Nourishing Our Community with Sustainable Food Systems
The Orange Home Grown Foundation (OHG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating a healthier, more connected community by promoting sustainable food systems and holistic environmental practices. All donations are 100% tax deductible.
About Us
Our Mission
The Orange Home Grown mission is to foster environmental and holistic health by creating educational programs and spaces that promote sustainability, food justice, and community engagement. We are committed to offering resources and opportunities that empower individuals to make informed decisions about food and its environmental impact. Our hope is to enrich our community while changing how people measure the value of food and the impacts it has on our lives and the environment.
Programs That Make an Impact
We offer several impactful programs designed to educate, engage, and inspire.
Farmers & Artisans Market
Every Saturday 9 AM – 1 PM • Rain or Shine
303 West Palm Avenue Orange, CA 92866
The Certified Orange Home Grown Farmers and Artisans Market (OHGFAM) is a food hub where the community comes to connect. The market sources small family farms from the Southern, Central, and Northern California regions that hold a California Certified Producer's Certificate (CPC). Food Artisans participating at the market sell items such as breads, cheeses, oils, and dips that are made using traditional methods. Activities at the market include: live music, dog sitting, kid’s club, cooking demos, yoga, educational classes, and more.
Education Farm
Open Every Friday to Volunteers from 9 AM - 11 AM
356 N. Lemon Street Orange, CA 92866
The Orange Home Grown Education Farm is a community urban farm space dedicated to providing hands-on regenerative farming, volunteer opportunities, and educational events for all ages. The Education Farm is a collaborative space open to anyone who wants to put their hands in the soil.
Seed Lending Libraries
The Orange Seed Lending Library is a free self-serve system located at the Main Orange Public Library, Taft Library, and El Modena Branch Library in the city of Orange, and every third Saturday of the month at the Farmers Market. Community members are invited to borrow seeds for their garden and return seeds to share with others in the community. Seed donations are accepted at the Main Orange Library and at the farmers market information booth.
Youth Food Literacy Program
The Orange Home Grown Youth Food Literacy Program (YFLP) is a nine month course where Orange Unified School District (OUSD) high school students engage in the entire food production cycle, from seed to dinner table, and beyond. This course gives them the tools to make powerful choices related to food, their health, and their future. It offers opportunities for volunteering and potential job experiences after the program ends.
Hart Park Orange Grove Maintenance
The City of Orange and the Orange Home Grown Foundation partner together to support the clean-up and maintenance of the Robert D. Hoyt Historic Grove, along with the harvesting of the fruit. Easily 10,000+ pounds of citrus are harvested each year by dedicated volunteers and donated to local organizations such as Abound Food Care, who help distribute the fruit to those in need throughout Orange and surrounding cities.
Our Impact
Since 2009, Orange Home Grown has made a measurable difference.
Through our program initiatives we’ve impacted the lives of our local schools, neighborhoods, and the greater community.
100,000 lbs
of Food Donated
Since 2009, Orange Home Grown has donated over 100,000 lbs of locally grown, seasonal produce to volunteers, schools, homeless shelters, restaurants, chefs, student groups, and neighbors.
10,000 lbs
of Citrus Harvested Annually
The Hart Park Grove Gleaning Program harvests about 10,000 lbs of citrus annually. This produce gets donated to Abound Food Care to support those in need while helping to reduce food waste.
$86,500
in Scholarships Awarded
Since 2013 the Orange Home Grown Foundation has awarded 55 scholarships valued at over $86,500 to high school and college level students.
Get Involved
Your time and talents help us to create a healthier, more sustainable community.
There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available with the Orange Home Grown Foundation. We’d love to have you be a part of our mission.
Orange Home Grown Education Farm
Fridays - 9am to 11am
Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market
Saturdays - 9am to 1pm
Join us at an Upcoming Event
Sat, Jan 25OrangeJan 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMOrange, 303 W Palm Ave, Orange, CA 92866, USA
Sat, Feb 01OrangeFeb 01, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMOrange, 407 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92866, USA
Sat, Feb 08OrangeFeb 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMOrange, 303 W Palm Ave, Orange, CA 92866, USA
Sat, Feb 08OrangeFeb 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AMOrange, 356 N Lemon St, Orange, CA 92866, USA
Sat, Mar 29OrangeMar 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMOrange, 356 N Lemon St, Orange, CA 92866, USA