July 15, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Zucchini is extremely versatile: you can spiralize it into “zoodles” as a low-carb, pasta substitute, bake it into goods, or eat it raw in salads. Plus, it’s low in calories and rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber.
July 15, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Each spring, our greenhouse fills with young seedlings growing strong under protective cover. But what happens when we produce more healthy plants than our fields can hold? We share the abundance, of course! This season, we donated a vibrant variety of seedlings—including lettuce, scallions, beets, and basil—to our local hunger relief partners. Our community partners […]
July 15, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Stretches of extreme heat are becoming more common in Massachusetts, with this summer breaking records as the hottest on record in the Boston area. We are already navigating our second heat wave this month. While dangerously high temperatures cannot halt our work, they deeply impact how we operate to feed thousands of neighbors each week. […]
June 17, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Gaining Ground’s long-running Read for Seeds program had another successful season. Students at local schools raised more than $18,000, funding about 90% of our annual seed budget. Our enthusiastic thanks to the students, teachers, and families for their initiative and generous support!
June 17, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Beets are a nutrient-dense superfood that enjoy a long growing season in Massachusetts, May through October. Enjoy these easy baked veggie chips!
May 13, 2026
UPDATE: ALL POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED. We are hiring two additional Senior Field Crew Members for the 2026 season! Positions & Timelines: Schedule: Average of 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, with up to one Sunday per month for greenhouse watering duties. Start times will fluctuate accordingly: June through September: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. […]
April 30, 2026
Andy and Carolyn Limeri didn’t originally set out to become monthly donors; their connection to Gaining Ground blossomed through a shared conviction that both people and farmland deserve care. They first discovered the farm through our partner, Daniel’s Table. Andy, a former board member at the Framingham-based hunger relief organization, often drove to Gaining Ground […]
April 30, 2026
This past November, 20 of Welch’s newest employees gathered at Gaining Ground on a cold, windy day. Bundled against the elements, they hauled tarps and sandbags to help the farm prepare for the winter shutdown. Each year, Gaining Ground welcomes thousands of volunteers—individuals,schools, and corporate teams—to work alongside professional farmers. These groups learn about no-till […]
April 30, 2026
It takes 80 pounds of fresh okra and spinach for Chef Keverne Glasgow to feed Bridge Boston Charter School his signature Trinidadian callaloo. When the stew is served, the K–8 students rec-ognize the ingredients—because they helped grow them at Gaining Ground. Since 2019, Gaining Ground has partnered with the Roxbury school to provide students with […]
April 15, 2026 • Gaining Ground
We are now hiring for a Groundskeeper for the 2026 season. The position runs from April to November (precise start/end dates TBD). The job consists of up to 15 hours of work per week at the height of the season
(2-3 days per week, and hours can be flexible). Learn more and apply!
March 18, 2026
Gaining Ground’s mission to nourish neighbors experiencing food insecurity has always been fueled by community: the donors, volunteers, and partners who help make this work possible. Gaining Ground maintains a small traditional maple syrup operation and, each year, maple season brings the Gaining Ground community together. Over 100 supporters of all ages gathered for an […]
March 18, 2026
With a partnership spanning 30 years, Open Table is Gaining Ground’s longest running food distribution partner. Located in the heart of Maynard’s downtown, Open Table works to meet the food security needs of almost 9000 people in 21 local communities, with a majority of guests coming from Maynard, Acton, Lowell, Hudson and Concord. “Many clients are just one medical event, layoff, or SNAP freeze away from food insecurity” explains Open Table Executive Director Alex DePalo.
March 18, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Pure maple syrup is a rich source of antioxidants and minerals such as manganese, zinc, iron, and calcium. The caramel flavor in maple syrup adds a rich complexity to the flavor of this tangy dressing.
February 18, 2026
For decades, Gaining Ground has been woven into the lives of Joe Rigali and Tracy Winn. Their deep connection to the farm, its mission, and its community made it only natural to ensure that their commitment continues beyond their lifetime.
February 18, 2026
For nearly 30 years, Gaining Ground and the Sudbury Community Food Pantry (SCFP) have worked together to nourish the MetroWest region. Today, that partnership is more critical than ever.
February 18, 2026
This bright, flavorful salad is a delightful counterpoint to the heavier warming dishes of winter. Pairing storage apples and red onion with fresh baby spinach and crunchy walnuts, this salad offers a simple and satisfying starter or main dish.
January 16, 2026 • Gaining Ground
Gaining Ground’s primary objective for 2026 is simple: grow more food. With soaring rates of food insecurity in 2025, Gaining Ground is positioned to grow a record-setting harvest this year. Director of Agriculture Mark Congdon anticipates growing upwards of 150,000 lbs of produce this year to help meet the demand from our 18 partner organizations […]
January 16, 2026 • Gaining Ground
A successful partnership with Minuteman High School, entering its fifth year, provides students the opportunity to get field experience, literally, that complements the concepts they are learning in the classroom. Minuteman is a regional public technical education high school located in Lexington that combines academic and technical learning for students from member towns in the […]
January 15, 2026 • Gaining Ground
A recipe for Butternut Curry, contributed by Marty Wallace and excerpted from The Gaining Ground Table: Inspirational Recipes Season by Season (2019, Flagship Press).
December 18, 2025 • Gary Vilchick
As Gary Vilchick of Carlisle considered joining the Board at Gaining Ground, he heard his mom’s voice in his head. Learn why Gary was motivated to make a meaningful impact on reducing local food insecurity.
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