named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Bonus Bucks
Provides matching funds for low-income residents using SNAP/EBT at farmers markets to increase access to fresh, local produce
Double Up Food Bucks
Doubles the value of SNAP dollars spent at participating farmers markets, supporting both consumers and local farmers
Fight Hunger 5K / Veggie Adventure Run
Annual fundraising and awareness event to support food security initiatives in St. Lawrence County
Food Justice Summit
Educational event promoting equity, access, and systemic change in the local food system
Local Food Guide
Annual publication connecting consumers with local farmers, CSAs, and food producers in the region
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Food Policy Advocacy & Nutrition Education 2 activities
- Provides food justice education and community outreachConducts community education about hunger and local food systems through public events, festivals, newsletters, and educational materials, including a Farmers Market Customer Guide and food justice advocacy.
- Supports equitable food access through policy and program initiativesImplements programs such as Bonus Bucks and SNAP/EBT at farmers markets to increase access to affordable local food, while working to remove systemic barriers and support equitable food distribution in St. Lawrence County.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Builds organizational capacity through volunteer engagementOperates ongoing volunteer committees in outreach, education, development, and finance to support core organizational functions and sustain program delivery.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Maintains and provides access to local food resource guidesOperates and maintains a comprehensive, searchable online guide listing food pantries, community meals, backpack programs, and local food sources such as roadside stands, stores, and restaurants in St. Lawrence County to improve food access.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Operates and manages farmers marketsManages farmers markets in Canton, Potsdam, and Gouverneur as market manager, facilitating access to local food and supporting local farmers through programs like SNAP/EBT acceptance and Bonus Bucks.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Organizes community fundraising and awareness eventsPlans and hosts recurring community events including the annual Fight Hunger Fair, Dinner Series, Holiday Auction, and family-friendly events at Applewood Orchards to raise funds and awareness for food security initiatives.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$273K
Contributions & grants$247K90%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$24K
expenses
Total expenses$250K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$149K
Grants paid out$41K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$200K
Cash$162K
Investments$0
Liabilities$35K
Net assets$165K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +1.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARLENE L DOANE | EXECUTIVE DI | — | $61K |
board members · 9
- CASSONDRA CASWELL — SECRETARY
- JENNIFER MCAVOY — PRESIDENT
- KATRINA MANIERRE — VICE-PRESIDE
- LEE KEPES VAN DE WATER — MEMBER
- MARTHA PICKARD PALMER — MEMBER
- PATRICIA HOGLE — MEMBER
- SANFORD SANDY STAUFFER — MEMBER
- SEAN DESPAW — MEMBER
- STACY MORRISON — TREASURER
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- Akwesasne Farmers Market Partner — Participates in GardenShare's token programs at Generations Park.
- Akwesasne Mohawk People Government — Recognizes the Akwesasne Mohawk People as the traditional stewards of the land on which GardenShare operates and acknowledges their ongoing relationship to the land and food systems.
- AmeriCU Federal Credit Union Partner — Tree Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- Atlantic Testing Partner — Seed Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- B99.3 Partner — Media Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day and live music performer at the event.
- Bill Rapp Chevrolet Partner — Apple Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- Brookfield Renewable Funder — Provided a donation to support GardenShare's operations and programs.
- Canton Farmers Market Partner — Participates in GardenShare's token programs at Village Park.
- Casella Waste Management of NY, Inc. Partner — Organic recycler in St. Lawrence County that partners with food scrap generators to recycle inedible food waste.
- Community Bank Partner — Tree Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Partner — Partnered with GardenShare on events, programs, and educational initiatives related to local food systems.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension of St. Lawrence County Partner — Co-leads the Farm-to-Table Initiative with GardenShare.
- Cornerstone Services Partner — Bushel Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- Corning Foundation Partner — Orchard Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — Tree Sponsor of the 2026 Orchard Adventure Day.
- Gouverneur Farmers Market Partner — Participates in GardenShare's token programs at Village Park.
- Hammond Farmers and Artisans Market Partner — Participates in GardenShare's token programs at 14 Main Street.
- Holiday Auction Partner — Fundraising event involving donated items and community participation, organized annually by GardenShare.
- Nature’s Storehouse Partner — Collaborated with GardenShare on fundraising and food distribution initiatives.
- Organix Recycling Partner — Organic recycler in St. Lawrence County that partners with food scrap generators to recycle inedible food waste.
- Potsdam Farmers Market Partner — Participates in GardenShare's token programs at Ives Park.
- St Lawrence County Government — Primary geographic area of operations and community focus
- St. Lawrence County residents Partner — Engaged as stakeholders in decision-making and food system development
- Stewart’s Holiday Match Grant Funder — Provided grant funding to support GardenShare's programs.
- Venmo Partner — Platform used for processing donations to GardenShare.
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to promote food security and equitable food distribution.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Driven Collaboration for Systems Changemethodology: community-driven collaborationBy uniting diverse stakeholders—including consumers, farmers, low-income individuals, and environmental advocates—in co-creating programs, we produce more resilient and equitable food systems because inclusive collaboration ensures solutions are grounded in community needs and shared ownership.
- Food Justice–Oriented Local Food System Developmentmethodology: food-justice-oriented local food system developmentBy connecting consumers and producers within a locally integrated food system, we advance food security and equity because inclusive governance, removal of structural barriers, and equitable distribution ensure that marginalized communities gain sustainable access to nutritious food. This approach treats food systems as vehicles for justice, not just logistics.
- Integrated Food Access Modelmethodology: integrated food accessBy combining financial incentives, benefits access, education, and community resources into unified programs, we increase food access more effectively than isolated interventions because multiple barriers (affordability, knowledge, systems navigation) are addressed simultaneously.