From the Ground Up

The From the Ground Up Program provides individuals with limited resources and barriers to employment a safe and supportive workforce development program, access to nutritious foods, and education around healthy lifestyle practices.

Want to learn more about our From the Ground Up Program? Read below and fill out the form to get involved today!

Session Information

From the Ground Up participants will be assigned to a programming group that meets on Mondays & Tuesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm.

SESSION ONE

Enrollment: February 25th – March 18th
Programming Dates: April 1 – September 12

SESSION TWO

Enrollment: March 25th – April 29th
Programming Dates: May 13 – October 24

Program Benefits

Training

40 days of commercial kitchen and agriculture-based workforce training; including planting, harvesting, food preparation, and packaging.

Access

Participants will receive access to our farm fresh produce, cooking classes for preparing nutritious meals, resources to eat healthier on a budget.

Services

Comprehensive, wrap-around health and human services provided by program partners to support overall wellness and healthy lifestyles.

Education

Classes related to employment, wellness, and life skills to ensure participants are equipped with the skills and support to enter the workforce.

Enroll in the Program

To enroll in our From the Ground Up Program, click the enrollment button below. CHFF staff will review your enrollment form and contact you. Completion of the form does not guarantee enrollment into the program. Additional information on the program can be found in the handbook below.

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FGU Handbook