Our Programs
Common Good City Farm's programs provide hands-on training in food production, healthy eating and environmental sustainability. Our presence in a multi-cultural, multi-racial, multi-generational community creates an opportunity for people from all walks of life to spend time learning about healthy food and participating in the growing process.
The diversity of Common Good City Farm's programs promote a sustainable, local food system that bridges race, class, and age to ensure food security for all people in our nation's capital.
Come EAT...
We grow about 6,000 pounds of food each year to share with our community.
CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Program
Through our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) Program, we distribute weekly bags of produce to participating members throughout the growing season. Typically, members must sign up before the season begins. We offer CSA shares on a sliding scale.
We host a variety of monthly events where we offer fun activities, information about wellness resources, and thoughtfully prepared food at no cost to the general public. These events are usually centered around building community and enjoying fresh food together.
PAY WHAT YOU Can Farm Market
Shop Common Good and our partners seasonal offerings on the farm. Wednesdays from May- October. (3:30pm-6:30pm). Market prices are pay what you can and we also accept SNAP, WIC, Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks, and Produce Plus.
Small Enterprise Program
We sell a select portion of our produce to local restaurants and food producers through our
Small Enterprise Program to help sustain Common Good City Farm's programs.
Come LEARN...
More than a farm, we are an outdoor learning center providing education to all ages.
Youth Education
Youth Education programs at Common Good City Farm include the LEAF farm to table program for neighborhood youth, field trips for DC area schools and a summer program for teens.
Home Apothecary Program
This 9-month herbal medicine program is a hands-on introduction to herbalism. Meeting twice per month, participants will tend a garden together, explore the basic concepts of herbalism, and make lots of herbal preparations to bring home and to share with the Common Good community.
Seed to Table Workshops
Throughout the year, we offer Seed to Table Workshops about various aspects of gardening, nutrition, and cooking. Most workshops are held on the farm. All workshops are open to the public.
Come FARM...
Our half-acre urban farm demonstrates sustainable urban farming techniques. Not just veggies, our site includes a fruit orchard, beehives, and compost system.
City Farmers Volunteer Program
The City Farmers volunteer program is for individuals interested in a making a regular commitment to the farm. City Farmers are involved with all aspects of running an urban farm, from hands-on farm work, running our farm market, events and more.
Visit our What We Grow page to learn more about Common Good City Farm's vegetable production.
ONE-Time Volunteer Opportunities
We offer open volunteer days and group volunteer opportunities each season for those who want to get their hands dirty on the farm.