The HEAL Project, extremely concerned with the health and safety of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic, following the guidelines outlined by San Mateo County.

Here’s how we responded to the pandemic:

  • We created video lessons for teachers and parents to use as distance learning tools, including a series of 26 mini video lessons for the Intensive Garden Program.

  • We ran distanced day camp at The Farm in spring and summer to engage kids with hands-on learning outdoors.

  • We connected with San Mateo County teachers to assess their needs and how we might support them.

  • We piloted a cost-offset Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program with discounts for low-income families and EBT-users.

  • We increased the amount of produce donated from The Farm to local food distribution organizations to connect fresh, nutritious produce with families experiencing food insecurity.

  • We welcomed family pods to The Farm for interactive learning tours and u-picks.

*Last updated: June 2023. Since infection rates dropped, in May the federal government determined that COVID-19 was no longer a public health emergency.

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