St. Pete Youth Farm Ambassador Sherries
Happy Fall! Though it doesn't quite feel like it yet. We've been getting our beds cleaned up and starting seedlings to prepare for what we hope will be an abundant Fall harvest. We were so fortunate to have gotten the support to get the farm going and growing this past Spring, and we want to continue that growth the best we can.
We had our first volunteer day of the season last month in August. A handful of volunteers attended to help clear out some beds.

We continue to keep strong partnerships with NOMAD Art Bus and Keep St. Pete Lit. They have been so great about providing their resources and skills to benefit our youth in amazing ways.

We want to thank Council Member Brandi Gabbard for visiting our youth to listen to their feedback and insight into the program, and what they'd like to see implemented in the future. Seeing elected officials at work is so important and we work to provide that access.

We received a $10k grant for our Fresh 'n Local Greenhouse project from a USF alum. This will be a huge help when it comes time to secure the hydroponic system. We had the greenhouse delivered to the farm this Summer and buildout is pending.

Our Youth Ambassadors have been staying busy and we're grateful for all the help we continue to receive. If you're interested in getting involved, check out our upcoming events below!
Farm Updates!
  • Planted collard green, broccoli raab, tomato, and flower seeds!
  • Painted the lids for our vermiculture tubs
  • Donation of cranberry hibiscus plants, moringa, starfruit, and mulberry trees
  • Cleared out 10+ beds and have begun mulching and prepping
  • Seven active compost bins
  • New food scrap source established with Positive Impact Worldwide
  • Staked and marked out greenhouse posts, thanks to the Downtown Rotary Club for making that happen!
Interested in Volunteering?
We'll be having our next community workday this Saturday, September 25th! All are welcome. If you haven't had a chance to make it out to the farm this is a great opportunity to do so. Bring a water bottle, hat, and gloves if you have any (we have extras). We'll have music, art and so much more!
Can't make it this Saturday?
We have our October workday planned! We'll be celebrating National Dashiki Day on the 30th. We're hopeful for a bountiful harvest to share, so come out and celebrate and get involved. We make it a day the whole family can enjoy.

Farm Fridays!
Every 1st and 3rd Friday we have volunteer opportunities from 7:30am - 9:30am.
Enrollment for Fall Interns to apply is still open!
Mon - Fri from 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Find more info on our website.

Upcoming Events We'll Be Part Of In October!
USF Food Sovereignty Group
Thur, October 14th - Sat, October 16th (info here)
Keynote speakers Erica Hall & Robert Gotieb

Coalition of Community Gardens Tampa Bay
Friday, October 22nd (in-person or virtual: info here)
Keynote speaker FL Commisioner of Ag Nikki Fried
Youth Farm in the News
August 24th, 2021 | The Gabber
Check out this awesome article on Albert and the Youth Farm! We've been fortunate to work with Albert on multiple occasions and receive his assistance in setting up our two vermiculture tubs. Read it here!
"Come Grow With Us!"
If you'd like to volunteer, take a moment to fill out our volunteer form and join our Facebook group to stay in touch or ask questions.
Interested in donating? Find out how on our website.
Thank you!