Our Programs

Helping communities achieve food independence through various initiatives and support services.

Food Distribution

We provide food assistance to families in need across Levy, Gilchrist, and Dixie counties. Additionally, in the event of disasters nationally, the Sparrows Basket endeavors to help those in need.

A vintage typewriter positioned on grass with a sheet of paper bearing the words 'COMMUNITY GARDENING' in bold letters.
A vintage typewriter positioned on grass with a sheet of paper bearing the words 'COMMUNITY GARDENING' in bold letters.
Food Preservation

We teach families how to grow and preserve their own food for sustainable living and independence.

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Food Independence

Helping communities grow and preserve their own food sustainably.

Food Distribution

Providing food assistance to those in need locally and nationally in times of disaster.

A black colander filled with freshly harvested green and red lettuce is placed on a garden bed. Surrounding the colander are various thriving plants, including leafy greens and onions, with wooden mulch on the ground. The scene reflects a vibrant and lush vegetable garden.
A black colander filled with freshly harvested green and red lettuce is placed on a garden bed. Surrounding the colander are various thriving plants, including leafy greens and onions, with wooden mulch on the ground. The scene reflects a vibrant and lush vegetable garden.
Community Support

Empowering families to achieve food security and independence.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and vegetables, including large leafy greens, tomatoes, and climbing plants supported by trellises. The garden is bordered by a fence and concrete blocks, with neatly organized rows and stakes supporting some of the plants.
A lush garden with a variety of plants and vegetables, including large leafy greens, tomatoes, and climbing plants supported by trellises. The garden is bordered by a fence and concrete blocks, with neatly organized rows and stakes supporting some of the plants.
Freeze Drying

Future plans are to set up commercial freeze drying facilities for preserving food for local and national distribution efforts.

Education Programs

Teaching sustainable practices for growing and preserving food.

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"Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." Matthew 17:20 NIV

Support

Helping feed those in need in our community.

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information@thesparrowsbasket.org

352-614-0774

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