Our network of Greenmarket farmers markets and Farmstands, coupled with GrowNYC Wholesale, ensures that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.
All GrowNYC Zero Waste programming is paused until further notice! Clothing collections by Wearable Collections are still available at select GrowNYC Greenmarket sites. Please refer to our Zero Waste Community Resources for alternatives. Follow @grownyc for future updates.
We build and rejuvenate community gardens and urban farms in all 5 boroughs, and support even more gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, green infrastructure projects, and more.
We foster future environmental stewards by providing 66,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.
Summer EBT is a new program that provides low-income families with food benefits to help buy groceries during the summer when school children might not have access to school meals. Spend Summer EBT at GrowNYC Greenmarkets and Farmstands and receive additional Health Bucks to spend on fruits and vegetables.
As the expiration date of the Farm Bill looms on September 30th, it's crucial to understand the importance of this legislation, particularly its role in authorizing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). For 1.8 million New Yorkers, SNAP is not just a program—it’s a lifeline that ensures families have access to healthy food and nutritious meals.
SNAP in New York City: The Numbers
