The ABFM is all about food. But it’s also about the life of our communities, and what makes them vibrant and stimulating. We provide space each week for local community organizations to share their good work with our shoppers.
Acton Conservation Trust
September 7th
The Acton Conservation Trust is a non-profit, non-governmental organization devoted to the preservation of open space in Acton. As a land trust, we can hold permanent conservation easements, accept gifts of land, accept tax-deductible gifts to be used for open space preservation, and purchase land for conservation purposes. We also provide education to landowners about various options for preservation. Founded in 1962, ACT has 8 trustees and over 300 member families.
Acton Food Pantry
July 20th
Acton Food Pantry is committed to alleviating food insecurity in our area by partnering with the community to provide access to food with care, dignity, and respect. Established in 1984, we are a 501 (c)(3).
https://www.actonfoodpantry.org/
Acton Memorial Library
Stories Connect Us
July 13th
At the Acton Libraries, stories connect us. Our collections, programs, services, and technology promote and celebrate community and civic engagement through open and equitable access to cultural, informational, recreational, and shared resources.
Acton Water District
The Acton Water District is a community public water system that delivers high quality drinking water to the majority (about 95%) of the residents of the town of Acton, Massachusetts. All the water provided by the District comes from 24 wells located within town. The District’s system consists of approximately 135 miles of water main, four storage tanks, and four treatment facilities that assist in the production of high-quality finished water. The Acton Water District is a municipal entity separate from the Town of Acton chartered by the Massachusetts Legislature’s Acts of 1912.
Boston Area Gleaners
August 17th
Boston Area Gleaners is committed to supporting an equitable, just, and sustainable local food system. We fulfill our mission by building innovative partnerships with local organizations and businesses in order to bridge food distribution gaps, improve healthy food access, prevent on-farm food waste, and create new markets for locally grown produce.
Elders Climate Action Massachusetts
Protecting Our Planet for Future Generations
June 29th
Elders Climate Action Massachusetts mobilizes elders and society to address the climate crisis while there is still time to protect the well-being of our grandchildren and future generations.
EnergizeActon.org
for a better future starting now!
June 29th and August 24th
EnergizeActon.org is dedicated to helping the community implement a clean energy future and ensure a healthy, resilient environment through education, support, and website resources that offer Acton residents concrete ideas to reduce carbon emissions. Co-sponsored by the Town of Acton Sustainability Office and the Acton Climate Coalition, the interactive website allows you to mark climate efforts already taken, learn about other actions, and connect with support people such as Acton’s free Clean Energy Coaches.
Foster/Adopt MA
Department of Children and Families
July 13th
DCF works in partnership with families and communities to keep children safe from abuse and neglect. When necessary, DCF provides foster care or finds new permanent families for children through kinship, guardianship or adoption. Foster parents give children a safe, nurturing and stable place for healing and an extended family to lean on until they can return to their own home. Learn how you can open your heart and home to a child in need: https://www.mass.gov/foster-care
Friends of Acton Community Dog Park
August 10th
Friends of Acton Community Dog Park supports – and will help maintain -- the dog park being constructed at 348 Main Street in Acton. Dog parks promote health and well-being; decrease social isolation; encourage acceptable dog behavior and responsible dog ownership; reduce the number of dogs in shelters; increase home values; and promote a sense of community. Check out our plans, learn how you can participate, and pick up some free treats for Fido!
ActonDogPark.weebly.com
Green Acton
July 6th
Check out Green Acton at the ABFM Community Table! We are the “umbrella” environmental 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Acton that works to address enviro concerns through teams working on Biodiversity, Energy, Land Use, Materials, Plastics, Toxics/Pesticides, and Water issues. From education and action on climate, water quality, and sustainable yard/garden care to FixIt Clinics, Clean-up Week, and the preservation of trees, Green Acton is on it! Please share your concerns, interest, and ideas with us.
League of Women Voters
Democracy is NOT a spectator sport
September 21st
The LWV-Acton Area is a non-partisan, grassroots organization in Massachusetts that supports and opposes issues, but not candidates or political parties. Our charter is to protect voters, educate and engage voters, reform money in politics and defend the environment. The League is open to women and men over the age of 16 who want to make democracy work. The League works at national, state and local levels to influence policy through civic education and advocacy.
Live For Liv Foundation
August 24th
The LIVE FOR LIV FOUNDATION honors the memory of Olivia Marchand by continuing the joy, love & dedication Olivia brought to every moment. She worked hard to always grow and to create positive change in her own life. We embrace that for ourselves & encourage the same for our world community. The Foundation’s funds are used to educate young people about domestic violence and any forms of bullying and non-compassion whether to others or themselves. We also support efforts to protect and help those affected by violence.
Live, Laugh, Love.
Mothers Out Front Acton
August 3rd
We lift voices of those who care for and nurture children so that we are heeded by those in power. We focus resources on communities suffering injustice from racism, fossil fuels and climate change.
SuAsCo Wild and Scenic River Stewardship Council
June 15th
The Stewardship Council (RSC) was established to coordinate the conservation of the 29-mile Wild and Scenic River segment of the Sudbury, Assabet and Concord Rivers. The Council functions as an official advisory committee to the National Park Service on federal permits affecting the rivers' outstanding resources. The Council also raises awareness of the rivers through events and publications, including RiverFest, an annual celebration of the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers, and facilitates efforts to preserve and improve river resources.
The Acton Exchange
The Acton Exchange, Acton’s Local News Source
June 22nd
The Acton Exchange is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Its mission is to
provide relevant and accurate news to the Acton community through its free subscription web based weekly newspaper, covering Acton community
events.
We are committed to publish accurate, nonpartisan, credible reporting, drivenby facts, not opinions.
The Acton Exchange is an all-volunteer effort, empowered by the amazing
talents Acton residents as writers, editors, technologists, community-
organizers and donors.
https://www.actonexchange.org/
Town of Acton Sustainability Office
August 10th
The Town of Acton’s Sustainability Office works to pursue and promote actions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prioritize climate-resilient infrastructure and spaces, enhance nature-based solutions, and advance the community towards a clean and equitable energy future. Stop by our table to learn about our free Clean Energy Coaching program, Acton Power Choice Green, reducing your energy use, and more!
Town of Acton, MA
(978) 929-6529
actonma.gov/sustainability