Who Are We?
A 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization founded by Rohrbach's Farm. It's our mission to provide farm & agricultural-based learning & social experiences that are accessible, affordable & relevant. Each experience should equip & enrich individuals as well as our greater community. Click here to meet our Board of Directors.
2025 Was A Busy Year!
As we reflect on 2025, what stands out most is not any single program, but the people behind them. The work of Seeds of the Future, alongside Rohrbach’s Farm, was made possible through the steady commitment of volunteers, generous community support, and meaningful partnerships with schools, nonprofits, businesses, and local organizations. With more than 200 volunteer hours logged, we were reminded again and again that agricultural education is strongest when it is shared work—neighbors learning, teaching, and serving together.
With that collective support, all four of our 2025 goals were met. Volunteers and partner organizations helped us host seven social and learning experiences for guests with special needs and abilities, reach more than 6,200 children and nearly 1,000 adults with agricultural education, and create a Community Pollinator Garden that quickly became a place of beauty, learning, and accessibility. This garden is a true example of what can happen when many hands contribute—through donated time, materials, expertise, and encouragement—with even more educational features planned for 2026.
Throughout the year, Seeds of the Future worked alongside schools, libraries, museums, youth programs, and educators to bring agriculture education both into classrooms and onto the farm. Together, we offered literacy programs, family planting events, farm visits, after school STEAM experiences, summer reading and learning sessions, ESL field trips, and support for Future Farmers of America students. These efforts reached learners from preschool through high school across 17 schools in our region. We are deeply grateful to everyone who gave their time, talents, and trust to this work. We invite you to read the full report to better see how much of this impact belongs to the wider community that made it possible.
With that collective support, all four of our 2025 goals were met. Volunteers and partner organizations helped us host seven social and learning experiences for guests with special needs and abilities, reach more than 6,200 children and nearly 1,000 adults with agricultural education, and create a Community Pollinator Garden that quickly became a place of beauty, learning, and accessibility. This garden is a true example of what can happen when many hands contribute—through donated time, materials, expertise, and encouragement—with even more educational features planned for 2026.
Throughout the year, Seeds of the Future worked alongside schools, libraries, museums, youth programs, and educators to bring agriculture education both into classrooms and onto the farm. Together, we offered literacy programs, family planting events, farm visits, after school STEAM experiences, summer reading and learning sessions, ESL field trips, and support for Future Farmers of America students. These efforts reached learners from preschool through high school across 17 schools in our region. We are deeply grateful to everyone who gave their time, talents, and trust to this work. We invite you to read the full report to better see how much of this impact belongs to the wider community that made it possible.
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Why Did We Start "Seeds of the Future?"
Over the past several years, Rohrbach's Farm has become a gathering place for families & their children. Through fun & affordable events, we have helped thousands of people encounter agriculture in a very tangible & real way. In 2023, we had 2,199 children visit our farm through school trips, day camp field trips, summer workshops, Agriculture Camp, events & more. This number doesn't include secondary attendees such as teachers, parents & caregivers.
It has been our passion to educate the community on agriculture & the value of it in our community, country & the world at large. This non-profit allows us to better focus that passion & create more opportunities to engage our community. We desire to connect children & youth with their local farm & make life long healthy food choices.
It has been our passion to educate the community on agriculture & the value of it in our community, country & the world at large. This non-profit allows us to better focus that passion & create more opportunities to engage our community. We desire to connect children & youth with their local farm & make life long healthy food choices.
We Have A Special Place for our Special Needs Friends
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Our Special Needs & All Abilities friends have always been very welcome at our Farm. Over the years, we have hosted several events just for them, such as Friendsgiving, Cooking Classes, a fun & free night just for them & their families in our Fall Playland! In 2026, thanks to a generous donation from Matilda's Heart, Seeds Of The Future has several events planned. Stay tuned for details!
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Events & Gatherings
We have several "Special Friends" gatherings throughout the year! These gatherings are designed for our special needs & all abilities friends who are 12 years old and older. They are designed to be opportunities for social connections while having fun. There will be good food as well as meaningful and hands-on activities! Guests can be checked in or caregivers and guardians are welcome to stay! We will publish these events on our facebook page. Click here for a flyer with all of our events for 2026.
Fundraisers
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Join us Friday, April 10, from 5:30–7:00 PM for a cheesy good time in support of a great cause! Your $35 ticket includes an all-out Nacho Bar, desserts, fountain drinks, music, and raffle baskets. And here’s the real kicker—missing Big Dan’s this winter? The Nacho Bar is catered by Big Dan’s, so you’ll get a taste of the season before they officially open. Bragging rights included. Click here for tickets.
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You’re invited to an inspiring afternoon of fellowship, tea, and delicious food in the cozy loft at Rohrbach’s, beautifully catered by Catering for You. Guests will enjoy a brief presentation highlighting the mission of Seeds of the Future, with a portion of the event proceeds supporting their work. Space is limited, so we encourage you to reserve your spot today!
Here is a list of suggested items that support our programs and events throughout the year. Guests are welcome to bring an item to the Spring Tea if they wish, though participation is entirely optional. |
Baby Wipes |
Construction Paper |
Paint Brushes (all sizes) |
Leftover paint |
Brown Bags (new; all sizes) |
Brown Bags (used if clean) |
New acrylic paint (kid safe) |
Baggies (pint & quart size) |
Flower Pots (New or used; all sizes) |
Magazines (especially food or animals |
Case of small bottles of water |
Glue sticks |
Or, you can order any item from our Amazon wishlist.
Would You Like To Donate?
Seeds Of The Future is made entirely possible by generous donations & grant funding. All of your donations
are applied directly to funding for programs. We are a 501(c)(3) organization, donations are tax deductible to the
full extent permitted by law. Click below to make a safe & secure online donation.
are applied directly to funding for programs. We are a 501(c)(3) organization, donations are tax deductible to the
full extent permitted by law. Click below to make a safe & secure online donation.
If you prefer, you can also mail a check to 240 Southern Drive, Catawissa, PA, ATTN: Seeds Of The Future.
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We also have an Amazon wishlist. You can support the work we do through tax deductible in-kind donations. If you need a receipt for an amazon purchase, please email us to request one.
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Some Photos of Our Events...
