What We Do

Ursery Farms is the nonprofit arm of Marcellus Farms™, dedicated to advancing food justice, agricultural education, and rural revitalization for underrepresented communities.

Mission Initiatives

• Youth Agricultural Education
  • Hands-on farming experiences, STEM integration, and leadership programs foryouth from underserved communities.
• Food Access & Nutrition
  • Expanding access to fresh, locally grown produce in food-insecure areas through SNAP-supported farmers markets and mobile markets.
• Environmental Stewardship
  • Regenerative farming practices, conservation programs, and reforestation efforts topreserve rural ecosystems.
• Community Wellness Retreats
  • Healing spaces for veterans, educators, and frontline workers focusing on mentalhealth and restoration.

Philanthropic Partnership Opportunities

• Naming Rights for key infrastructure: chapel, conservatory, gardens.
• Endowed Scholarships for youth agriculture programs.
• Corporate Sponsorships for food forest development and wellness retreats.
• Volunteer and Service-Learning Programs for employee engagement and CSR initiatives.