UPDATE: The highly anticipated Grateful Harvest Community Garden officially opened its doors today, October 26, 2023, at 750 N. Evans Street, Pottstown. This groundbreaking initiative, a collaboration between First Presbyterian Church and Trellis for Tomorrow, aims to enhance community engagement and provide fresh produce to local residents.
This community garden, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), will serve as a vibrant hub for food production and education, featuring 15 rentable beds designed for accessibility, equipped with drip irrigation and deer fencing. “The Grateful Harvest Community Garden is an extension of our faith in action,” stated Susan Moyer, Mission Committee Chair at First Presbyterian Church. “We’re proud to see this dream growing into reality.”
As part of the initiative, local residents will have the opportunity to rent garden plots beginning in 2026, supported by Trellis’ Food for All program. In the meantime, volunteer-led harvests will deliver fresh produce to food access programs throughout the borough, addressing immediate food insecurity.
“This partnership with First Presbyterian represents a shared vision to empower people by growing food, all together in community,” emphasized Jennifer Anderson, Executive Director of Trellis for Tomorrow. The garden is not just about food production; it’s a space for skill-building and deeper engagement with local food systems.
The grand opening celebration featured garden tours, refreshments, and local speakers, allowing community members to learn more about how to get involved, whether by renting a garden bed or volunteering for the upcoming season.
Trellis for Tomorrow, established in 2003, has been instrumental in supporting youth and communities through sustainable agriculture, environmental stewardship, and food justice initiatives. Meanwhile, First Presbyterian Church has been a cornerstone of compassionate service and civic engagement in Pottstown for 177 years.
The Grateful Harvest Community Garden symbolizes a collective effort to build resilience and foster community ties. As food security and sustainability take center stage, this project highlights the importance of collaboration and respect in addressing local needs.
For those interested in participating or learning more, visit www.trellis4tomorrow.org or www.fpcpottstown.org. Get involved today and be part of this transformative community effort!
