In 2025, we embarked on one of the most meaningful journeys as an organization, building our Strategic Plan through 2030 alongside InCommon Group. You can view the full Strategic Plan here.
Our Purpose
PFP strengthens food justice in the Poughkeepsie area by providing access to nutritious, affordable, locally grown food, hands-on education, and inclusive community spaces that empower people to nurture themselves, each other, and the land.
Our Vision
Our Vision is resilient community where everyone is nourished, connected, and empowered by the land.
Our Guiding Commitments
❖ Producing nutrient-dense fresh food that is accessible to all community members
❖ Honoring the land and its ecosystems through regenerative stewardship
❖ Being a welcoming, multilingual, and multicultural community space
❖ Understanding and being responsive to community needs
❖ Collaboration with local partners, schools, and community groups
❖ Transparency and responsible stewardship of resources
Our Story
Poughkeepsie Farm Project began in 1999 as a small community farm with a commitment to education and food justice. The first season, 15 CSA shareholders enjoyed produce from 3 acres of reawakened farmland leased from Vassar College.
Now we have expanded to 12 acres and over 500 households take part in our CSA. We are leaders in cutting edge practices in today's sustainable agriculture. We harvest over 180,000 pounds of produce per year and donate over 30,000 pounds of it to those in need in our community. In addition to our food cultivation, we train and educate the community on healthy growing and eating practices year round.
