Red Wiggler Community Farm

Nationwide, 85% of adults with intellectual and developmental differences (I/DD) are not employed. For almost three decades on its organic farm, Red Wiggler has provided this historically under-valued and under-served population meaningful work as growers. Each is paired with a mentor and experiences every aspect of farming and distribution, earning fair wages and receiving regular support. Alongside youth volunteers with and without I/DD, they tend to 200+ plant varieties, learning about and growing healthy food together. In addition, Red Wiggler’s educational experiences for the public promote environmental stewardship while a Community Supported Agriculture program ensures that half of all vegetables harvested are distributed to food banks, community organizations, and neighbors with low incomes. At Red Wiggler, preventing food waste and addressing hunger go hand-in-hand with cultivating sustainable farming practices and the leadership of neurodivergent individuals.