Bath, Ohio • Est. 2023
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A working farm where people of all abilities grow together — building real skills, real friendships, and a community rooted in respect.our Fall Festival
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Our Story
More than a farm.
A place to belong.
Farming with Friends was founded in 2023 by Tristan and Melanie Griffin in honor of their daughter, Scout. What began as one family's hope grew into something Northeast Ohio didn't know it needed — a farm where people with disabilities and typically-abled volunteers work side-by-side, growing genuine friendships through the honest work of growing things together.Ginnette Simko, Executive Director
How We Work
Three things that make us different
Real Work,
Real Pride
Our participants don't do busy work — they run a farm. Crop production, team leadership. We're pursuing Ohio DODD certification to make these vocational pathways official and sustainable for the long term.
Friendship Across
Every Ability
We don't separate people with disabilities from the rest of the community — we deliberately bring them together. Volunteers don't help participants. They work alongside them. That difference is everything.
Growing Food,
Growing Confidence
Regenerative farming is how we learn, connect, and build practical skills. Together, participants grow fresh food while gaining confidence, independence, and a deeper connection to their community.Big News
Pursuing Ohio DODD Provider Certification
This will expand access to our programs for participants statewide and unlock sustainable funding pathways.Heard from our community
Since working with Farming with Friends, there have been so many positive changes with Joe. He has made friends there and will actually text them himself. His self-esteem has improved. It has just been overall a very positive impact on him.
Working at Farming with Friends has allowed Alex to grow, practice flexibility, and gain so many new skills. Incredible friendships have been developed. The opportunity has been life changing for Alex.
We found something that medicine alone couldn't provide — fresh air, purposeful movement, and a reason to get up each day. Being part of a team supported not just his health, but his confidence, connection, and sense of belonging.
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