With roots firmly embedded in the pro-health, pro-environment, and pro-economy principles of a local food system, the Groundwork Food and Farming team creates markets for local farmers, and helps connect locally grown food to school children, food pantry clients and families across the state.
While much of our work begins locally in northwest lower Michigan, one of our guiding missions is to inspire a statewide culture of healthy, locally raised food.
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Testimony: Reflecting on National Disability Independence Day
Today, July 26, 2024, is National Disability Independence Day, the day when our country commemorates the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans With Disabilities Act and honors the individuals whom the act aims to protect and support for better lives. As...
EQUITY SERIES: On Pride Day, Anna Dituri of Up North Pride Reflects
Today, on International Pride Day, Anna Dituri, Board President of Up North Pride, shares thoughts on safe spaces and mutual respect. As told to Jeff Smith. When I think about this day, International LGBT Pride Day, the thing that first comes to mind is the need for a...
Honoring Juneteenth National Independence Day With Chris Stone
Enshrined as a federal holiday in 2020, Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. On that day in Galveston, Texas, Major General Gordon Granger announced the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in the state, 71 days...