MFFMC PROGRAM
MISSION: FOOD FOREST
MILITARY CHILDREN PROGRAM
The Mission: Food Forest Military Children (MFFMC) Program is dedicated to empowering military children through hands-on engagement and education in sustainable food systems. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by military families, the program fosters resilience, connection, and well-being by involving children in gardening, food cultivation, and environmental stewardship. In addition to teaching valuable skills in sustainability, the MFFMC Program advocates for inclusive outdoor spaces that accommodate families of children with special needs, ensuring that all military children have access to enriching, nature-based experiences that promote growth, learning, and a sense of belonging.
HANDS-ON GARDENING & SUSTANABILITY EDUCATION
Provide interactive gardening workshops, seasonal planting projects, and farm-to-table experiences tailored for military children. These activities teach sustainability, nutrition, and self-sufficiency while fostering a connection to nature and a sense of community.
INCLUSIVE OUTDOOR PLAY & LEARNING SPACES
Advocate for and help develop accessible garden spaces designed to accommodate children with special needs. This includes sensory-friendly garden designs, adaptive gardening tools, and structured outdoor activities that promote engagement for all abilities.
FAMILY & SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS FOR FOOD EDUCATION
Offer resources, curriculum support, and partnerships with military base schools, homeschool groups, and child development centers to integrate food education into everyday learning. This could include take-home gardening kits, virtual learning modules, and collaborative school garden projects.
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COLOR AND LEARN!
Explore the joy of gardening, foraging, farming, and sustainable living through our kid-friendly coloring book! Designed for children of all ages, this book features clean, easy-to-color illustrations that celebrate nature, food education, and military-connected families. Whether you're planting seeds, spotting bees, or learning about composting, each page inspires creativity while teaching the value of growing your own food. Download, print, and color your way through the mission!
