What does giving back to the community mean to you?At the Greenway, it means building meaningful connections, caring for our shared spaces, and growing into the best versions of ourselves. This month, the Greenway team welcomed many dedicated volunteers and planted a vibrant mix of crops, including amaranth, lettuce, marigolds, beets, and boysenberries. The season […]
The North Richmond Storytellers is a unique part of our annual Summer Youth Apprentice Program (SYAP). It is a specific cohort committed to preserving and sharing the living history of North Richmond. By collecting stories from local elders, the cohort uplifts the values and experiences that have shaped this community, centering themes like education, giving […]
At the heart of the North Richmond Farm, a new brick pathway is taking shape, one that tells a story beneath every step. Designed by Bay Tree Design, the pathway’s pattern draws directly from traditional Ohlone basketry native to the Richmond area, honoring the land’s first stewards and weaving cultural memory into the very foundation […]
Before dawn on April 4, 2025, the hum of concrete trucks filled the quiet of North Richmond. By high noon, 99 cubic yards of concrete had been poured into the ground, forming the foundation for what will soon be the Community Resiliency Center at the North Richmond Farm. This wasn’t just a construction milestone, it […]
As spring unfolds, so do our education programs. The North Richmond Farm is alive with energy, thanks to the community members who continue to keep it thriving, from our Spring Break Program to our After-school at the Farm sessions. The season has been filled with sunshine, laughter, and hands-on learning. This April marked the launch […]
The Orchard for ALL! team has been busy planting and nurturing fruit trees throughout Richmond, preparing for a season full of abundance. Loquat season has arrived, accompanied by a variety of delicious apples and citrus, making them perfect for sharing and enjoying within the community. For those who need assistance with harvesting or simply want […]
New permeable, ADA-accessible paths are being installed at the farm. Designed by Bay Tree Design, the brick pattern is inspired by traditional Ohlone basketry from the Richmond area and will run from Fred Jackson Way to San Pablo Creek. What part of the farm are you most excited to see transformed next? Let us know […]
The North Richmond Farm is buzzing with activity this April as the season brings new growth and energy. The team has installed trellising and planted the first fruits of the season. They also launched the first week of the Rudy Lozito Fellowship, kicking off a season of learning, knowledge-sharing, and soil stewardship. Special thanks go […]
Urban Tilth send our deepest gratitude to Congressman John Garamendi and Congressman Mark DeSaulnier, for your fierce and courageous support of the North Richmond Resiliency Initiative. Yesterday they sent a powerful letter (see below) to the EPA Administrator concerning the threatened cancellation of the EPA Community Change Grant. And we also send our gratitude of […]
Urban Tilth is proud to introduce the 2025 cohort of the Rudy Lozito Fellowship Program. This year, the organization warmly welcomes four inspiring individuals: Donté Clark, Cristina Rendon, Jeremiah Haskins, and Jason Moore. Each fellow brings a unique background and perspective, contributing to the rich diversity and strength of the program. Urban Tilth looks forward […]
