Harvest Child Care Ministries

The LENOWISCO Planning District Commission, established in 1969, serves as one of Virginia's twenty-one planning district commissions, focusing on the Counties of Lee, Scott, Wise, and the City of Norton. Recognized federally by the Appalachian Regional Commission and the Economic Development Administration, LENOWISCO is dedicated to local infrastructure planning and development, emphasizing community and economic development, transportation, and public utility infrastructure. In addition to its planning efforts, LENOWISCO offers grant writing and management services, addressing both traditional and emerging economic sectors. The Commission also provides Geographic Information Services (GIS) to support its member localities and the broader community, adapting to the evolving needs of the region. Generated from the website

Appalachian Harvest, based in Duffield, VA, has been a pivotal resource for small- to mid-sized farmers in the region since 2000, offering training, shared-use equipment, and distribution services to enhance local agriculture. The organization actively supports sustainable farming practices and community initiatives, including food distribution programs and specialized support for veterans through projects like the Patriot Garden Box Project. With a strong focus on agroforestry and food security, Appalachian Harvest has facilitated the sale of $40 million worth of products for local farmers and distributed millions of pounds of food to rural food pantries. Their innovative programs, such as the Grow Your Own initiative and the Agroforestry Farm Tour Series, underscore their commitment to fostering a resilient agricultural community in Appalachia. Generated from the website