named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Farm Stand
Boutique farm stand selling farm-grown produce and goods from over 70 local artisans; proceeds support the farm’s charitable mission.
Farm Volunteer Program
Engages individuals and groups in planting, harvesting, washing, and packing fresh produce for donation to local food pantries and community organizations.
Summer Soirée
Annual fundraising event featuring live music, local food and drink, and a silent auction, with all proceeds supporting the farm’s work.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Distribution of fresh, organically grown produce to food-insecure communitiesDistributes fresh, organically grown produce weekly to families, seniors, and children in need through food pantries and community organizations across the East End of Long Island, from Amagansett to Hampton Bays. Since 2010, the organization has donated over 140 tons of produce, including more than 60,000 pounds in 2025 alone.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Hosting fundraising events to support fresh produce distributionHosts annual fundraising events such as the Summer Soirée at EECO Farm in East Hampton, featuring live music, locally sourced food and drink, and silent auctions. The 2025 event raised over $50,000 to support the farm's mission of distributing fresh, nutritious produce.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Operation of a farm stand to generate financial support for produce donation programsOperates a farm stand at 55 Long Lane in East Hampton featuring produce grown on-site and goods from over 70 local farmers, bakers, makers, and artisans. Proceeds from sales provide financial support for growing and donating fresh, organic produce to communities in need.
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Community-Based Urban Agriculture 1 activity
- Operation of volunteer-driven farm activities for produce cultivation and donationEngages volunteers in planting, harvesting, washing, and packing fresh produce—including garlic and tomatoes—for donation to local food pantries and community partners. These volunteer events are central to the farm’s production and distribution model.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$562K
Contributions & grants$290K52%
Program service revenue$271K48%
Investment income$7710%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$500K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$249K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$326K
Cash$300K
Investments$16K
Liabilities$14K
Net assets$311K
Liquid reserves7.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +37.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATT QUIRK | Director | 40 | $64K |
| MEREDITH ARM | Executive Dir. | 40 | $64K |
board members · 4
- IRA BEZOZA — Treasurer
- JESSE WELLEN — Director
- MAX PLESSET — Director
- STEVEN SHACHAT — Secretary
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- 70 local farmers, bakers, makers, and artisans Partner — Suppliers of specialty goods featured at the Share the Harvest Farm Stand
- Aki’s Kitchen Partner — Partnership through Aki Goldberg of Aki’s Kitchen serving on the Advisory Board.
- Children's Museum of the East End Partner — Community partner receiving produce donations from Share the Harvest Farm.
- EAST + PALM Partner — Partnership through Madison Powell of EAST + PALM serving on the Advisory Board.
- EECO Farm Partner — Host site for the annual Summer Soirée fundraising event.
- EECO Farm Partner — Hosts the annual Summer Soirée event at its location in East Hampton.
- Jesse Wellen Partner — Board member and operator of Green Thumb Farm, indicating a partnership through shared agricultural leadership.
- Ocean Fog Farm Partner — Partnership through May Zegarelli of Ocean Fog Farm serving on the Advisory Board.
- Springs Food Pantry Partner — Receives weekly donations of fresh, organic produce from Share the Harvest Farm.
- Summer Soirée Partner — Seasonal fundraising event supporting Share The Harvest Farm's operations.
- The Retreat Partner — Receives monthly donations of produce, bread, and flowers from Share the Harvest Farm to support survivors rebuilding their lives.
- Whitmore’s Partner — Connection through Mariah Whitmore, CEO of Whitmore’s, serving on the Board of Directors.
- childcare centers Partner — Distributes harvested produce to childcare centers
- community partners Partner — Receives donated fresh produce from Share The Harvest Farm on the East End.
- local food pantries Partner — Distributes harvested produce to local food pantries
- local food pantries Partner — Receives donated fresh produce from Share The Harvest Farm.
- local food pantries Partner — Receives donated fresh, organic produce from the organization.
- rag & bone Partner — Hosts a fundraising event where 15% of proceeds benefit Share the Harvest Farm.
- senior housing communities Partner — Distributes harvested produce to senior housing communities
- shelters Partner — Distributes harvested produce to shelters
strategies · 2
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.
- Dignity-Centered Food Donation 152 orgsmethodology: dignity-centered donationBy providing high-quality, fresh produce that meets the same standard as food grown for personal consumption, the organization increases nutritional intake and upholds client dignity, because receiving food of equal quality to what donors consume reduces stigma and supports equitable access.shared approach: Client-Choice Model →
- Community-Engaged Production Modelmethodology: community-engaged agricultureBy integrating volunteer labor and community partnerships into agricultural operations, the organization amplifies food production and strengthens local ownership, because community participation increases both output and engagement in food security efforts.