RFCT Launches Food Systems Engagement Crowdfunding Campaign with Donation Matching by Sustainable CT

Real Food CT (RFCT) is excited to announce the launch of our Food Systems Engagement Crowdfunding Campaign, now live and accepting donations. The campaign aims to build a more resilient, sustainable, and equitable food system for communities across Connecticut.  Each contribution directly contributes to RFCT’s Young Farmer intern stipends and program needs for the 2024 …

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Get Ready to Feast for a Cause: Real Food CT’s 4th Annual Seed to Plate Celebration!

Mark your calendars, food lovers and community champions! Real Food CT’s 4th Annual Seed to Plate fundraising event is back and better than ever, promising a night of delectable dishes, lively music, and a shared passion for nourishing our community. Join us on Friday, August 9th, from 6-9 pm at NewSylum Brewing Company (43 Keating …

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Cultivating the Next Generation of Farmers: Real Food CT’s Young Farmer Internship Program

At Real Food CT, we believe in the power of farmers and the impact of fresh, local, healthy produce to transform communities. Our commitment to providing food for neighbors in need is strengthened by our Young Farmer Internship program, which is gearing up for an exciting new season. Now in its fifth year, this program …

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Real Food CT Celebrates Increased Capacity to Fight Food Insecurity with Senator Hwang and CT Dept. of Agriculture Grant!

Fresh Food, Strong Communities: Real Food CT Gears Up with New Grant We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Real Food CT, in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, recently received a $20,000 Food Supply Chain Grant. This crucial funding, alongside the dedication of Senator Tony Hwang, will significantly strengthen our capacity to combat …

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Real Food CT Welcomes Emily Sullivan, New Director of Operations!

We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Emily Sullivan to the Real Food CT team as our new Director of Operations! Emily’s passion for building equitable and sustainable food systems perfectly aligns with our mission, and we’re excited to have her expertise on board. Emily was born and raised in Salisbury, Connecticut, where her farming, food access, …

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Real Food CT Kicks Off 2024 Growing and Giving Season

Greetings! We hope everyone is off to a great start in 2024. It’s incredible to even write this, but we are kicking off our sixth season connecting regional hunger relief organizations with locally grown, fresh produce. With an estimated 1 out of 10 CT residents struggling with hunger (CT Foodshare), there are far too many …

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JOB OPENING: Operations Director, Real Food CT

Real Food CT is seeking an experienced, organized and passionate local food system administrator to manage the coordination and execution of their primary programs.  RFCT is a farm and food system organization that operates two small farms in Newtown, CT, runs a Young Farmer Internship Program and coordinates a farm surplus pickup and delivery program.  …

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An interview with Real Food CT’s Intern/Garden Manager, Rebecca!

Tell me a bit about yourself!I am 20 years old and am a rising junior at the University of Vermont where I study Environmental science with a focus in sustainable agriculture. I live in Newtown, about 15 minutes from both garden locations, Sticks and Stones, and the Catherine Violet HubbardAnimal Sanctuary. How did you get …

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