The Imagine Center Farm

05/20/2026

Earlier this week at our Spring Planting Event, we had the special honor of sharing two meaningful announcements celebrating the people who help make the farm what it is.

The greenhouse has officially been named the Kristy Davenport Greenhouse in recognition of Kristy’s incredible work in building it from the ground up and her continued dedication and contributions to the farm over the years.

We also celebrated the naming of the office after Stacey Vanvleet, honoring all she has done to keep things running seamlessly—ensuring compliance, managing documentation, and keeping everything organized and on track. She truly runs the office like a well-oiled machine.

Both Kristy and Stacey are hardworking, deeply dedicated, kind, and highly professional leaders whose impact is felt every single day. These name dedications are a small reflection of the lasting legacy they’ve built here.

More than anything, this serves as a reminder that every successful business, nonprofit, organization, or community is ultimately about the people behind it. The relationships, dedication, and heart people bring each day are what truly make a place special.

Congratulations to you both—you’ve more than earned it.

05/18/2026

Let’s shout out Michael today! 🎉

As our Director, he’s incredibly dedicated to the farm and the people with IDD we support. He shows up every day with heart, hard work, and a steady presence — and somehow still manages to bring levity and positivity when things get tough.

We see how hard you’re working, Michael, and we’re really grateful for you. Hope today feels like a good one. Happy Birthday! 🌿💛

05/17/2026

What an incredible day at the farm! 🌱☀️

Today’s Spring Planting Event was full of community, connection, and celebration. We were so excited to welcome so many people out to plant flowers and crops, enjoy delicious food, spend time together, and support our mission.

A huge THANK YOU to Smokehouse 52 BBQ for the amazing BBQ, and to George’s Saline Inn for the wings, sweet treats and refreshments. Your generosity helped make this event so special, and we are incredibly grateful for your donations and support. More thank-yous to come as we continue celebrating everyone who made today possible!

Our silent auction was also a huge success — congratulations to all of our lucky winners! Some of the amazing items included:
• Coffee and caramels from Costa Rica ☕
• Gift cards to Mac’s Seafood Market & Restaurant
• A movie night basket featuring gift cards to Domino’s Pizza and Cinemark Ann Arbor 20 and IMAX 🎬
• An autographed photo from Jahmai Jones ⚾
• A drum and four free music lessons from Oz’s Music 🥁

Most of all, today was about celebrating how far we’ve come and everything still growing ahead of us. There was something especially meaningful about gathering together to enjoy the beauty and purpose of the farm we’ve worked so hard to build while planting the seeds for the next season of growth — both in our fields and in our community. 🌱💚

Thank you to everyone who came, planted, donated, bid, volunteered, and supported us. Days like today remind us just how much can grow when a community comes together.

05/16/2026

We’ve been having so much fun watching our page grow lately 🌱 — but today we want to take a quick break from the “road to 1,000 followers” to talk about something even more important…

Our Spring Planting Event is TOMORROW! 🌷☀️

Come one, come all! Whether you’ve visited the farm before or have been quietly following along online, we’d love to have you join us. There’s something special about gathering together, getting our hands in the dirt, and helping create a space filled with purpose, inclusion, joy, and community.

Bring your family, bring a friend, and come spend some time with us as we plant, connect, laugh, and celebrate the season together. 💚

We can’t wait to see you at the farm tomorrow!

05/15/2026

883 already?! 🌿💛

A few days ago we were hoping to reach 800 by the end of the week… and now we’re racing toward 1,000!

That’s 883 more people who now know about our farm, its story, and the incredible individuals we are honored to serve here. And maybe most importantly, 883 more people are seeing the joy we cultivate here. 883 people to read about how folks like Kyle, Jessica, Amy, Tony, and many others are finding their purpose and their belonging as farmers, woodworkers, gardeners, cooks, friends, and community members.

Every follow, share, and comment helps more people learn about the importance of inclusion, dignity, and meaningful vocational opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This community is growing so quickly, and we are incredibly grateful you’re here helping this mission grow 🤍

1K is officially in sight 👀

When we get there… how should we celebrate?!

👍 this post to vote for a dance party on FB live
❤️ this post to vote for a participant made giveaway

05/14/2026

Wait… yesterday we were at 792 followers and today we hit 813!! 🌿💛

This community is amazing.

Every follow and share helps us create more meaningful work opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities — and helps more people discover what inclusion can look like.

Now let’s see if we can make it to 850 by the end of the week ✨

Share our page, invite a friend, and help us keep growing this mission 🤍

05/14/2026

Wow - we have 792 followers on our page 🌿 can you help us get to 800 by the end of the week?!

At our farm, we focus on creating meaningful work experiences for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Often this type of work doesn’t “go viral”. But it’s important and it matters deeply. The wider we can spread the word about what we are doing, the more individuals we can support.

If you’d like to help us grow this mission, sharing our page with someone who cares about inclusion would mean so much 💛

05/13/2026

May is recognized as Leave a Legacy Month, a time dedicated to encouraging people to think about the impact they want to leave behind and the causes they want to continue supporting for generations to come. This year’s theme, Legacy in Motion, reflects how acts of kindness, service, and generosity continue to create ripple effects long into the future.

At Imagine Center Farm, we see that impact every day. The opportunities created here — vocational experiences, social connection, and meaningful daily engagement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities — are only possible because people choose to invest in something that matters.

Including Imagine Center Farm in your estate planning is one way to help ensure this work continues for years to come. A planned gift can help future participants experience the same sense of belonging, growth, and purpose that makes this community so special.

To learn more about supporting Imagine Center Farm, contact Michael Behen at [email protected]
or 313-617-6436.

We know estate planning and bequests can feel confusing or difficult to navigate. If helpful, sample bequest language could read:
“I give and bequeath to Imagine Center Farm, a nonprofit organization located in Brooklyn, Michigan, Tax ID #86-2503607, the sum of $______ (or _____% of my estate) for its general purposes.”

05/12/2026

Last call for items and baskets for silent auction!

🌱 UPDATE: Spring Planting Event – May 17 🌱

If you’re planning to join us for our Spring Planting event, please register so we can plan accordingly!

Whether you’re:
🌿 Volunteering to help with planting (free), or
🧺 Joining us for the picnic ($50)

You can register using the QR code on the flyer or at the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-planting-and-picnic-tickets-1984064455195

Registering helps us make sure we have enough space, supplies, and food for everyone.

We’re looking forward to a beautiful day together! 💚

05/12/2026

Proof that fresh air, dirty hands, and a little hard work are good for the soul 🌱💪

There’s something special about watching confidence, connection, and purpose grow right alongside the crops. 💚