Plant a Row

United Way has an idea for a way to use your green thumb to feed hungry residents in the Marshfield area this summer and fall. This spring when you plant your garden, plant an extra row of vegetables.  Then, when it’s time to harvest, donate the fruits of your labor to our community pantries.  Your efforts will put food on the table for families and provide them that building block to a good life they might not otherwise have had.

We don’t want to be over flowing with zucchini and tomatoes.  Please follow the suggested guide below when planting.

If your birthday falls on an even date (example: April 14) plant: onions, leafy greens (such as lettuce or spinach), broccoli, carrots, melons, squash or zucchini.

If your birthday falls on an odd date (example: May 1) plant: peas, rhubarb, beans, beets, cucumbers, cauliflower, pumpkins or tomatoes.

So, as you harvest your garden, take the vegetables from your extra row to your local food pantry (for locations and hours,
dial 2-1-1).

Submit your favorite recipe using fresh fruits and vegetables.  We will compile recipes, and provide to the food pantries to include as they distribute food. 

Read more about Plant a Row on our blog: Inside Marshfield Area United Way.