Garden Volunteers Needed this Summer in Machias

Are you looking for a fun and meaningful summer volunteer experience? Do you love gardening and playing in the dirt with friends and neighbors, or want to learn gardening skills? Come dig in with us at the Downeast Restorative Harvest Garden! 🌱

We're looking for volunteers Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8–10 a.m., all summah long!

The Downeast Restorative Harvest (DERH) is a community farm initiative led by Healthy Acadia in partnership with the Washington County Jail, Department of Corrections, local organizations, and our community members. The farm focuses on providing healthy, locally grown vegetables, fruits, and herbs directly to the county jail’s kitchen, while also supporting food assistance programs throughout the region.

Located at 73 Broadway, Machias, the farm engages incarcerated individuals, people in recovery, agricultural experts, and volunteers in many aspects of food production. Participants gain hands-on experience, develop job-ready skills, and benefit from the therapeutic value of working outdoors and connecting directly with where our food comes from.

The Downeast Restorative Harvest is more than a source of fresh vegetables—it’s a space for growth, healing, and opportunity. It helps foster confidence, responsibility, and a sense of purpose among participants while preparing them for successful reentry into the workforce and community. By strengthening local food systems and empowering individuals through meaningful work, the farm is cultivating resilience and lasting positive change in Washington County.

Be a part of Downeast Restorative Harvest! Grow food for our shared community, soak up the sun, and connect with great people! No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm!

To sign up or learn more email Jasmine.Haines@healthyacadia.org.