About Harvest Home Farmers’ Market

Harvest Home Farmers’ Market is an NYC non-profit organization dedicated to increasing access  to local, farm-fresh produce to low-income neighborhoods.  Founded in 1993, the markets create a community gathering place that educates the public about health and nutrition, supports regional agriculture and provides job opportunities six days a week during the summer season. Harvest Home Farmers’ Markets currently operates markets in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens and accepts Food Stamp/EBT cards, Women Infant and Children Farmer’s Market Nutrition Coupons (FMNP), Senior Coupons and Health Bucks.

About the Founder

Raised in Camaguey, Cuba and the South Bronx, Maritza Wellington Owens began her career as a Community Organizer with the Community Service Society of New York.  Recognizing that access to good quality fruits and vegetables is one of the key factors for sustaining good health she established her first Farmers’ Market in 1993 through the Healthy Start Program. Over the years she continued to develop markets in communities like East Harlem that accounts for the highest proportion of obese adults among all NYC neighborhoods. Maritza lives in NYC with her daughters Kemari and Krizta.

Speaking Engagement

It is an honour to share our background mission and vision and explain why farmer’s markets are so important in the communities we serve. All requests will be considered based on our schedule and availability.  We respectfully request that an honorarium and travel fees be covered by the host. To request a speaker please call (212) 828-3361 or email us at info@harvesthomefm.org

Contact

By Phone:
(212) 828-3361

By Fax:
(212) 828-3464