by Rev. Dr. Heber Brown, III | Jan 6, 2023 | BCFSN Updates, Black Farmers, The ARC
In 2020, we launched our version of a hybrid food hub. While many organizations and local and state governments were starting up food distribution operations in communities across the country, we noticed that many Black farmers were being excluded from these programs...
by Rev. Dr. Heber Brown, III | Jan 2, 2023 | BCFSN Membership, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Black Farmers, Church Garden
Early in a new year, many people are thinking about how to enhance their lives or set resolutions around their goals. It makes sense that this happens in January as, for many, it feels like a fresh start and perfect opportunity to set the tone for the kind of year...
by Rev. Dr. Heber Brown, III | Nov 21, 2022 | BCFSN Updates, Black Farmers, Philadelphia, The Network, Virginia
This past Wednesday night, I was blessed to be the keynote speaker for Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week at Villanova University. It was my honor to talk about the work of The Black Church Food Security Network and my faith journey. To top off the night, after...
by Admin BlackChurchFSN | Nov 2, 2022 | BCFSN Updates, Black Farmers, Events
Through the Soil to Sanctuary Market, we partner with congregations to bring miniature farmer’s markets to churches on days that they worship or gather. Having Black farmers and food business owners selling their items at Houses of Worship provides a mutually...
by Rev. Dr. Heber Brown, III | Oct 24, 2022 | BCFSN Membership, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Black Farmers
As I’ve traveled from farm to farm this year all over the country, I’ve come to the conclusion that urgent action is needed if churches are going to get serious about supporting Black farmers and transforming the food environments of their communities. ...
by Black Church Food Security Network | Oct 24, 2022 | BCFSN Membership, BCFSN Updates, Black Church, Black Farmers, Church Garden, Events, New Beginnings
On Saturday, October 22, 2022, we held a Black Farm Tour in Greensboro, North Carolina. After months of planning with Greensboro residents and leaders, we invited nearly 40 people to join us for this experience. We toured four farms around the Greensboro area and...
