Living Hope Farm – Harleysville, Pennsylvania
Grant Award: $4,865
Project: Establish a 200′ × 20′ edible perennial polyculture of fruit trees, berry bushes, and edible understory to serve as a windbreak and pollinator habitat for community-supported agriculture (CSA) families.
Outcome: Living Hope Farm laid the groundwork for a resilient permaculture system by securing a diverse mix of trees, shrubs, and perennial plantings that will form a productive windbreak and pollinator corridor. Although installation timelines shifted due to staffing and equipment delays, the expanded plant selection is expected to increase long-term ecological and food production benefits for the farm and its CSA community.
A volunteer workday is planned for March 2026 to prepare no-till beds ahead of spring planting, ensuring the project moves forward with strong community involvement. Once established, the edible polyculture will enhance biodiversity, protect crops from wind, and provide lasting habitat and nourishment for pollinators and families alike.
