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NORWAY – As food costs rise and food assistance programs face reductions, more families across the Oxford Hills are struggling to put healthy meals on the table. In response, Alan Day Community Garden (ADCG) in Norway has expanded its initiatives to ensure that everyone in the community has access to nourishing, affordable food.
“Our vision is a community that thrives because all people are valued and nourished through meaningful connections and healthy, affordable food,” said Erika Lindstrom, ADCG Board President. “We’re seeing the strain on families increase, and we’re committed to meeting that need head-on.”
In addition to its long-standing Little Free Pantry, which offers produce and pantry staples year-round, the Garden has expanded its offerings to include fresh and frozen soups made in their on-site community kitchen. These ready-to-heat meals are prepared by volunteers and local cooks and are freely available to anyone in need.
Beyond food access, ADCG continues to strengthen local resilience through education and engagement. Each summer, the Youth Leadership Program empowers teens to learn about food systems, leadership, and sustainability. During the school year, Guy E. Rowe Elementary students visit the garden weekly as part of their curriculum, learning firsthand where food comes from and how it grows. The Garden also offers cooking classes and provides a licensed community kitchen for local entrepreneurs and small food producers to rent.
“With so many people feeling the impact of inflation and shrinking safety nets, we’re reminded how powerful a community can be,” said ADCG Executive Director, Rocky Crockett. “Every shared meal, every garden bed, every volunteer hour helps keep our neighbors nourished and connected.”
Alan Day Community Garden is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to improve our community’s health by providing opportunities to learn, build relationships, and grow food together.
