The Rotary Club of Lamorinda Sunrise (LSR) thrives on identifying problems within our community and partnering with community organizations to create solutions that benefit all. Therefore, when Jack Cortis and Kim Overaa, Master Gardeners in Contra Costa County, California presented their vision of developing Family Harvest Farm (Family Harvest), a model sustainable farm that supports transitioning foster youth, it was almost a certain conclusion that our club would participate.
Youth aging out of foster care are extremely vulnerable, forced to leave homes at 18 years. Many have been abused, shuttled from one home to another, suffer from drug and alcohol dependency, and lack the support of a stable family structure. With a little help, these young people can transition into the adult world and become productive, healthy, and happy citizens.
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