Massaro Community Farm

What Massaro Community Farm does

Massaro Community Farm (MCF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit certified organic vegetable farm operating on a 57-acre parcel in Woodbridge, Connecticut, leased from the Town of Woodbridge through 2049. Originally established by Italian immigrants John and Mary Massaro in 1916 as a dairy farm, the property was deeded to the Town in 2007 and reactivated as a nonprofit farming operation in 2010, with the present-day entity formed in 2008. Approximately 15 acres are in active vegetable and flower production, 5 acres in pasture, and 30+ acres in woods and wetlands with a public nature trail.

The farm produces USDA Certified Organic vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs, strawberries, eggs, and honey, certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers using regenerative and climate-smart practices. Its product portfolio is structured around three primary direct-to-consumer channels: Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) subscriptions (10- or 20-week shares with sliding-scale pricing from $520 to $995, available for on-farm pickup in Woodbridge or delivery to a partner site in New Haven), a self-service farmstand with EBT acceptance, and three regional farmers markets (Edgewood Park, Q House, Wooster Square). Wholesale and donation channels round out the model, with produce supplied to local restaurants and at least 10% of annual harvest donated to 20+ hunger relief organizations across the Greater New Haven and Naugatuck Valley region.

MCF generates revenue through CSA subscriptions, farmstand and farmers market sales, restaurant wholesale, educational programming (summer camp, homeschool, after-school, field trips, school vacation days, Little Sprouts, beekeeping workshops), corporate team-building under the Give & Grow program, farm venue rentals, annual fundraising events (Dinner on the Farm, Celebrate Spring, Rock to Rock, Halloween Hoopla, Sip and Sunflowers), and tax-deductible donations and memberships. The organization is governed by a 13-member Board of Directors and led by Executive Director/Farm Director Steve Munno, with a staff of approximately 11-50 spanning farm operations, greenhouse and CSA management, education coordination, and donation logistics. Cumulative impact includes more than 100,000 pounds of produce donated and thousands of students hosted since 2010.

Name

Massaro Community Farm

Legal name

Massaro Community Farm, Inc.

Website

https://massarofarm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Massaro Community Farm is a 501(c)3 nonprofit certified organic vegetable farm in Woodbridge, CT that sells produce via CSA, farmstand, and farmers markets while donating 10%+ of harvest to 20+ hunger relief partners and running youth and corporate educational programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Supported Agriculture / Nonprofit Organic Farm

NAICS

Other Crop Farming (1119)

SIC

Agricultural Production-Crops (100)

akta.pro primary industry

Farm-to-Consumer Produce Boxes / CSA Delivery (AFAIANAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Farmers’ Markets & Farm Stands (Fresh Food) (CRAHAHAE), Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (Fair Trade, Food Access, Regenerative) (BPAGALAD), Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (BPAGAGAI)

Keywords

• Organic vegetable farming
• Community supported agriculture
• Youth farm education
• Produce donation program
• Corporate team building

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodbridge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. CSA Subscriptions: Community Supported Agriculture subscriptions with 10 or 20 week options. Primary distribution channel for produce, flowers and eggs. Includes on-farm pickup and New Haven delivery options.
2. Farm Stand Sales: Self-service farmstand open Saturdays (July-December) and Fridays (January-June). Sells seasonal certified organic produce, eggs, honey, jarred products, frozen pesto, and merchandise.
3. Farmers Market Sales: Attends multiple farmers markets in New Haven area including Edgewood Park, Q House, and Wooster Square markets. Sells seasonal produce and jarred products.
4. Produce Donations: Commits to donating at least 10% of annual harvest to local health, human service and hunger relief organizations. Cost of donating produce is over $25,000 per year, funded through donations.
5. Educational Programs: Revenue from after school programs, summer camp, homeschool programs, school vacation days, field trips, and workshops. Pricing varies by program type.
6. Membership and Donations: 501(c)3 nonprofit organization accepting individual donations, memberships ($50+), business sponsorships, and legacy funds. Donations are tax-deductible.
7. Event Venue Rental: Rent the Farm program offers Learning Garden Pavilion, Nature Trail, and Lawn for private events including bridal showers, birthday parties, picnics, and business meetings.
8. Corporate Team Building (Give & Grow): Day of service/team building programs for corporate groups. Donations requested based on group size: $750 (5-20 people), $1,500 (21-40), $3,000 (41-60), $5,000+ (60+).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Massaro Community Farm is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit USDA Certified Organic vegetable farm operating a 57-acre property in Woodbridge, Connecticut. It sells certified organic produce through CSA subscriptions, an on-site farm stand, and farmers markets, while delivering farm-based youth education, summer camp, event venue rental, and a produce donation program serving regional hunger relief organizations. The farm funds its operations through membership fees, individual and corporate donations, sponsorships, and program revenue.

Product overview

Massaro Community Farm is a nonprofit certified organic vegetable farm offering a diversified portfolio of products and programs. The core agricultural products include Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) subscriptions (10 or 20-week seasonal produce shares), a self-service farm stand, and farmers market sales, supplemented by a produce donations program giving at least 10% of harvest to hunger relief. The farm's educational programs include youth programming (after school, homeschool, summer camp, school vacation days, field trips, and Little Sprouts for ages 2-5), workshops (beekeeping, pickling), and corporate team building (Give & Grow). Event offerings include venue rentals, Celebrate Spring, Halloween Hoopla, Rock to Rock, Sip and Sunflowers, and Dinner on the Farm. The farm also offers a membership program for community support and engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CSA Subscription (Summer and Autumn) Seasonal subscription program delivering USDA certified organic vegetables and other farm products to subscriber households on a weekly basis. A 20-week summer share runs from June through October, with a 10-week autumn share following. Sliding-scale pricing includes Solidarity, Market, Supporter, and Contributor tiers. Pickup is available on-farm in Woodbridge or at New Haven delivery locations. Serves 300+ families annually.
• On-Site Farm Stand Seasonal farm stand located on the Woodbridge property operating May through October, selling USDA certified organic produce directly to walk-in customers on a pay-what-you-can basis. Offers a wide selection of vegetables alongside eggs, honey, seedlings, and other farm products.
• Farmers Markets Participation in regional farmers markets including CitySeed Wooster Square, Edgewood Park, and Wooster Square weekend markets, selling USDA certified organic produce directly to consumers.
• Restaurant and Wholesale Produce Sales Wholesale and restaurant channel sales of USDA certified organic produce to local restaurants and food businesses in the New Haven area.
• Corporate Team Building Two-hour on-site team-building experiences for corporate groups, where employees work alongside the farm crew on produce harvesting, packing, and farm maintenance. Sessions are priced per person with a minimum of 12 participants per booking. Geared toward local businesses seeking socially responsible group activities.
• Farm Event Venue Rental Rental of the farm's barn and grounds for private events including weddings, corporate gatherings, and milestone celebrations. Available April through November with capacity for up to 150 guests and parking for approximately 100 cars. Provides indoor and outdoor spaces with on-site food and beverage options.
• Summer Camp Multi-week summer day camp program for children ages 5–14, combining outdoor farm activity, animal exposure, and agricultural education. Offers sliding-scale pricing, sibling discounts, and multi-week discounts. Operates on the Woodbridge farm property.
• Farm-Based Education Programs (Field Trips and Youth Programs) School field trips and youth education programs for Pre-K through 12th-grade students, focused on where food comes from, sustainable agriculture, and the natural environment. Reaches 1,000+ students annually.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000+ pounds of produce donated since 2010
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Jones ApiariescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMassaro works in partnership with Jones Apiaries to host hands-on beekeeping workshops for hobbyist beekeepers throughout the growing season. Workshops are led by veteran beekeeper and former CT Beekeepers Association president Ted Jones. Sessions cover all aspects of managing honeybees from installing nucs/packages to feeding and treating for mites.
• Off Center FarmsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner farm providing dahlia bouquets for the Flower Add On program during the second 6 weeks of the 12-week flower subscription.
• Two Meadow FarmsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner farm providing dahlia bouquets for the Flower Add On program during the second 6 weeks of the 12-week flower subscription.
• High Hill OrchardsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides fruit for the Fruit Add On option in the CSA program. Fruit includes blueberries, peaches, melons, paw paws, apples, pears, and apple cider throughout the season.
• Big Green Truck PizzasupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerFood truck vendor that sets up at the farm one Tuesday per month during the CSA season. Provides food option for CSA members and visitors. Events from June through November.
• Connecticut Foodshare (CT Food Bank)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor hunger relief partner receiving produce donations from the farm. One of 20+ partner agencies in the Greater New Haven and Naugatuck Valley region.
• Town of WoodbridgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProperty owner and collaborative partner. The 57-acre farm property was deeded to the Town of Woodbridge in conservation easement in 2007. The nonprofit leases the property for 20 years (extended through 2049) and operates the farm without town funding.
• Ascent (New Haven)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew Haven location for CSA distribution. CSA pickup available at Ascent on Wednesdays from 3:30pm-7:30pm, starting June 17, 2026.
• Baystate Organic CertifierscoreTechnology or IntegrationUSDA-accredited certifying agency that provides organic certification for the farm's vegetables, fruit, flowers, and seedlings.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture: Nonprofit working farm in Pocantico Hills, NY that combines regenerative organic agriculture, youth education, and CSA-style distribution. Highly comparable to Massaro as a mission-driven farm blending food production, education, and community programming, though at much larger scale.
• The Food Project: Massachusetts-based nonprofit that grows organic produce on multiple farms, runs CSA programs, donates substantial produce to hunger relief, and employs youth in farming. Directly comparable to Massaro across CSA, hunger-relief donations, and youth education.
• Waltham Fields Community Farm: Nonprofit organic farm in Waltham, MA operating a CSA, farm stand, hunger-relief donation program, and youth/educational programming. Closely mirrors Massaro's diversified nonprofit model on a similar acreage scale.
• Glynwood Center for Agriculture & Food: Nonprofit farm in Cold Spring, NY focused on regenerative agriculture, food access, and farmer training with a CSA and educational programming. Comparable as a Northeast nonprofit farm combining organic production with community programming.
• Hawthorne Valley Farm: Biodynamic/nonprofit farm in Ghent, NY running a 200+-member CSA, farm store, education programs, and food-access initiatives. Closely aligned with Massaro across CSA, on-farm education, retail, and donations.
• Roxbury Farm: Certified organic CSA farm in Kinderhook, NY (now affiliated with the Carey Institute) operating a large multi-pickup CSA and educational programming. Directly comparable CSA + education model at slightly larger scale.
• Caretaker Farm: Small certified organic CSA farm in Williamstown, MA with a long-running CSA, on-farm events, and an educational focus. Closely comparable as a small-acreage organic CSA farm with community programming.
• Shelburne Farms: Nonprofit education-focused farm in Shelburne, VT on a historic estate with farm-based education programs and sustainable agriculture. Comparable to Massaro's educational and stewardship orientation at a larger estate scale.
• Poughkeepsie Farm Project: Nonprofit farm in Poughkeepsie, NY operating a CSA, hunger-relief donations, and youth/educational programming on leased land. Closely aligned with Massaro across CSA, food justice, and youth education at comparable acreage.

Others

• Local Line: Software platform serving CSA farms and food hubs with online ordering, CSA management, and distribution tools. Adjacent enabler rather than direct competitor; included because Massaro and similar small CSA farms increasingly use such platforms to scale CSA operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/massarofarm
• Instagraminstagram.com/massarocommunityfarm
• Xx.com/MassaroFarm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/massaro-community-farm

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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