One of our important programs of the Many Hands Sustainability Center is the hiring of at-risk populations. Historically we have hired a recovering addict or a troubled institutionalized teen as a major farm staff member.
For years we have had a close working relationship with the Stetson School in Barre. Every Monday two volunteers and a staff member come to work on the farm, experience hard work and responsibility, and have lunch with us.
From time to time we hire a Stetson School trainee who has graduated high school, but hasn’t left yet. In 2025 we employed Justin full-time and he became an essential member of the farm staff as well as Julie’s farming partner.
Brandon also comes every Saturday and some holidays to work. These two young men have learned much here and we are proud to have met and employed them.
Hear what Justin had to say about his time here on the farm
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This year we have our eyes on an adult who needs an opportunity for a constant income, and who has incredible talent and work ethic. With your support we will be able to offer him a position here on the farm for the 2026 farming season.