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The 2024-2025 school year marks an exciting chapter for the Marion Institute's Grow Education Farm-to-School (Grow FTS) program, as it welcomes five dedicated FoodCorps Service Members to support and grow its impact.

Healthy Food Starts with Healthy Soil: Marion Institute's Grow Education Farm-to-Table Programs Brings Soil Science to Life in Local School Gardens through Soil Testing.

The Marion Institute's Southcoast Food Policy Council (SFPC) is Looking for New Community Advisory Board (CAB) Members

The state-funded Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) helps people on fixed or low incomes who use SNAP (the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) buy nutritious vegetables and fruit from local farmers at participating farmer's markets, mobile markets, farm stands, and CSAs...

MARION, Mass. — Southcoast Health President & CEO, David O. McCready, recently joined the Marion Institute Board of Directors, a non-profit community organization committed to elevating health, food, and environmental equity across the South Coast region.

When we talk about aging, two terms often come up: life span and health span. While they may sound similar, they represent distinct concepts that are essential for understanding the quality and longevity of our lives. Let’s dive into the differences between these two terms, their implications for health and wellness, and how we can strive to maximize both.

Wareham, MA – The Marion Institute is excited to announce the delivery of nearly 100 pounds of fresh vegetables from its Frogfoot Farm to Damien's Place Food Pantry in Wareham, MA, on Wednesday, October 16. The first harvest, which included radishes and turnips, represents a major milestone for Frogfoot Farm and highlights its commitment to addressing local food insecurity. With 1 in 3 people struggling to access basic food groups like fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, and seafood, this initiative is a critical part of the region's food relief efforts.

Thursday, October 10th, was an unforgettable evening as we hosted our second annual Boogie at the Bog in support of Frogfoot Farm’s Neighbors Feeding Neighbors program. The night unfolded in a truly magical fashion, with perfect weather setting the stage and even the Northern Lights making a rare appearance.