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We believe in the Power of Food

Who We Are
Who We Are

Food is our foundation; people grow here. Jones Valley Teaching Farm uses food as a foundation so that young people can lead, create, and grow a healthy future for themselves and their community.

We envision communities inspired by food and transformed by youth.

What We Do

JVTF’s flagship program, Good School Food, is a Pre-K-12 food-based education framework rooted in academic standards delivered to Birmingham City School students by JVTF Instructors. Through cross-curricular experiential lessons during school, after school, and at home, students use food, farming, and the culinary arts as a foundation for academic exploration, leadership, and pursuit of pathways to full-time employment or higher education.

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Our Teaching Farms

We operate vibrant outdoor learning spaces called Teaching Farms on school campuses. Click here to see our eight sites and school partners.

Our Impact

Research shows that our Good School Food program cultivates responsibility, builds strong relationships with peers, and creates opportunities for students to develop life skills such as leadership, confidence, and teamwork.