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Mission: To break the cycle of incarceration in Washtenaw County and to build strong communities by investing in the employment and development of returning citizens, through farming and agricultural endeavors.
We The People Opportunity Farm (WTPOF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Washtenaw County dedicated to supporting the successful reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals through sustainable agriculture, community engagement, and food justice. Founded in 2015 by “Farmer” Melvin Parson, WTPOF believes in second chances and is working to transform lives—and the soil—by creating meaningful opportunities for returning citizens.
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WTPOF runs a paid internship program for formerly incarcerated individuals that combines hands-on organic farming with education, personal goal-setting, and skill-building from March through October. Interns gain work experience, develop life skills, and reconnect with their community through purposeful labor and mentorship.
Through our No Cost Food Distribution initiative, we also provide free, organically grown produce to underserved community members—distributing over 1,200 pounds of food and connecting with hundreds of neighbors since 2020. Together, these programs address both systemic inequities and food insecurity while building a stronger, more inclusive community.
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