
We are pleased to report that, to date, Sparrow Gardens has harvested and donated the equivalent of 175 classic farm share bags of vegetables in support of M.I.N.D., The Salvation Army, & Feed Scarborough. Once again, we want to say a big thank you to our customers and generous donors who helped to make this possible.
Vegetable Type | Weight/Units |
collard | 15,945 grams |
lettuce | 12,912 grams |
lettuce heads | 800 grams |
curly kale | 6,125 grams |
sugar snap peas | 793 grams |
garlic chives | 6 bunches |
minari | 385 grams |
beets | 25 units |
kale | 5,853 grams |
garlic scape | 520 grams |
mizuna | 166 grams |
choi | 788 grams |
tatsoi | 143 grams |
cilantro | 2 bunches |
parsley | 4 bunches |
dino kale | 532 grams |
cabbage | 20 heads |
peppers | 2,401 grams |
hot peppers | 750 grams |
tomatos | 29,448 grams |
zucchini | 52 units |
cucumbers | 20 units |
beans | 2,566 grams |
carrots | 4 bunches |
dragons tongue (beans) | 3,366 grams |
How can I get involved in Sparrow Gardens' charitable work?
1) Volunteer.
Fill out our volunteer inquiry form at www.sparrowgardens.ca (scroll down to the bottom of the webpage). Our team will contact you to find best available dates and times. We welcome singles, small groups, large groups, youth groups, church groups, community groups, both young and old. Children under 8 must be accompanied by their guardians.
2) Financial Support.
If you would like to support our charitable work, please send your support for our donation-crop via e-transfer to farm.sparrowgardens@gmail.com. Donations of any amount will go a long way to help us continue to do what we do! Be sure to make a note on your e-transfer that the funds you are sending are for donation. Please note, we do not issue tax receipts for any donations made.
3) Your home grown vegetable donations.
If you are growing vegetables in your own backyard and would like join in our donation to our charity partners, please contact Farmer Tash to arrange for drop off. Our charity partner representatives come to the farm once a week to pick up food for their community kitchens and food banks.
You can reach our team at farm.sparrowgardens@gmail.com with your questions or comments.
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