Garden Remedies Eases Melrose Farmers’ Market Budget Pains

The following was submitted by the Melrose Farmers Market:

The Melrose Farmers’ Market is excited to announce a $10,000 donation from Garden Remedies.

The donation is a result of a continuous partnership between the two organizations and a shared interest in locally grown products. “The pandemic has been a double blow to the Market, as we see more SNAP shoppers, but a reduced revenue from vendor fees and fundraising events due to capacity limitations” said Market Board President, Ali DiMatteo. “This generous donation will allow us to focus on doing the work we do, keeping staff intact to help build community and combat food insecurity”. The Market intends to open a more traditional market this June with additional vendors and music.

Founded in 2013, Garden Remedies has operated a medical dispensary in Melrose since 2018 and now serves both medical and recreational clients. Its cannabis products are grown formulated, tested and packaged entirely in MA. Both the Melrose Farmers Market and Garden Remedies are women led organizations.

The Melrose Farmers’ Market has served the Melrose community for over 25 years, and is open Thursdays from June through October. The Market currently offers a year-round SNAP match to shoppers through two vendors during the current off-season. As a nonprofit organization, the Melrose Farmers Market relies on its donors to support its programs and allow it to grow. Its mission is to provide all Melrose-area residents with the opportunity to buy and learn about nutritious, locally grown foods.