A Hi-Tech, Hyper-Local, Hand-Up to Our Communities Health where
for every 4 heads of greens you purchase, 1 head is fed to those in need. Rediscover and Share With Your Family and Friends How Fresh Produce Should Taste. Rise Garden’s story starts with Switchpoint’s Mission to empower those in need by addressing the underlying cause of poverty; providing a comprehensive plan, supporting their journey to self-sufficiency. Learn more about Switchpoint at www.SwitchpointCRC.Org
Nutrition – A Barrier to Self-sufficiency:
Our homeless resource center clients, living in poverty, find themselves regularly dining on dollar menu items and inexpensive nutrient absent foods resulting in neurological behavioral disabilities & nutrition-related health issues which are a barrier to becoming self-sufficient. Purchasing high quality nutrient dense greens that would contribute to their health has not been an option because of cost and availability. Our Shared Community Challenge:
Our local supply of farmland and fresh water in Southern Utah is growing scarcer as our population soars. Without pursuing more efficient and sustainable farming methods we are at high risk of facing food and water shortages. Even our local community members that can afford quality produce must deal with the fact that we live in a food desert where most of our produce arrives at supermarkets 5-7 days after harvest, having traveled 100’s of miles, losing vital nutrition and freshness along the way. The demand for “locally grown” far exceeds supply as 97% of the produce we consume annually is imported from out of state. High Startup Cost Barrier Resolved:
With its innovative approach to all the barriers faced, Switchpoint presented its well-researched and documented solution to The Community Foundation of Utah & Sorenson Legacy Foundation. In early 2021 Switchpoint was awarded a grant to help purchase the materials needed to construct an Aeroponic Tower Garden Farm on our existing campus, removing startup cost as a barrier. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)
A CSA is unique in that the consumers choose to share in the farm experience. As Community Support is vital to cover ongoing operating expenses, 80% of each harvest will be offered for community purchase, making it possible for 20% to be used to feed our resource center clients. We offer several purchase options:
- Market Purchase
Individual lettuce items as available
- Market Medium Share
4 items at a 10% savings over individual curbside item purchase. The perfect introduction share for someone looking to incorporate a bit more nutrient rich produce into their diet.
- Small Share 2 Item Weekly Subscription
1 head of leafy greens + 1 pkg mixed greens + 1 herb
The perfect share for singles and couples.
- Medium Share 4 Item Weekly Subscription
2 heads of leafy greens, 2 pkgs mixed greens + 1 herb
The perfect share for a small family committed to regularly consuming nutrient rich produce.
- Large Share 8 Item Weekly Subscription
Combine heads of lettuces with mixed greens and herbs
The perfect share for a larger family committed to regularly consuming nutrient rich produce.
- Xtra Large Share 16 Item Weekly Subscription
Choose a variety of lettuces, mixed greens and herbs. The perfect share for a group of family members, friends, neighborhood, church, organization, or restaurants for their nutrient rich leafy green needs. All customers will receive unmatched quality yet competitively priced leafy greens. Details on purchase options and subscriptions and sponsorships are available on our website https://risegarden.org/subscribe-now/
Register for First Access & Updates on how you can purchase from and support this Mission Driven Community Supported Agriculture project at:
https://risegarden.org/newsletter/
