Our Mission
Urban Tilth inspires, hires, and trains local residents to cultivate agriculture, feed our community, and restore relationships to land to build a more sustainable food system, within a just and healthier community.
Sowing the seeds of collective power
North Richmond Farm Project
The development of our farm builds on Urban Tilth’s two decades of bringing to life a resident-led vision for healthy food access, local jobs, and community empowerment. Since 2014, we’ve partnered with County Supervisor John Gioia’s office to transform a county-owned vacant lot into a flourishing community hub, and are now expanding this project to 10 acres to create a center for urban agriculture, education, and organizing.
With the continued support of our diverse funders and community members, this vibrant hub will become a cornerstone of collective health and sustainable food justice in North Richmond.
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Restoring Land, Empowering Communities
A Whole-Watershed Approach to Restoration Urban Tilth’s Watershed Restoration Field Crew is a dedicated team of young adult apprentices who transitioned into permanent roles after demonstrating exceptional work in the […]
UJIMA: Empowering Richmond’s Black Youth through Leadership, Land, and Legacy
What is Ujima? Urban Tilth’s UJIMA Program is a powerful initiative rooted in the values of collective responsibility and community empowerment, designed specifically to uplift Richmond’s Black youth. The program […]
Exciting Preparations Underway at the North Richmond Farm
This month, the North Richmond Farm team has seen significant progress and activity as preparations continue for the upcoming season. Volunteer Day Recap The farm hosted its very first volunteer […]