Williams Farm – Athens Land Trust

Located just one mile from downtown Athens at 235 Northside Drive, the Williams Farm is an oasis in the city that has served many purposes to meet community needs.

In recent years ALT staff, community members, and volunteers have worked together to grow produce to address food insecurity in Athens. In partnership with with the Clarke County School District (CCSD) Office of Family and Community Engagement, Athens Land Trust has worked to stock school food pantries with fresh local, produce in four local elementary schools.

“The partnership with [Athens Land Trust] is in full swing and going great! Our families have been thrilled to have fresh produce and we're very grateful that we can work with ALT to help combat food insecurity in the community and get produce into the hands of families who may otherwise not have access to fresh foods."

Sarah Halstead

Family Engagement Specialist, Clarke County School District

The Williams Farm has a three-part mission

Grow and market affordable produce to community residents and businesses, utilizing organic and sustainable production methods to generate a self-sustaining income.

Serve as a model whereby the community will be able to learn about the importance of sustainable farming, healthy diets, and the value of smart and equitable land use.

Provide employment and skill-building opportunities to underserved youth and underrepresented communities while contributing to the local economy.