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We cultivate food justice in Northeast Ohio and beyond by building enduring local food systems from the ground up. Thank you for your support!

Food Strong's mission is to use fresh foods as a tool to educate, empower, and cultivate health throughout Northeast Ohio. We have a School Garden program, our Care-A-Van community outreach events, Youth Entrepreneurship, and our newly-launching Care Strong Project, a partnership with UH Family Medicine, Salvation Army and the Case Western Reserve PA Program. The Care Strong Project is a wellness program offering screenings and guidance into treating food as medicine for Greater Cleveland's most under-resourced communities. Here are our important links: https://linktr.ee/foodstrongcle

10/16/2026

Have you heard about the Fall Festival? Our friends over at Imitating Eden and Coit Road Farmers' Market are holding the Fall Festival on October 25th, and they’re looking for more volunteers! They’re looking for decorators, craft monitors, musicians and/or DJs, yoga/dance instructors, and anyone looking to lend a hand and make this festival even more special!

If you’d like to volunteer, reach out to [email protected].

If you’d like to attend the event, it’s October 25th from 2:00pm - 6:00pm at Coit Road Farmers Market (15000 Woodworth Ave, East Cleveland).

There will be garden tours, crafts, vendors, and refreshments! Come enjoy this wonderful community event while we still have decent weather!

10/15/2026

A huge thank you to our friends and partners over at the Greater Cleveland Partnership for coming to Superior Farm last week and spending GCP Volunteer Day 2026 with us! Their hard work and support has been a huge help in getting some much needed work done before winter.

Thank you so much for your continued support!

10/14/2026

Every dollar helps make an impact on someone’s life.

Your monthly donation helps Food Strong bring hands-on food education to schools and communities, giving students and community members opportunities to learn about healthy eating, build culinary skills, and connect with the food they eat.

Whether it's $10 or $100 a month, your support helps provide the supplies, food, educators, and chefs that make these experiences possible.

Swipe through to see what your monthly contribution can help fund, and join us in growing a healthier, more equitable food system.

Ready to make an impact? Become a monthly donor and help us grow a stronger food system for everyone.

Donate now: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/c09e21f0-0ea4-49f9-b33a-56f85b247d84

10/13/2026

Most Americans aren't eating enough fruits and vegetables.

According to the CDC, only 1 in 10 U.S. adults met federal recommendations for vegetable intake, while just 12.3% met recommendations for fruit intake.

Fruits and vegetables are packed with essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants that help our bodies function at their best. Eating a variety of produce can support heart health, improve digestion, strengthen the immune system, and lower the risk of chronic diseases.

The good news? Small changes can make a big difference. Add berries to your breakfast, snack on an apple, include leafy greens with lunch, or roast some seasonal vegetables with dinner. Fresh, frozen, and canned produce can all be part of a healthy diet.

Eating well doesn't have to be complicated. Start by adding more color to your plate, one meal at a time.

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/71/wr/mm7101a1.htm

10/12/2026

Fall is full of delicious ways to show your heart some love! From fiber-rich apples and sweet potatoes to antioxidant-packed cranberries and pomegranates, seasonal fruits and vegetables offer nutrients that support heart health.

Eating a variety of colorful, seasonal produce is a simple way to add more fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to your plate. Don’t skimp on the fruits and vegetables. Your heart will thank you!

10/09/2026

Tomorrow is our Saturday volunteer event for October! If you’ve never volunteered at the Superior Farm before, you may be asking yourself what you’re getting into. We’re here to answer some of the questions you may have.

Looking to volunteer tomorrow? RSVP! https://www.givepulse.com/event/819744

Volunteer projects are hands-on and often physical. While some shifts may include planting, harvesting, weeding, mulching, or composting, many projects focus on general farm and property work.

Tasks may include:
• Moving mulch, soil, brush, weeds, supplies, furniture, or equipment
• Shoveling, cleanup, and general site maintenance
• Clearing and organizing indoor or outdoor spaces
• Basic construction, repair, or improvement projects
• Garden bed maintenance and seasonal farm work
• Seed, tool, or supply sorting for lighter-duty tasks

Volunteer Expectations:
• Expect to be active, get dirty, and help wherever needed
• Projects vary based on the farm’s current needs, weather, and season
• All tasks are guided by staff or trained volunteers
• Food Strong provides tools, gloves, PPE, restroom access, snacks, and water
• Please wear closed-toe shoes or boots
• Wear comfortable clothing you do not mind getting dirty or getting paint on
• No experience is required

Thank you for volunteering with Food Strong!

10/08/2026

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10/07/2026

Our friends over at the Doan Brook Watershed Partnership are giving away 100 native trees to Cleveland residents!

Stop by our Superior Farm between 4:00pm and 7:00pm this Thursday to grab your 2 trees!

6527 Superior Ave. Cleveland, OH 44103
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Thursday, October 8th

Cleveland residents are eligible for two free trees and must plant the trees on Cleveland private property. Additionally, all recipients are required to attend “Tree School 101,” a 15-minute presentation on caring for and maintaining trees. Several species are available, including Red Maple, Eastern Redbud, American plum, and Pawpaw. Requests for specific species of trees for your yard are unavailable due to unknown species availability. Most trees will be between three and six feet in height in three to five-gallon buckets.

Interested individuals must fill out a form before receiving their trees.

Register for the event: https://dbwp.org/event/free-trees-for-cle/

10/06/2026

Join our friends over at The City Club of Cleveland for their event: The Sioux Chef: Reclaiming Indigenous Food Systems and Promoting Food Sovereignty!

They’ll be joined by The Sioux Chef, three-time James Beard Award–winning Oglala Lakota chef Sean Sherman and Author and Human Rights Activist, Michael Shaikh.

Together, they’ll be discussing the prevalence of Native American restaurants, reclaiming culture, connecting with land, promoting health equity, and supporting tribal sovereignty.

Tickets are available now! Save 20% (on non-member tickets & table purchases) by using code: FOODSTRONG1009

Online ticket sales end tomorrow at 11:30 am, so get your tickets now!

Purchase tickets: https://www.cityclub.org/forums/2026/10/09/the-sioux-chef-reclaiming-indigenous-food-systems-and-promoting-food-sovereignty

10/05/2026

Last week, our team joined University Hospitals for a cooking demo to show how to make Fire C***r. We wanted to share the recipe with you since so many of you asked us for it. Just in time for the colder weather, this home remedy can help boost digestion and improve your immune system.

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1901 Train Avenue
Cleveland, OH
44113

Website

http://www.foodstrong.org/, https://linktr.ee/foodstrongcle

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