Care Farming is the therapeutic use of farming practices for marginalized or vulnerable groups of people. This model is common in the UK and Europe and goes by varying names, including Care Farming, Social Farming, and Social Care Farming; and the Care Farming movement is really growing all over the world. We recently attended the Read More …

As the 2021 National Horticultural Therapy Week comes to a close, for many, it’s really about gardening, growing plants, and being in nature. The many benefits of being outdoors and around plants includes greater happiness and joy, higher levels of reduced stress and anxiety, increased self-esteem and mood, connecting with the world and others, and Read More …

In addition to experiencing the joy of having the seeds one has planted and nurtured sprout to life, two other benefits of horticultural therapy include socialization and empowerment. Working at Red Wiggler Community Farm, Growers have an opportunity to build a strong community by connecting to others, to be a part of a team, and Read More …

Let’s talk about a benefit of horticultural therapy that isn’t discussed much. Here at Red Wiggler Community Farm, we believe in the dignity of earning a paycheck by doing meaningful work. Our Growers work part time and are paid minimum wage or higher. In addition to the therapeutic benefit of hard work and earning a Read More …

Did you know that horticultural therapy has many benefits? Benefits include connecting with and being in nature, having a sense of achievement, being a part of a community, building confidence and self-esteem, and having fun and enjoyment. Check out this video from September 2016 of David, one of our Growers, and his passion for flowers. Read More …

Today is the start of the 2021 National Horticultural Therapy Week! As a Social Care Farm, Red Wiggler Community Farm believes in the healing power of farming, gardening, and nature; and we have seen how it can change people’s lives. Check out this video of one of our Growers, Brandon, and his experience with the lawn Read More …

It’s International Women’s Day 2021! #MeetTheWomen of Red Wiggler Community Farm. Grateful for all the hard working women who make Red Wiggler successful — THANK YOU!!

This year, Red Wiggler Community Farm is celebrating 25 years of service to the community!! Join us throughout the year as we reminisce, commemorate, and celebrate our many successes and milestones. Cheers to 25 years (and many more!!) of providing meaningful employment and healthy food for adults with developmental disabilities and creating fertile ground to nourish Read More …

As 2020 comes to a close and as we reflect on everything this past year, here is a blog written by one of our Growers, Sam. Read about her experience and perspective as an essential worker during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you everyone for your support and for believing in our mission and work in Read More …

This year we delivered 48% of our produce to low-income households. As the pandemic hit and we saw the needs of our neighbors, we answered by providing fresh vegetables to support food security in our community. Help us continue this important work into 2021 by donating today. www.redwiggler.org/donate #thanks #thankful #ThankYou #grateful #gratitude #essential #CareFarming Read More …

#BaldEagles rock! Check out these very cool photos of a bald eagle (taken by Executive Director & Founder Woody) who recently visited Red Wiggler! This bald eagle was in the trees above the bee hives, between the Solar House and the Murray Building/program building. Adult bald eagles have brown feathers on their wings and body Read More …

Happy Solstice to all! #WinterSolstice2020 #NatureIsAwesome #essential #SocialCareFarming #CareFarming #FarmLife #Farmers #Farming #OrganicFarming #EatLocal #CertifiedOrganic #MoCoMade #Nonprofit #RedWigglerCommunityFarm

#FirstSnow of December 2020 at the farm. Photos taken by Woody, Red Wiggler Community Farm’s Executive Director & Founder.

It’s #MeetTheFarmerMonday – Meet Diane, Red Wiggler Community Farm’s Business Manager! Diane has worked at Red Wiggler since early 2013, and she ensures Red Wiggler’s finances are in order. Diane manages day to day bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and many other duties related to the “back office”. We’re also sad to announce that Diane will Read More …

  Thanks to your generosity, we raised more than double our #GivingTuesday goal! We are so grateful for your support as we navigate new ways to better serve our community. . #ThankYou #thanks #grateful #gratitude #essential #CareFarming #SocialCareFarming #CareFarm #OrganicFarming #EatLocal #MoCoMade #donors #WeLoveOurDonors #nonprofit #RedWigglerCommunityFarm