By Susan Grove

As we reflect on the past season, with its unpredictable weather and ever-changing financial climate, we are grateful for the most steadfast element of our environment – you!  Each year we are amazed at how PFP members and friends increasingly support our mission – by volunteering countless hours in the fields and educational gardens, organizing fun and heartfelt events that generate funds to support our educational and food justice programs, teaching young people from the City of Poughkeepsie about nutritious vegetables and cooking, and many other ways.  

The relationships you build with each other, with our farmers and other staff, with food pantries in Poughkeepsie and the broader community, and with our food, are essential to creating a food system that is empowering, meaningful, and fair. Thank you for all that you give to the PFP – our mission is alive because of your time, talent, and financial support.  If you find yourself reflecting on the PFP and are inclined in this season of giving to express your thanks, we invite you to consider making a year-end tax deductible donation by mail or online.  We look forward to sharing the next season with you!  Wishing you very happy holidays.