Daniel’s Table Building Community, Confidence With Help From Gaining Ground

May 5, 2025

It’s a busy time for Daniel’s Table. Our partner organization delivers groceries to anywhere from 15 to 20 households per week, with an additional 80 to 120 families picking up food weekly.

Meet Gaining Ground Volunteer Trevor Delaney

April 25, 2025

Trevor Delaney began volunteering with Gaining Ground before he could drive. Here he shares why he wanted to volunteer and what he’s learned.

Planting A Seed For Tomorrow

April 25, 2025

With the generous support of longtime Gaining Ground friends Joe Rigali and Tracy Winn, we’re launching a planned giving program.

Your Story Is Our Story: Visit Poetry On The Farm This Spring

April 25, 2025

Now in its fifth year, Poetry on the Farm celebrates language, food, nature and agriculture.

Visit Poetry on the Farm at Gaining Ground

April 4, 2025

The arrival of spring signals many important events on the farm—including our annual Poetry on the Farm exhibit!  In its fifth year, this beloved celebration of language, food, nature, and agriculture will again take the form of a self-guided farm tour, featuring poems from community members of all ages. Thank you to everyone who submitted […]

Planned Giving: Let Your Legacy Nourish Others

March 28, 2025

By including Gaining Ground in your estate plans, you ensure that healthy, sustainably grown food continues reaching communities in need for generations to come, while preserving current assets through your lifetime. What is Planned Giving? Planned giving allows you to make a lasting impact through financial or estate planning strategies that align with your philanthropic […]

A Farming Assist From New England Innovation Academy Students

March 6, 2025

As part of their curriculum, 10th graders from a Marlborough school visited Gaining Ground and developed solutions to farm challenges.

Why Do We Plant Specific Crops?

March 6, 2025

A targeted, crop-specific survey of our partners allows us to gather detailed information on which items their clients enjoy (and don’t).

Everything And The Kitchen Sink: Women’s Lunch Place Finds Multiple Ways To Serve Community

March 6, 2025

Women’s Lunch Place has a nice ring, but it’s a bit of a misnomer for the 43-year-old nonprofit that serves more than 2,000 women annually.

Now Accepting Submission For Our 2025 Poetry On The Farm Installation!

February 21, 2025

Submit HERE! Spring is on the horizon, and with it comes one of our favorite traditions—Poetry on the Farm! Now in its fifth year, this self-guided exhibit transforms the farm into an open-air gallery, celebrating the beauty of language, food, nature, and farming through original poetry. From April to June, we’ll showcase poetry from our food recipients, partner organizations, […]

Seeds Are Sprouting In The Greenhouse

February 10, 2025

The foundation of any successful growing season lies in the seeds.

What Do Volunteers Do At Gaining Ground?

February 10, 2025

The farm is lucky to welcome thousands of volunteers of all ages and abilities each season.

Maple Syrup Season Is Here

February 10, 2025

As winter marches on, the sweet scent of maple fills the air at Gaining Ground Farm. The maple sugaring program is in full swing. On any given day, maple sap is being boiled down into syrup.

Calling All Aspiring Student Farmers! 2025 Summer Internship Opportunities

January 29, 2025 • Gaining Ground

In addition to Gaining Ground’s seasonal paid staff roles, we are seeking two college-funded summer interns in 2025.

Bedford Food Bank Works With Gaining Ground To Address Nutrition Insecurity

January 21, 2025

At Bedford Food Bank, the staff focuses on assisting two types of insecurity when a person needs assistance affording food: food security and nutrition security.

Gaining Ground Sets Record Harvest In 2024

January 21, 2025 • Allison Goodwin

In 2024, Gaining Ground distributed more than 138,000 pounds (582,000 servings) of fresh, nutritious produce to 10,000 individuals.

We’re Hiring: 2025 Field Crew Members

December 18, 2024

We’re hiring for two 2025 Field Crew positions! Read on for details and instructions on how to apply…

Farmer Spotlight Rachael Walton

December 16, 2024

Gaining Ground farmer Rachael Walton shares her views on regenerative agriculture, how she was able to align her career with her values, and the growth she’s seen at Gaining Ground.

Farm Manager Jared Kimler Comes Home to Gaining Ground

December 12, 2024

We’re thrilled to introduce you to our new Farm Manager, Jared Kimler. We recently caught up with Jared to learn about his favorite farm task, what he’s focused on during the off-season and his plans for the future.

What Happens On Gaining Ground’s Farm During The Winter?

December 12, 2024

Don’t let anyone tell you farmers take the winter off. With less time-sensitive production work to do, attention has turned to preparing beds for spring, and planning for an efficient new year. And we’re still growing vegetables.

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