Eat Fresh, Eat Affordable, Eat Healthy
Welcome to the RISE Farm Share! The only mixed income farm share (CSA) serving the Rockaway Peninsula.
In light of Covid-19 we are expanding this years farm share to serve more Rockaway residents than ever before. We have also set up strict protocol, to create a safe distribution, with enforced social distancing in line, scheduled pick up times and delivery to seniors and vulnerable residents. Distribution takes place every Wednesday, June 9th to November 17th, 3-6PM from the RISE lot adjacent to Beach 60th St station for pick up, both by car and in person.
What is it?
The RISE Farm Share is a 24-week membership subscription to a "share" of locally-grown vegetables. Members sign up ahead of time to receive a share of fresh produce each week. Our farmer, Sang Lee Farms, is a family owned and operated certified organic farm that delivers produce directly to our door each week for Rockaway residents.
All share options are FULL season (June 9th - November 17th) commitments.
How much does it cost?
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Large
(8-12 items/week)
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Small
(4-8 items/week)
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Solidarity Share
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$880 paid-in-full
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$670 paid-in-full
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Standard Share
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$780 paid-in-full
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$570 paid-in-full
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Subsidized Share
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N/A
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Free
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Do I qualify for the subsidized share?
RISE believes that EVERYONE should be able to access fresh, nutritious food. Affordability is important to us and cost should not be a barrier to joining RISE Farm Share. We are able to offer FREE shares to Rockaway residents who fall under any of the following criteria:
- Currently unemployed or furloughed as a result of COVID-19
- Family household incomes under $30k per year
- Eligible for SNAP benefits
- NYCHA residents
RISE is only able to provide one subsidized share per family.
What about options for fresh, locally-grown fruit?
We also offer fruit shares through Briermere Farms. For $170 you'll get 18 weeks of either 1 pint or 1 bag of berries, peaches, apples and/or pears.
How do I sign up?
As of now the RISE Farm Share is full for the season.
If you have any questions contact us at info@riserockaway.org
