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Growing Hope. Feeding People One Bed at a Time.

What began as a shared vision between Yokefellow Ministries and the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association of Iredell County is already becoming a reality.

The first phase is complete. Through the dedication of volunteers and community partners, the raised garden beds have already been built. Now we're working together to complete the next phase of the Yokefellow Community Garden—creating a sustainable, volunteer-managed garden that will provide fresh produce for neighbors in need while serving as a living classroom for gardening education.

Yokefellow Ministries serves individuals and families throughout Iredell County by providing food, clothing, household essentials, diapers, and emergency financial assistance. The Community Garden will strengthen that mission by growing fresh fruits and vegetables for the Yokefellow Help Center, Mobile Food Pantries, and other local food assistance organizations.

Extension Master Gardener Volunteers, alongside community volunteers, will plant, maintain, and harvest the garden while sharing research-based gardening knowledge and fostering community involvement.

Today, more than 12% of Iredell County residents live below the poverty line, including nearly one in five children. Access to fresh, nutritious food can make a lasting difference for families facing food insecurity.

Your support of the Growing Hope Campaign will help complete the garden by funding irrigation, water access, storage, tools, and other essential infrastructure. It will also help ensure the garden continues to thrive as a source of fresh food, education, and hope for years to come.

Every gift helps us grow hope, strengthen our community, and feed our neighbors—one garden bed at a time!