Adults with special needs are learning basic living skills, gardening, cooking and more through a daytime program on a North Alabama farm.
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I am humbled and honored to have been nominated as one of Redstone Federal Credit Union’s Community Champion Award recipients. Thank you to all who have supported and encouraged this vision along the way, but the individuals of NEXT STEP FARMS are the true champions! Their growth, their gained independence, their persistence, their pride and
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There are so many ways that the local community and community abroad can support the mission of Next Step Farms. Check out our August update to see ways that YOU can jump in!
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Happy HOT July!! Though warm, life on the farm could not be ANY better!! Our individuals are showing personal growth in all avenues. They are each perfecting their own interests and strengths and it is a BEAUTIFUL thing to watch!! Personal growth leads to confidence, confidence leads to feeling valued, and having a sense of
Robin Kramer is the heart and soul behind Next Step Farms, a nonprofit in Madison County that helps adults with special needs learn life skills through farming. As the founder and CEO, Robin brings her 25 years of experience as a special education teacher to create a unique, hands-on learning environment.
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A BIG Next Step Farms “Thank You!” to everyone who participated in this year’s hot dog eating contest sponsored by Tastee’s!
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If you want to eat unlimited hot dogs this weekend, we’ve found the perfect place for you! On Saturday, the 2nd annual Hot Dog Eating Contest, presented by Tastee’s and Next Step Farms, will return to Huntsville. This year’s event will be held at the Monrovia Community Center from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Things are growing on the farm! Our 30 raised beds are flourishing with vegetables! We are excited about harvesting our crops within the next few weeks and months! In the orchard area, we added fig trees, peach trees, and raspberries! We do not expect fruit from these beauties this year, but we have beat the
It is hard to believe that yet another month has come to a close! We have raised a part of our barn, built a garden shed, planted 30 raised beds, added goats and a dog to our flock, and made new friends (both two legged and four legged)! Special thanks to Wilson Lumber Caring Team,
March has blown right by!! We have had an amazing month!! See Page 4 for highlights from our successful 4th Annual Golf Tournament. We are also now full LAH/ID waiver providers, and we have added two part-time staff members. Please meet Beth Keys and Amanda DiMuzio: Beth Keys is a long-time Madison County resident, mother
