WELCOME TO NOURISH MY SOUL!
Our Mission: Nourish My Soul is planting seeds for a just food system with our youth in order to grow a resilient and sustainable community.
Nourish My Soul is a model for youth leadership & equitable food systems
Nourish My Soul is a 501(c)3 nonprofit founded on the belief that food unites us all. It connects us to the Earth that provides, cultures that are rich with stories, and human connection through a shared meal. When we grow and prepare food, it is an act of love for ourselves and the Earth. When we share that food, it is an extension of that love that does so much more than provide nutrients for a body – it is nourishment for the soul of both the giver and receiver. Through educational and leadership opportunities, our young people are creating the change they desire in the world.
You can follow us on Social Media and sign up for our weekly Newsletter to stay in the know and get inspired
Donate
We couldn’t do this work without the support from our community. Whether giving your time, talent, and/or financial resources, we deeply value it all! Living in community means taking care of one another, ensuring everyone is nourished mind, body, and soul.
If you need to contact us or have a question PLEASE REACH OUT!! email AnaAlicia at – [email protected]
.
The Farm
The Nourish My Soul Farm is located at
10 Granbrook Rd, East Granby CT
To access our farm please park in the Granbrook Park Parking Lot.
When you face the river, there will be a field to your left. Cross the field and you will find our magical path that leads you to our farm!
All the of our outdoor programing is on the farm!
We also welcome all those who are kind and gentle to come and have free access to what we grow! We are rethinking how we share our food and build community. Come be a part of the connection! We do not have specific hours, you can come and enjoy on your own time. We do ask you to be respectful of our hard work, be mindful if we are teaching, running a program or working with the land.
Some guidelines to know:
PETS MUST BE LEASHED AT ALL TIMES.
Be respectful and clean up after your pet.
There is no smoking, vaping, use of alcohol, or drugs permitted on the farm at any time.
Please carry all trash out with you
Do not touch equipment or change anything on the farm without permission! We have unconventional practices and techniques, what may be viewed as “needing help” might just have an educated intention behind it!
We do invite you to come and learn with us or sign up to be a volunteer!
Online Classes
We offer classes online, many of them are FREE.
A variety of classes are offered from growing a garden, harvesting seeds, preserving food, new recipes, kids cooking classes, healthy lifestyle, group forums for connection, and so much more!
Our Values
| Inclusivity – Our top priority is always the mental and physical safety of our community. | |||||||||
| Anti – Racism – We actively engage in anti-racism work to decolonize our minds and structures. | |||||||||
Youth Leadership – We believe that young people are the key to changing the world. We will follow their lead to create the world we desire | |||||||||
| Integrity – Our community can count on us for our honesty and our efforts to always uphold our mission, vision, and values for the betterment of ourselves, our community, and the land in which we steward | |||||||||
| Abundance – NMS upholds the truth that there is enough for us all when we share the abundance provided to us. | |||||||||
| Authenticity – We give permission for every human to show up exactly as they are and feel welcomed and accepted in our space | |||||||||
| Community – Nourish My Soul exists solely for our community! | |||||||||
| Creativity – In order to operate in a new way, we must think outside the box and forge a new path with what we create first in our minds. |
WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING ABOUT NOURISH MY SOUL?
“Being a part of the NMS community means knowing that I can show up as my full self, be as helpful as I’m able to be, and receive care from those around me who are doing the same. It’s an invitation to breathe, to be alive, and to be part of the magic. And the farm goes with me wherever I am, no matter how long it’s been since I was last there. “ – Elliot
“My kids and I are so thankful for the Nourish My Soul community! Not only is everyone so kind and welcoming, but they are truly on a mission to change the world for the better. It is a wonderful group to be a part of.” – Kaitlyn
“Being a part of the Nourish My Soul community has been wonderful for my family. This group is filled with kind, empathetic, and genuine people who encourage and support each other. It truly has been a great experience for my boys. They have made so many friends and look forward to farm camp and bagel bonding every single week.” – PJ
Let’s work together
Use the link below to sign up as a volunteer