Empower Future Generations
planting the seeds of health, in perpetuity
You can grow a healthier future by supporting immersive educational experiences in gardening, cooking, and farming at Cornucopia Project.
Our Board of Directors is working hard to ensure that Cornucopia Project continues to be able to meet the needs of our community’s youth for many years to come. There are many ways you can contribute in this endeavor. Please explore the pathways of giving and find out how you can create a lasting impact with us.
Our mission grows stronger and our ability to serve expands when donors choose to invest in our cause.
"Because what you send out comes back"
Mike Stanley's Boomerang
Mike Stanley and his wife, Sue Scott Stanley, have generously provided 20 years of influential support. Mike’s service on our Board of Directors defined and uplifted our cause. His words still echo through our boardroom. Mike’s passion for the outdoors, his kindness, creativity, and devotion to youth education and empowerment have become embodied in the culture of Cornucopia Project. Mike’s gifts to Cornucopia Project will carry on forever.
Mike Stanley’s Boomerang is an inclusive giving circle dedicated to supporting Cornucopia Project’s vital work. As a member, you’ll join a community of passionate donors committed to fostering healthy eating habits and sustainable agriculture in our region for the forseeable future. Going above and beyond annual support, this group of outstanding supporters will establish long-term financial sustainability in Mike’s honor.
This inaugural fund is the first endowment for the Cornucopia Project. This circle has been initiated by Mike’s family who invite all to join in honor and memory of Mike Stanley, our first ever donor in 2005.
You are invited to join the giving circle in this spirit of hope and resilience for a healthier future. Stepping into the circle of Mike Stanley’s Boomerang entails a committment of support to this endowment fund. By joining, you become an integral part of our mission to cultivate a healthier future. Together, let’s build a heritage of whole health for the children of our community and for the future world.
Our Mission
The Cornucopia Project is dedicated to fostering a love for healthy eating and sustainable living among the youth of Southern New Hampshire. Through our school garden programs, cooking classes, and farmer training initiatives, we empower children and young adults with the knowledge and skills they need to make nutritious food choices and contribute to their communities.
Impact
Our programs have transformed schoolyards into vibrant gardens, provided students with hands-on cooking experiences, and trained the next generation of farmers. By engaging with our programs, participants develop a deeper understanding of where their food comes from and the importance of sustainable agriculture.
Community Engagement
We collaborate with local schools, community organizations, and volunteers to create a supportive network that nurtures the growth of our programs. Together, we are planting the seeds for a lifetime of healthy eating and community involvement.
Give The Gift Of Experiential Education
Your generous donation will help us continue to provide hands-on education in school gardens, cooking classes, and farmer training programs for youth in Southern New Hampshire. Together, we can cultivate a healthier future for our children and our community.
Empower Your Giving
Donor Advised Funds
Donor advised funds (DAFs) offer a flexible and efficient way to support Cornucopia Project’s mission. By contributing through a DAF, you can make a significant impact on our educational programs, from school gardens to cooking classes. Your donations help us nurture the next generation of healthy eaters and sustainable farmers in Southern New Hampshire.
Plan for the Future
Planned Giving
Planned giving is a powerful way to ensure the long-term sustainability of Cornucopia Project’s initiatives. By including us in your estate plans, you can leave a lasting legacy that supports our mission for years to come. Planned gifts can take many forms, including bequests, charitable trusts, and beneficiary designations, each offering unique benefits to you and your loved ones.
With planned giving, you can make a profound difference in the lives of children and communities in Southern New Hampshire. Your foresight and generosity will help us continue to provide hands-on education in school gardens, cooking classes, and farmer training programs. Together, we can plant the seeds for a healthier, more sustainable future.
Leave Your Mark with an Engraved Brick
Create a Lasting Impression
One Brick At A Time
Celebrate your favorite people while adding to a beautiful and functional space on the Educational Farm. Engraved bricks will create a charming greenhouse entrance. This collection of intentions and mentions will celebrate Student Farmers of the past and present, important figures in Cornucopia Project’s history, and convey messages of encouragement to all who walk into the high tunnel.