Partnering to expand food access in Rhode Island
Introduced in the 2024 legislative session by Senator Jack Reed, the EAT (Expanding Access To) Local Foods Act builds on a successful model that benefits RI food producers and consumers…
Acknowledging a history of discrimination at the USDA
In a historic move to address decades of systemic discrimination, the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently distributed $2 billion to nearly 43,000 Black farmers across the country – just two…
SCLT connects more people to more food in 2024
SCLT’s Produce Aggregation and VeggieRx programs are making significant strides in the fight against Rhode Island’s growing food insecurity crisis. Over the seven-month 2024 growing season, these initiatives will deliver…
SCLT’s Youth Program deepens its roots
In South Providence and Pawtucket’s Woodlawn neighborhood, SCLT is nurturing more than healthy soil and robust crops. We’re cultivating the next generation of urban farmers, environmental stewards, and community leaders…
SCLT Announces Exciting 2024 Workshop Series
Southside Community Land Trust is gearing up for an enriching summer and fall with the announcement of our 2024 workshop series. The series, featuring seven diverse workshops, kicks off Saturday,…
