Mission, Vision & Impact

Mill City Grows is dedicated to creating a more food secure and sustainable community

Mission & Vision

Mill City Grows fosters food justice by improving physical health, economic independence, and environmental sustainability in Lowell through increased access to land, locally grown food, and education.

Our vision is a community that understands how to grow and prepare fresh food to support the long-term health of people and the land. Equitable access to land, knowledge, and fresh, culturally connected food is necessary for positive health outcomes, sustainable food policies, and access to life-giving food for our entire community.

households received bi-weekly farm shares through our food is medicine program

new garden beds were added to mcg's citywide network of community gardens

dollars of fresh produce was provided to low-income residents at no cost to offset government cuts in food assistance

kids and adults participated in mcg school education programs across lowell

community service hours were completed by 205 mill city grows volunteers

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