Backyard Harvest
This food rescue and donation program connects fresh produce from backyard gardens and farms to residents experiencing food insecurity. Food-insecure households can sign up to receive a free box of fresh food every week that is delivered right to their door. Our fresh produce is sourced from backyard gardeners, community gardens, chicken coops, our farms, local farmers, and community donations. This program runs all year long.
Did you know?
Since 2018, the Crested Butte Farmers Market has partnered with the Backyard Harvest Program.
The Crested Butte Farmers Market is a proud partner of Mountain Roots to bring wholesome, nutritious food to those in need!
At the end of each market day, the CB Farmers Market donates organic and naturally grown produce, pasture-raised and grass-fed meats and eggs, nutritious breads, as well as other whole foods, supplied by our amazing regional vendors. These foods are gathered every Sunday and delivered to families in need all over the Valley and distributed via the Backyard Harvest program.
Check out the Crested Butte Farmers Market on Sundays on Elk Ave.
Recipient Sign-up
We have reached our cap for Backyard Harvest boxes. If you would like to join the waitlist to become a recipient, please fill out the form below.
If you have any questions, email erinn@mountainrootsfoodproject.org
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GROW A ROW for BACKYARD HARVEST
Become a Fresh Food Donor
Our backyard gardeners are crucial for connecting the Gunnison Valley community to fresh, healthy vegetables, fruit, and eggs. Join the cause and build a more resilient local food system with your donation.
To become a donor email foodsecurity@mountainrootsfoodproject.org
VOLUNTEER FOR Backyard harvest
Our Food Security team can always use extra hands to pack Backyard Harvest Food boxes.
Volunteering for BYH will entail packing food boxes on Tuesday mornings and delivering on Tuesday afternoons. Packing will happen at the Gunnison Vitamin and Health Food in Gunnison. Deliveries will happen all over Gunnison and Crested Butte, meeting at South Main Gunnison to distribute boxes.
Any questions about volunteering, email volunteer@mountainrootsfoodproject.org