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Come grow with World Hunger Relief’s Blackland Prairie Center for Sustainability! We’re happy to provide a diverse array of volunteer and educational opportunities for people who want to learn more and support our mission. The first step in eliminating hunger by creating a more just, equitable, environmentally sustainable food system is gaining knowledge about the issues and the diversity of solutions. There’s no better place to do that than on our 40-acre working farm!

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Our working 40-acre farm sits at the core of our mission to alleviate hunger around the world by actively participating in the promotion of a local food system that is just, equitable, and ecologically sustainable.

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Whether you’re an individual, part of a group or looking for more immersive opportunities, we have something available for you!

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Visit

Our working 40-acre farm sits at the core of our mission to alleviate hunger around the world by actively participating in the promotion of a local food system that is just, equitable, and ecologically sustainable.

Learn More

Volunteer

Whether you’re an individual, part of a group or looking for more immersive opportunities, we have something available for you!

Learn More

Discover your options

Visit

Our working 40-acre farm sits at the core of our mission to alleviate hunger around the world by actively participating in the promotion of a local food system that is just, equitable, and ecologically sustainable.

Learn More

Volunteer

Whether you’re an individual, part of a group or looking for more immersive opportunities, we have something available for you!

Learn More

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Six miles from downtown Waco sits World Hunger Relief’s Blackland Prairie Center for Sustainability. The center serves as a hub for education, innovation, and community engagement. At its core, the center embodies the ethos of sustainability, striving to cultivate a harmonious relationship between humanity and the natural world.

At the heart of our mission lies a commitment to cultivating a food system that not only sustains but thrives—one that honors the land, uplifts local farmers, and nourishes every member of our community. Through hands-on education and experiential learning, we empower individuals to become stewards of the land, equipped with the knowledge and skills to grow their own food in harmony with nature.

The center offers a diverse range of programs and initiatives aimed at addressing the root causes of hunger while promoting sustainable agricultural practices. From hands-on farming experiences to workshops on permaculture and organic gardening, visitors have the opportunity to learn practical skills that empower them to grow their own food in environmentally friendly ways.

Moreover, the center serves as a research hub, conducting experiments and trials to develop innovative agricultural techniques suited to the unique challenges of the region. Through collaboration with local farmers, scientists, and community organizations, WHR aims to foster a culture of sustainability that extends far beyond the confines of its own grounds.

Additional Information

Six miles from downtown Waco sits World Hunger Relief’s Blackland Prairie Center for Sustainability. The center serves as a hub for education, innovation, and community engagement. At its core, the center embodies the ethos of sustainability, striving to cultivate a harmonious relationship between humanity and the natural world.

At the heart of our mission lies a commitment to cultivating a food system that not only sustains but thrives—one that honors the land, uplifts local farmers, and nourishes every member of our community. Through hands-on education and experiential learning, we empower individuals to become stewards of the land, equipped with the knowledge and skills to grow their own food in harmony with nature.

The center offers a diverse range of programs and initiatives aimed at addressing the root causes of hunger while promoting sustainable agricultural practices. From hands-on farming experiences to workshops on permaculture and organic gardening, visitors have the opportunity to learn practical skills that empower them to grow their own food in environmentally friendly ways.

Moreover, the center serves as a research hub, conducting experiments and trials to develop innovative agricultural techniques suited to the unique challenges of the region. Through collaboration with local farmers, scientists, and community organizations, WHR aims to foster a culture of sustainability that extends far beyond the confines of its own grounds.

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We’re hiring an AmeriCorps VISTA Community Engag We’re hiring an AmeriCorps VISTA Community Engagement Coordinator!
Do you believe healthy communities start with healthy food systems, meaningful relationships, and opportunities to learn? Join us for a year of service at World Hunger Relief and help grow programs that connect people to the land, their food, and one another.
As our VISTA member, you’ll help strengthen volunteer programs, expand educational opportunities, build community partnerships, and increase access to hands-on learning experiences across McLennan County.
This is more than a service year. It’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact while gaining valuable experience in nonprofit leadership, community engagement, education, and sustainable agriculture.
•Living Allowance
•Education Award or End-of-Service Stipend
•Health Coverage
•Professional Development
•A chance to help cultivate a more resilient and connected community
Ready to serve, learn, and grow?
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Elm Mott, TX 76640


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Waco, TX 76705


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