WELCOME!

Ruth Bennett Community Farm is an educational farm and environmental center located on two-acres of land at the Ruth L. Bennett Homes in Chester, PA.

We address food insecurity by growing and distributing fresh, nutrient-dense produce and plants to residents of public housing and the greater Chester community. We seek to build youth resilience by providing job training through fulfilling and inspiring work. We empower community members to grow their own food.

Resources for Urban Food Producers

  • Webinar Series

    Don’t miss our 2024 webinar series featuring expert presenters, free resources, and program opportunities for urban food producers.

  • Agricultural Workshops

    Throughout 2024 we are hosting free onsite educational workshops. Topics range from crop planning to pruning, beekeeping, and many more!

  • Technical Assistance

    Join one of our regular zoom office hours! Each session provides free food hub tech assistance, as well as program and grant application assistance.

Looking for more resources? Explore the archive of educational video tutorials and webinars on our YouTube channel!

Free Food Distributions

Our bi-weekly FREE food distributions are starting up again on May 9th, 2024 from 1-3 PM. Come get boxes filled with organic local produce and eggs!

Upcoming Events

Keep up with out food distributions, workshops, volunteer days and other events below. Scroll over the pictures to find out more about the event and click the picture to go to the event’s page!

Join our Youth Crew this summer!

Learn how to grow food and help your community access fresh food while having fun with your peers this summer! More details can be found on this flyer. Email nschaumburg@chesterha.org or call or text (201) 788-8158 if you are interested!

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Cut Flowers -

We sell bouquets from May through October. Check out Philly Foodworks to buy our mixed bouquets this season!