The mission of East New York Farms! is to organize youth and adults to address food justice in our community by promoting local sustainable agriculture and community-led economic development. We have been working with youth, gardeners, farmers, and entrepreneurs to build a more just and sustainable community since 1998.
CONTACT:
Ariella Riapos (they/them)
Project Director, East New York Farms!
(646)-738-9936 ex 1018
613 New Lots Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
URBAN FARM
We operate an urban farm in East New York to increase access to locally grown produce, as well as to provide opportunities to learn, gather, and volunteer. Our Easy New York Youth Farm produces over 70 varieties of culturally relevant foods and serves as a space to bring the community together by hosting educational workshops, farm tours and volunteer days.
ENY Youth Farm
The ENY Youth Farm, established in 2000, is a dynamic 1/2 acre site where we grow organic produce for our Farmers Market, provide garden beds for community members to grow in, house a beehive, on site composting and serve as a learning and training space for our Youth Program.
Beginning in March, the ENY Youth Farm hosts open volunteer days on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month from 11am to 1pm, and every Wednesday from 11am-1pm.
To schedule an exclusive work day and tour for your group, complete the Farm Tour Form HERE.
Volunteer on our Farms
Interested in working on a farm in Brooklyn, supporting community agriculture,and increasing access to culturally appropriate crops and foods? Come volunteer on our ENY Youth Farm! We host Open Volunteer Days fromMarch to October. Come get your hands dirty and learn about urban farming!
Farm Volunteer Days (March- October):
East New York Youth Farm; 620 Schenck Ave
Every Wednesday 11am-1pm
1st & 3rd Saturday 11am-1pm
Compost Volunteer Days (March - October)
East New York Youth Farm; 620 Schenck Ave
1st & 3rd Saturday 11am-1pm
For safety, volunteers are required to wear
closed-toe shoes and long pants to volunteer
on the farms. We recommend bringing water,
sun protection, and bug repellent.
To Schedule a Farm Tour or Group Volunteer day: CLICK HERE
We have a suggested donation of $10-25 per person for coordinating tour and volunteer days for schools, organizations and corporate groups. Donations can be made online via Zeffy HERE.
URBAN FARM CONTACT:
Alexx Caceres (they/them)
ENY Youth Farm Manager
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FARMERS MARKET
Founded in 1998, our community-run farmers market makes fresh food available and affordable, while building our local economy and creating spaces for neighbors to meet and greet. We’ve worked hard to expand and improve our selection, so come on out and see what our vendors have to offer.
The East New York Farmers Market features local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. We sell fresh and affordable produce from gardeners around East New York, host craft and hot food vendors, cooking demonstrations, free books, music, and special events at our Saturday markets.
Our market is also the only place in East New York to find local, organic produce; including specialty crops like karela/bittermelon, long beans, malabar spinach and callaloo. We accept cash, debit, SNAP/EBT, eWIC, Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks, Fresh Connect checks, OTC and Health Bucks.
ENY Farmers Market Schedule
Saturday Farmers Market
Last week of June - Mid November
9:00am - 3:00pm
Schenck Ave between New Lots and Livonia Avenue
Accessible by the 3 train, B15, B83 & B6 buses.
We accept cash, credit/debit, SNAP/EBT, Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) coupons, FreshConnect checks, eWIC, OTC and Health Bucks.Only ENY Farms issued tokens are accepted at our farmers' markets.
Vendors & Gardeners
Farmers Market Documentation
We are currently looking for gardeners looking to sell their produce at our Share Table, as well as vendors with local goods (sauces, teas, juices, jams and jelly, etc.), hot food, baked goods, crafts, art and more. More information about these opportunities can be found in the forms below.
What is Share Table?
Are you interested in selling your produce at the ENY Farmers Market, but cannot make it for the hours of operation? Join the Share Table today!
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Share Table runs from June through November
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Drop off produce on Fridays from 11am-2pm
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Keep 90% of your profits
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Feed your community with your locally-grown produce!
Click here to apply.
ENY Market Forms Links:
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ENYF! Selling at our Market 101
FARMERS MARKET CONTACT:
Elli Sol Strich-Zambrano (she/they)
Farmers Market Manager
646-738-9926
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Every year 15-25 young people participate in our intensive Internship Program. Participants engage in hands-on learning and job training around urban agriculture, community development, leadership and social justice.
Our youth internship mobilizes young people to address food justice in our community. They are involved in all aspects of running a 1/2 acre organic farm, weekly Farmers Market, and provide support to other gardens throughout East New York, often stewarded by elders. Through this process, youth work in multicultural and intergenerational teams to create change in their community. Many youth stay in the program for several years, taking on new leadership roles each season.
Youth Internship Application
We are looking for responsible, motivated individuals who want to see personal and professional growth in this internship program. Submit an application if you are interested in stewarding green spaces and expanding access to health and affordable food. We are an equal opportunity employer, pledging to not discriminate against interns based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or genetic information.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Are comfortable working onsite in all weather conditions
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Are comfortable being ambassadors for ENYF
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Open to becoming a food justice advocated
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Interest/Experience in nature or gardening
Program Timeline: June-November
Eligible Interns:
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Must be a Freshman or Sophomore in high school (14-16 years old)
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Live or go to school in East New York and neighboring communities
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Available to work Wednesday through Saturday
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5 month commitment: (late) June through November
Compensation:
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Bi-weekly stipend
Applications for First Year Intern are now OPEN on a rolling basis until May 1st, 2026
Youth Food Justice Network
The Youth Food Justice Network (YFJN) was created with the mission to build a shared learning space for youth organizations involved in the food movement. We organize an annual youth-led conference and local exchanges to connect and build strong solidarity bonds among food justice organizations that create a just, equitable and fair food system for all.
To join the network, contact Ariella Riapos at ariellar@cypresshills.org
COMPOST PROGRAM
The East New York Farms Compost Program works with the community to divert food scraps from landfills and build resilient soil in East New York.
What is Community Composting?
Community composting is local and empowers social inclusion, greener neighborhoods, improved local soils, enhanced food security and local jobs. Learn more from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.
East New York Farms is a member of the NYC Community Compost Network, a group of Community Composting organizations that compost, advocate, and educate locally across the 5 boroughs.
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Food Scrap Collection
The East New York Farms! Compost Program has been operating for over 15 years! We collect food scraps from East New York to process into nutrient-rich compost for local farms and gardens to grow organic produce.
Food Scrap Drop-Off (March-September)
During the growing season, ENYF! hosts a public
food scrap collection at our ENY Youth Farm
(620 Schenck Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11207).
Look for the green trash bins outside the front
gates of the farm!
ENYF! Hauling Services (April-September)
We haul from businesses and community-based
organizations in East New York. We currently
partner with BKLYN Blend, United Community
Centers, New Hope Church, Cypress Hills Farmstand,
Las Maravillas del Exodo Food Pantry, and E & K Deli Market Corp.
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What to Compost with ENYF?
What we CAN accept:
Fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds and filters, tea bags, eggshells, nut shells, rice, bread, grains, leaves, houseplants, soil, dried flowers, soiled paper (e.g. napkins)
What we CAN'T accept:
Meat, fish, dairy products, fats, grease, oil, ashes, and animal waste.
Community Resources
Get Soil and Compost in East New York
We host seasonal (Spring and Fall) potting soil distributions for household gardeners in East New York that cannot receive deliveries. Sign up for our newsletter or check our events calendar below for more details.
Need compost year-round?
DSNY hosts regular compost givebacks throughout the year. Check their calendar for a distribution near you.
Food Scrap Drop-Off Locations in NYC
Map Key:
Green - Community Composting: No app required for access. Schedule may vary.
Orange - Accessible 24/7 via the NYC Compost app.
COMMUNITY GARDENS
East New York Farms! grows fresh, organic, and culturally important foods for our community and provides support for others to do the same. We manage urban farms and work with an ever-growing network of gardeners and farmers representing backyard gardens and over 60 community gardens throughout East New York.
Garden Assistance
Do you need help with tasks in your garden space? Consider participating in our Garden Assistance program with our Youth Interns! Every summer from July through August, our Youth Interns can support your garden space with various tasks. If you are a garden located in East New York, you are eligible to participate.
For more information, email Brianna at briannal@cypresshills.org
Click here to request Garden Assistance.
Share Table
Are you interested in selling your produce at the ENY Farmers' Market, but cannot make it for the hours of operation? Join the Share Table!
Share Table runs every year from June through November.
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Drop off produce on Fridays from 11am-2pm
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Keep 90% of your profits
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Feed your community with your locally-grown produce!
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For more information, email Elli Sol at enyfarmersmarket@cypresshills.org
Click here to apply to become a Share Table Gardener.
Garden Resources
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CONTACT:
Sarah Bacio (she/they)
Assistant Project Director
EVENTS
Each year during the growing season, ENYF! Staff and Community Educators provide free workshops and activities around gardening, nutrition, wellness, and food justice to educate our neighbors about how to grow, prepare, and preserve healthy food and live more healthily and sustainably.
For updates on our events, Join our Newsletter and follow us on Social Media! You can register for all our events on Eventbrite HERE.
