Donation Guide Book 2016
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Donation Guide Book 2016 3271 Main St. “We believe that College Park, GA 30337 everyone should have access to affordable fresh produce grown free of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers” Phone: 404.788.2432 Email: [email protected] Website: http://themetroatlantaurbanfarm.com/ FB: www.facebook.com/TheMetroAtlantaUrbanFarm 28 2 27 Table of Contents About the Donation Guide Book…………………….……..4 Letter from the Board Chairman……………………………5 Letter from the CEO…………………………………..……6 About Metro Atlanta Urban Farm……………………..…...7 Building Renovations………………………………….…...8 Farm Renovations…………………………………….…....9 Office Equipment………..…………………….………….10 Office Equipment/Furniture……………………………....11 Office Furniture…………………………...……………...12 Office Furniture……………...…………………………...13 Farm Tools………...……………………………………...14 Farm Tools………….…………………………………….15 Farm Tools………………………………………………..16 Farm Tools………………………………………….…….17 Farm Tools/Supplies…………………………………..….18 Farm Supplies/Equipment……………………………..….19 Farm Equipment/Items………………………………..…..20 Farm Items…………………………………………….…..21 Programs………………………………………………..…22 Programs…………………….…………………………….23 Programs…………………………………………………..24 How to Make a Donation………………………………….25 26 3 About the Donation Guide How to Make Donations Metro Atlanta Urban Farm created the Donation Guide Checks Book as a resource for our donors and potential donors to All checks can be made payable to Metro Atlanta Urban know what areas of the organization they can strengthen, as Farm. Checks can be mailed to: well as how their donated funds and products will be used. Metro Atlanta Urban Farm Our staff worked together to compile lists of all our needs, the types of products, brands, and estimate prices. All items 3271 Main Street listed were selected from the staff’s idea of what will best College Park, GA 30337 suit our organization and programs. Metro Atlanta Urban Credit/Debit Cards Farm is a tax exempt organization and all donations are tax Donations via credit/debit card can be made via our PayPal deductible. Donors have the option to either donate products, account: The Metro Atlanta Urban Farm funds, or purchase requested items on our behalf. The book is organized into the following categories to better assist do- Item Donations/Deliveries nors: Items can be dropped of and or deliveries can be arranged to Building Renovations our address listed above. Our hours of operation are Monday -Friday 9-5pm. We request that staff are notified 24 hours Farm Renovations prior to drop offs and deliveries. Office Equipment Office Furniture Thank You for your Generous Donation! Farm Tools Farm Supplies Farm Items Program Needs 4 25 Programs Mose James III, Chairman NRCS Workshops Dear Current, Potential, and Future Donors, Metro Atlanta Urban Farm conducts as well as partners with As Chairman of Metro Atlanta Urban Farm’s Board it is with the Federation of Southern Cooperatives to host/lead great pleasure that I write this letter to you. Metro Atlanta workshops that provide assistance to socially disadvantaged Urban Farm is an organization that is continually on the rise. farmers and ranchers in applying for and understanding The need for organizations like Metro Atlanta Urban Farm in USDA programs and benefits. our community is impetrative. It is important that we con- Needs: Wireless Rechargeable Speaker System, Laptops, tinue to strive to meet our mission to reduce barriers to Notebooks, Pens, Portable Projector/Screen, Unrestricted healthy living in urban communities by encouraging, pro- Funding For: Printing Cost moting and supporting health education and fostering sus- tainable high-quality, low-cost agricultural production Community Service through gardening and agriculture literacy. Metro Atlanta Urban Farm offers year round community Because of the generosity of donors and funders, our com- service and volunteer opportunities for individuals, schools, munity continues to have access to affordable fresh produce and organizations. We also are partnered with the City of grown free of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Your dona- College Park to receive court appointed volunteers. tions whether big or small make a tremendous difference in Needs: Gloves, Sunscreen, Insect Repellent, Straw Hats the lives of the underserved low-income individuals and families we serve. Garden and Farm Installation With your help, Metro Atlanta Urban Farm will be able to Farm staff installs gardens and prepares land for farming at expand our programs as well as increase our capacity to churches, schools, organizations, and homes. serve more people. On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff I would like to thank you in advance for your donation. Special Event Property Rental We provide rental of the Farm inside and out to organizations , groups, and families for special events such as corporate events, family reunions, and parties. Mose James III Chairman of the Board 24 5 Bobby Wilson, CEO Programs Dear Donors, Hands-On-Gardening Classes Classes offered to individuals and groups. Classes teach Metro Atlanta Urban Farm (MAUF) is making a difference participants how to grow their own fresh vegetables on small in the Metro Atlanta area. We feel very strongly that we are tracks of land. changing our community in a positive way through urban agriculture. Over the past five years MAUF has offered: food Needs: Gloves, Sunscreen, Straw Hats, Insect Repellent, delivery, value added classes, healthy cooking classes, Organic Seeds, Hand Trowels farmers markets, hands-on-gardening classes, field trips/ Farmers Markets tours, community service opportunities, educational During the growing season, Metro Atlanta Urban Farm workshops, garden and farm installation, and much more. participates in weekly farmers markets with the Georgia Our local community and surrounding areas are identified as WIC Nutritional Program, local cities, and host our own low-income and are classified as food deserts. MAUF farmers market at the farm. believes that an agricultural framework is an excellent and Needs: Tents, Tables, Table Cloths, Tarp, Harvest Baskets, cost-efficient tool to build dynamic communities. By Coolers, Folding Platform Dollies, Shopping Bags, and working on an urban farm, residents can learn basic life Produce Bags. skills, experience job creation, develop entrepreneurial skills, and lead healthier lives. In short, we believe agriculture is Leadership Training the instrument for creating economic growth and health Free monthly leadership training program for community empowerment zones. gardeners throughout the Metro Atlanta area. The Leadership Training consists of gardening lessons, gardening education, Metro Atlanta Urban Farm believes that partnerships, community activism, and outreach to the homeless networking, and collaborating with other organizations help community. maximize our ability to produce fresh vegetables to low- Needs: Organic Seeds, Unrestricted Funding For: income and disadvantaged communities. We are the catalyst Compensation of Guest/Speakers, Printing, and that connects locally grown food and educational information to our community. MAUF needs your donations Refreshments. in order to continue our efforts in providing crucial resources Food Delivery and support to Metro Atlanta. Thank you for supporting this Metro Atlanta Urban Farm donates fresh produce and fruits cause. to local homeless shelters. We also partner with organizations and restaurants for frequent produce delivery. Needs: Organic Seeds, Shopping Bags, and Unrestricted Funding For: Fresh Produce from Local Gardens Bobby L. Wilson, CEO Metro Atlanta Urban Farm 6 23 Programs Metro Atlanta Urban Farm Value Added Products/Classes About Us We have USDA Certified Food Processors on staff. Fresh In 2009, Metro Atlanta Urban Farm (MAUF) was created to produce from the farm is transitioned into a value added address the growing need of affordable food in low-income product for purchase. We also offer food processing classes communities. We wanted to create an agricultural model that for farmers and gardeners to learn how to preserve their works to decrease the number of food insecure families by produce. educating them on planting, cultivating and cooking fresh Needs: Jars, Lids, Cooking Utensils, Seasonings/Spices produce. Mission Field Trips Our mission is to reduce barriers to healthy living in urban The Farm offers field trips/tours to schools, groups, and communities by encouraging, promoting and supporting organizations. Field trips are custom designed to meet the health education and fostering sustainable high-quality, low needs of all groups. Field Trips include an agricultural cost agricultural production through gardening and agricul- lesson, activity, and a tour of the farm. ture literacy. Needs: Markers, Paint/Brushes, Crayons, Construction Current Operating Programs Paper, Agricultural/Healthy Eating Handouts, Organic Seeds, Food Delivery Sunscreen, Insect Repellent, Hand Sanitizer, Mini Flower Garden & Farm Installation Pots, Sponsorship for Groups/Schools Value Added Production/Classes Healthy Food Preparation Classes Leadership Training Meetings Educate participants on various health issues such as obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure; how to prepare locally Farmers Markets grown fresh produce; and where to purchase and gain access Field Trips/Tours to locally grown fresh produce. Hands-On-Gardening Classes Needs: Aprons, Cutting Boards, Cooking Utensils, Seasonings/Spices, Notebooks, Pens, Hot Plates, Community Garden Plots Demonstration Tables, Pressure