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Safe Space Hearth and Home Program

Building Community Through Food Sustainability

The Safe Space Hearth and Home Program is a community-driven initiative dedicated to fostering food sustainability, strengthening community bonds, and providing access to fresh, locally grown foods. Open to everyone, the program creates and maintains community gardens that serve as spaces for learning, connection, and self-sufficiency.

 

Our Mission

Hearth and Home is designed to:

  • Empower individuals and families to grow their own food.

  • Promote sustainable gardening practices that benefit the environment.

  • Strengthen community connections by bringing people together through shared resources and knowledge.

  • Provide fresh produce to those facing food insecurity through an emergency food pantry.

 

Program Features

Community Gardens

Participants can cultivate their own plots or contribute to shared gardens where they learn hands-on techniques in organic farming, permaculture, and sustainable agriculture. Gardens are accessible to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced growers. Using a Network of small community farmers and individual land growth , unity ,and self sustainability.

 

Educational Workshops

To support long-term food security, Hearth and Home offers educational programs, including:

  • Gardening Basics & Advanced Techniques – Learn soil preparation, seed starting, companion planting, and more.

  • Cooking & Nutrition Classes – Explore ways to prepare and preserve fresh produce through hands-on cooking demonstrations.

  • Canning & Food Preservation Workshops – Gain skills in food storage, dehydration, and fermentation to extend the life of homegrown foods.

 

Emergency Food Pantry

For those in need, Hearth and Home maintains an emergency food pantry stocked with fresh produce from our gardens, along with pantry staples donated by local farms and organizations.

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Community Events

The program fosters connection through events such as:

  • Seasonal Harvest Celebrations – Gather to share meals and celebrate the changing seasons.

  • Tea and Conversation Gatherings – Create a welcoming space for dialogue and support.

  • Skill-Sharing & Volunteer Days – Connect with local farmers, gardeners, and sustainability advocates.

 

Get Involved

Hearth and Home welcomes all individuals who are passionate about food sustainability and community engagement. Whether you want to tend a garden, attend workshops, or contribute to the food pantry, there are many ways to participate.

How to Join

  • Sign up for a garden plot or workshop – Register online or visit Safe Space Cumberland in person.

  • Volunteer – Help with garden maintenance, education sessions, or food distribution.

  • Donate – Support the program through financial contributions or food donations.

For more information or to get involved, contact:
Phone: 240-609-8652
Email: safespacecumberlandinc@gmail.com

Join Safe Space Hearth and Home in creating a more sustainable, food-secure future—one garden at a time.

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