About Us
Working Side By Side Creates A Community Of Hope And Purpose
The CEJS Organic Farms Project started in 2014 in Charlotte, NC, with two 6’X12’ raised beds in uptown Charlotte. It was a small, intergenerational community of people from diverse races and backgrounds, working side by side in growing, harvesting, marketing and distributing food to the hungry.
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We have grown enthusiastically since 2014 and now farm in many locations in the greater Charlotte area. With the help of dedicated volunteers and local farmers, we have donated a substantial amount of produce to local food programs, operated three youth led farmers’ markets and worked to increase healthy food access and security to underserved neighborhoods throughout Charlotte.
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In the process of growing food together, we have created a community which bridges the city and farmland, is respectful and productive, and models hope and purpose. We teach how one can love the land and its bounty and how to care for and respect the rich matrix of life to which we all belong. In doing this, we as individuals and as a society grow and develop in healthy and sustainable ways.
CEJS Organic Farms Project
Building a Stronger and Greener Community
The CEJS Organic Farms Project inspirational model addresses critical national issues: inclusive economic empowerment, the decline in local agriculture, a growing concern for the well-being and productivity of youth, and the need to create sustainable and healthy inner city neighborhood and metropolitan areas. CEJS Organic Farms addresses these issues with an integrative model that allows young people to develop good communication skills, teamwork and leadership skills, find meaningful employment and make a connection with the land and the natural environment which will stay with them for a lifetime.
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Ahead of us are exciting challenges and opportunities. We are committed to expanding our local food production, distribution network and collaborators while creating materials and workshops for those who wish to contribute to improving healthy food access and security in their communities. For more information about volunteer opportunities, workshops, tours or to make a donation, contact us at cejsuol@gmail.com or call 704-309-3487.
