressed housing into homes for sale to low-income buyers. Springfield Partners for Community Action serves as a low-income verification site that helps clients in completing the necessary forms to qualify for food vouchers at local food pantries. It operates a child care center that serves snacks and organizes field trips for preschoolers. In addition, the organization provides the Weatherization Assistance Program, which offers energy efficiency services and materials to single-family homes, multifamily dwellings, and manufactured homes. Springfield Partners for Community Action is located in Springfield, Mass.

The Cornucopia Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Peterborough, NH, dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture and healthy eating habits through educational programs, school gardens, and an educational farm. With a focus on community engagement, the Cornucopia Project offers a range of opportunities for individuals and businesses to collaborate, volunteer, and support their mission. From providing classroom garden kits and consulting services to hosting workshops and farm tours, they strive to inspire and empower people of all ages to connect with nature and cultivate a love for fresh, locally grown food.Generated from the website