Our Mission
GardenShare promotes a local food system that ensures food security for all St. Lawrence County residents. We do this by:
- Connecting consumers and producers
- Supporting equitable distribution of food resources
- Removing barriers to access
- Including stakeholders in decision making
- Providing food justice education and advocacy
- Engaging with community partners
Our Vision
Healthy Food
The county has a vibrant, local food system where our food choices are healthy for us, for our communities, and for the environment.
Our Staff & Board
Healthy Farms
Farmers are able to make a living that supports their families and contribute to a robust local economy.
Everybody Eats
Everyone in the County has access to enough nutritious and affordable food to sustain a healthy lifestyle.
Meet the Staff: The day-to-day work of GardenShare is handled by a small, dedicated staff working closely with the Board of Directors and volunteer committees.
Meet the Board: Drawn from the local community and serving renewable three-year terms, Board members share GardenShare’s commitment to food, hunger, and farming issues.