Transforming lives and strengthening our community by creating meaningful opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities through innovative vocational training, sustainable agriculture, and community engagement
Key Programs & Services:
Comprehensive vocational training in agriculture, greenhouse operations, and hospitality
Year-round produce cultivation in 8 state-of-the-art greenhouses using hydroponics
Agritourism education programs for schools and community groups
Supportive on-campus housing promoting independence
Community recreation facilities (athletic fields, orchards, seasonal pumpkin patches)
Key Achievements:
2025 IU Health Community Impact Investment Fund Grant recipient – securing major funding for our Hub Building and vocational training launch
Strategic partnership with Purdue University for greenhouse design, construction, and operations
25-acre campus development in Zionsville creating a sustainable model combining job training, food production, education, and recreation
Impact:
Creating meaningful employment pathways for adults with intellectual disabilities
Providing fresh, locally-grown produce for area residents
Offering hands-on agricultural education connecting youth to food sources
Building community through shared recreational spaces and agritourism experiences
Fostering independence through comprehensive training and supportive housing options