We are thrilled to welcome a new chef for our Clearinghouse cooking classes, Sean FitzGerald! Sean is a chef at Feed Louisville, and he called Madison home for several years. He’s excited to bring his culinary skills to our project, and we can’t wait to introduce him to our next class participants! Our upcoming April […]
We Are Growing! MYU Receives $38,000 in Year-End Grant Funds
Our resources are growing, and we can’t wait to put them to use in our community! In December, our nonprofit received two generous grants. We received $8,000 from Jefferson County’s ARPA fund, a grant we requested to support community programming like gardens and cooking classes. This year’s spring programs are the first fruits of that […]
Hanover Community Garden
As garden fans, we’ve been so excited to get to know the folks behind a new community garden project in Hanover! The Hanover Community Garden is designed to plant, grow, and harvest food for community members experiencing nutrition insecurity. Their master plan, which prioritizes community-building, includes: Raised beds may be available at no cost to […]
Tasty Food, Tight Budget – FREE Clearinghouse Cooking Class!
In October, we will be unveiling our newest FREE cooking class, designed specifically for home cooks on a very tight budget. Chef Gabby Hammersley of Off Broadway Taproom will present shopping tips and cooking hacks that make the most of every grocery dollar without sacrificing an ounce of flavor. The class will include a cooking […]
We Are Seeking Project Partners!
This spring, we applied for a $200,000 grant from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA). The grant, focused on expanding market opportunities for Indiana farmers, gave us an opportunity to define our vision for a nonprofit store that specializes in fresh, local food. It was also an opportunity to test our chops in the […]