Advancing health equity by building a just and resilient food system. Visit our community farm + wellness space in Southeast D.C.: @ward8well | #DCGreens
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Be part of the movement to build a just food system in D.C.
We know that D.C. residents desire better food choices. This isn't just about food—it's about social, racial, economic, and health equity.
Donate today >> dcg.news/give #DCGreens #HealthyFoodIsAHumanRight
New #OnTheBlog: DC Greens' Produce Rx Manager, Luisa Furstenberg-Beckman, reflects on her time attending National Produce Prescription Collaborative’s (NPPC) National Summit. dcgreens.org/reflections-on-…
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Got Saturday plans? We’ll be at #OxonRunDay tomorrow from 12pm–5pm with @DOEE_DC and #FriendsofOxonRun! Be sure to stop by our table and say hi!
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Thank you, @chesbayprogram, for including our community farm @ward8well in this beautiful feature on Oxon Run Park! chesapeakebay.net/news/blog/…
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Our onions were pulled from the ground a couple of weeks ago but we're not done with them yet! The tops of the onions, where they flower, are where the seeds live. We've waited for the tops of the onions to dry out so we could harvest the seeds for next season. 🔄
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👀 DC Greens is HIRING! 🥬 We’re looking for our next People and Human Resources Manager! Priority will be given to applicants who apply by August 19. dcgreens.org/careers/
#DCGreens #JobAlert #Ward8Well
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Want to compost but unsure how to start? Join DC Greens for a FREE 2-part composting series! Learn how to compost and discover the secrets of successful composting.
Registration is FREE but required, as spots are limited. Register now >> dcgreens.org/series/2024-mas…
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Join DC Greens at the Summer Peace Jam THIS SATURDAY at Marvin Gaye Park! We’re excited to participate in this event promoting peace and health in Ward 7. Don’t miss local artist performances, health workshops, and more! #SummerPeaceJam #DCMusicSummit #Ward7Community
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@dc_greens Join us for Food & Farm Fridays at THEARC West Lobby, every Friday 12-3 pm! Get fresh, locally grown produce and FREE meals for seniors from DC Central Kitchen. 🥕🍅🌽 #FoodFarmFridays #CommunitySupport
DC Greens has named Eric Angel as its next executive director. Angel, a seasoned nonprofit leader, joins the organization after a decades-long career leading justice-related causes. Angel will assume the role at the end of July.
Read the full release: bit.ly/3zvyjcJ
🥦 Hey, #ProduceRx fam! Let’s shop at @ArcadiaFood's Mobile Markets! 🥦 Produce Rx participants can shop now at all EIGHT market locations! Join our Produce Rx team as they visit several markets to demonstrate how to use your cards while you shop. #FoodIsMedicine #DCGreens
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👀 Guess who's feelin' fancy!
In May, DC Greens launched a new look— and a brand new website! We're looking pretty fresh these days. 💚 You can explore our website's great new features, like the events calendar, our blog, and more at dcgreens.org/. #DCGreens
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DC Greens' PRx Coordinator Rita Ackah (left) and PRx Manager Luisa Furstenberg-Beckman (right) wrapped up an inspiring time at #thINc360 Food as Medicine Strategy Summit May 29–31! Grateful for insights on health equity and the transformative power of #FoodIsMedicine. #DCGreens
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👀 What's this? Weekly Yoga with Jalila is back at @Ward8WELL? For *free*??! YES, PLEASE!
Spots are limited, so be sure to register. Here's a link to see all our upcoming yoga dates this summer: dcgreens.org/series/yoga-wit… #DCGreens #Ward8Well
Heads-up! @dchunger @DCFoodPolicy @MarthasTableorg @FoodCorps and @AmDiabetesAssn are hosting #UniversalSchoolMeals Community Event TOMORROW, from 5pm–7pm, at Martha’s Table at the Commons!
Don't miss it! Grab your tickets at eventbrite.com/e/universal-s…
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"When community comes together, when community visions together and dreams together, The Well happens." youtube.com/watch?v=bJ4VnHyg…
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📣 Harvest days are here! 📣
Come harvest alongside the DC Greens farm team at @ward8well EVERY Wednesday and Friday during the 2024 growing season! Our staff will guide you through harvesting your own produce grown right here in Ward 8. Learn more: dcgreens.org/events/
In December 2023, DC Greens' Children and Families Produce Rx pilot end. Our report about the program's structure and successes is now available: dcgreens.org/2024/05/15/the-…
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We're proud to share that DC Greens' own Luisa Furstenberg-Beckman is a panelist at @fractweets 2024 National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference today. If you're tuning in, be sure to attend the "Addressing Hunger & Nourishing Health" panel!
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