Turning food access into hands-on learning and shared growing Our FREE Farm Stand Program began with just one farm stand in NorthRichmond. Over the past 4 years this has blossomed into 5 thriving community hubs serving residents from North Richmond, the Iron Triangle, Parchester. Every week, our 5 FREE Farm Stands provide something essential: fresh, […]
Verde Elementary at the Bioneers Conference A group of 30 middle school students from Verde Elementary stepped into a much larger conversation about climate, culture, and community at the Bioneers Conference in March 2026. Organized by the Verde team as part of Urban Tilth’s education programs, the trip came together through intense last-minute fundraising and […]
Turning Community Participation Into Resident Leadership in North Richmond The “Not for Us, Without Us!” project is a community-led planning process in North Richmond designed to make sure residents directly influence decisions about which kinds of climate adaptation, pollution reduction and just transition projects, come to their community. This process directly responds to long-standing environmental […]
As we dive into the peak of spring, the farm is buzzing with activity! We are officially starting our succession of summer crops, planting favorites like cucumbers, squash, and tomatoes. Exciting New Varieties This year, we’re thrilled to introduce some unique tomato and cucumber varieties to our fields. Keep an eye out for: We are […]
In honor of Women’s History Month and World Water Day just passing, we’re shining a light on the incredible women who make up our Watershed Restoration team. These water protectors are making history right now by ensuring that clean water and fresh air are accessible to everyone. In their own words:
Since 2022, Urban Tilth has worked collaboratively with SF Estuary Institute, UC Berkeley, SF Estuary Partnership, the Hood Planning Group and an incredible team of community members to develop a community-based vision for the ongoing development of green stormwater infrastructure in the Iron Triangle neighborhood of Richmond. Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) encompasses a number of […]
Make the Most of the Warm Growing Season From April through June in Richmond, warming temperatures and longer daylight hours create ideal conditions for planting warm-season crops. This is the perfect window to seed vegetables like tomatoes, beans, squash, cucumbers, and peppers, which thrive in consistent sunshine and mild coastal heat. Fast-growing crops like bush […]
Simple Ways to Share the Trail with Care Spending time on the greenway is a great way to connect with nature and your community. A few small habits can make a big difference in keeping the trail safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone. 5 Tips 1. Share the path Be mindful of others. Walk on […]
Friends of the Richmond Greenway (FORG) Friends of the Richmond Greenway (FORG) meetings are a space for neighbors, local organizations, and the City of Richmond to come together, share ideas, and help shape the future of the Greenway. We are a collaborative group working to create a safer, greener, and more vibrant Greenway for everyone. […]
We are proud to share that Urban Tilth has been selected as a 2026 California Nonprofit of the Year by Senator Jesse Arreguín of the 7th District. This honor recognizes more than one hundred nonprofit organizations across the state for their outstanding contributions to their communities. We are deeply grateful to be included among this […]
