Hefty Harvests

Hello KFB supporters!   Farmer J here wanting to share with you what’s going on with the farm.  August brings summer heat and shorter days.   This tells the plants it’s time to wrap up and make seeds as they finish out their life cycles. Crops like tomatoes and peppers that have been cared for since late […]

ROYGBIV On The Ridge!

How do you create a healing and engaging space for the community? The answer lies at Kids’ Food Basket Farm – Ottawa + Allegan On the Ridge, where an immersive new garden welcomes visitors to pause from the bustle of life and relish their senses.   Moving with the wind, a deep purple butterfly bush beckons […]

Grilling Farm Flavors

Summertime in West Michigan is a time of plenty on the farm. All the year’s preparations are about to pay off. Now that we are in July…almost anything goes! Usually by the fourth we start to see the markets fill with beautiful rainbows of color, each packed with phytonutrients!   With so many options of fruit […]

Kid Tested, Kid Approved!

One question we frequently hear at Kids’ Food Basket is how we choose what goes into Sack Suppers. Sack Suppers are a well-rounded meal containing fruit, vegetables, protein and a snack. Each item must be nutritious and pack well into single servings. It also needs to pass the most important test: it must be delicious.   […]

Host an Event

Host an Event Third-party events are an excellent way to channel your creativity for a cause you care deeply about! You can support West Michigan kids by hosting a third-party fundraiser that is tailored to you and your passions.     From concept to execution, you are the host of this event with access to assistance […]