Mount of Olives Pittsburgh

02/01/2021

Every day, the Mount of Olives helps teach residents in underserved communities about the importance of nutrition and healthy eating.

We dream that someday food insecurity will no longer exist—help us reach our fundraising goals by donating today: https://bit.ly/2ZewP1J

01/29/2021

When you care for your community through urban farming, you're helping nurture the young minds that build our future.

01/26/2021

"Sometimes people want to save the world and do something huge when really there is stuff to do right on our block," says Frances Pérez-Rodríguez, a member of this BIPOC group helping bring more green spaces to NYC.

Learn more about how they're changing the game and helping NYC's neighborhoods through urban gardening: https://bit.ly/3siBxIt

📸: Teen Vogue

01/23/2021

Urban farming helps families in underserved communities learn about nutrition and fight food insecurity🌽🌶

We are incredibly thankful for the continual support of our volunteers and donors! Help us continue to reach new families and communities by donating today: https://bit.ly/2ZewP1J

01/19/2021

Did you know that urban farming supplies food for 700 million people, or one-fourth of all individuals who live in cities around the world?

Learn more about our efforts to solve food insecurity in Pittsburgh & beyond: https://bit.ly/371ckIC

01/17/2021

Monika Owczarski, a 30-year-old from Des Moines, transformed a city park into a resource for those in the community who weren't able to afford nutritious and culturally significant foods. 🌶🥦🍅

She believes that food isn't a luxury item—everyone should have ample access to the resources they need to survive. Read more about Monika's incredible efforts: https://bit.ly/3qbkc2s

01/14/2021

Have a niche for urban farming and looking for new ways to get involved? With the rapid growth of the industry, the USDA is seeking out members for their urban agriculture committee.

Read more about this major win for urban farmers and learn how this can help our community: https://bit.ly/38yljDo

01/04/2021

As we say goodbye to 2020, we need to think about what goals we'd like to pursue in 2021 to improve ourselves and our communities. What are you looking to achieve?

12/25/2020

May you have a wonderful Christmas! 🎄 ❄️ Don't forget to follow the holiday spirit by spending time with your loved ones today.

12/19/2020

If you do a quick Google search on "urban farming," you'll notice some people using it interchangeably with the term "urban gardening." However, these practices tend to differ in terms of their size & purpose. Learn more in our latest article! 🚜

Do You Live in Pittsburgh? Urban Farming is Already Growing and Set to Make a Huge Difference for its Underserved Areas

12/19/2020

As we move closer to the holiday season, we must use this time to focus on giving back to the community.

One of the ways you can do this is by donating to the Mount of Olives. With your help, we can provide resources & support for urban farms in Pittsburgh and beyond. Learn more now! https://bit.ly/371ckIC

12/15/2020

Since the start of the pandemic, residents in the small country of Montenegro have turned to urban farming for sustenance. A large portion of the fruits & vegetables grown is donated to people who have been hit hard by the pandemic. 🥗

Small-scale urban agriculture projects are blossoming in the pandemic – and could even reduce Montenegro’s high dependency on imported food, experts say.