Greens do Good faced downtime, but community jumped in

Greens do Good faced downtime, but community jumped in

We noticed something was off when the HVAC started struggling with the prolonged extreme heat. The total failure at the end of June was devastating. We arrived to find the farm at 96 degrees and over 80% humidity,” says Michael Lynch, Farm Manager at Greens Do Good.

Vegan Pop Eats with Angela Yvonne: It’s Dope On The Greenside

Vegan Pop Eats with Angela Yvonne: It’s Dope On The Greenside

If you’re ordering a microgreens salad or buying basil at ShopRite in Bergen County, you just might be helping people with autism find work. News 12 New Jersey’s Brian Donohue has a story about Greens Do Good, a program making the unlikely connection between people in need and people eating greens.

Fostering Independence and Growth at Greens Do Good

Fostering Independence and Growth at Greens Do Good

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we’re proud to share stories of awareness, impact, and achievement. Here, we share a message from Christina Jones, whose son Liam is a Farm Tech at Greens Do Good, our hydroponic farm in Hackensack, NJ, providing meaningful job...
Explore REED’s Impact Report on World Autism Day

Explore REED’s Impact Report on World Autism Day

As we commemorate Autism Awareness Month, we are pleased to share the REED Autism Services 2023 Impact Report. This comprehensive document showcases the significant strides we’ve made over the past 20 years since REED was founded by five families who were desperate to...
Harvest Medley Arugula Salad

Harvest Medley Arugula Salad

Ingredients Salad Ingredients 8 cups Greens Do Good baby arugula 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced (optional) 1 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 medium apples, thinly sliced or diced (use a sweet and crisp variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji) 1/2 cup chopped almonds, pecans or...
Fueling Innovation and Creating Lasting Change

Fueling Innovation and Creating Lasting Change

Ramsey Subaru continues to demonstrate its commitment to the autism community by presenting the REED Foundation for Autism with a $100,000 check as a beneficiary of the Subaru Share the Love program. Since 2016 Ramsey Subaru’s total giving to REED now reaches an impressive $857,000.

A Mother’s Tribute to Her Son

A Mother’s Tribute to Her Son

In a world where every child’s journey is unique, Jack DeSavino, age 20, stands out for his perseverance, kindness, and incredible heart. In honor of Mother’s Day, his mom Kathy, shares his story, hoping to spread awareness and inspire others through...
Hong Kong Red Snapper

Hong Kong Red Snapper

Courtesy of Edgewood Country Club Executive Chef Tony Villanueva Chef’s Notes Please enjoy this easy simple dish. This is a heart healthy flavorful dish that is light and fresh, bursting with flavors enhanced by fresh vegetables in a light broth. This recipe...
Pasta with Butternut Squash, Sausage and Kale

Pasta with Butternut Squash, Sausage and Kale

Ingredients 1 lb bowtie pasta 1 medium butternut squash (peeled and diced) ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (divided) 1 tsp crushed red pepper Salt and pepper 6 links chicken sausage (sweet or spicy) 3 cloves garlic (grated) 4 cups Greens Do Good baby kale Grated...
Stories That Matter: Working Toward the Future

Stories That Matter: Working Toward the Future

At Greens Do Good, We’re Preparing Students with Autism for the Workplace Five days a week, Greens Do Good Workforce Development Coordinator Jessalin Jaume stands at the farm entrance, ready to greet students. These young people, ages 16 to 21, are transition students...
A Champion Among Us: Sean Allen

A Champion Among Us: Sean Allen

Sean Allen, Facilities Manager for the REED Autism Services family of programs, has been named a REED Champion Among Us! In our work, there are those team members that excel in their interactions with students, clients, and fellow colleagues, who build community with...
Spicy Salmon Rice Bowls

Spicy Salmon Rice Bowls

Courtesy of Jen Faust This Salmon Rice Bowl recipe from Director of Operations Jen Faust is perfect for healthy weeknight meals. Topped with sriracha sauce and then sprinkled with Greens Do Good cilantro microgreens, it’s easy to prep, cook, assemble and enjoy!...
Pear & Ricotta Tart

Pear & Ricotta Tart

Courtesy of Jen Faust Ingredients 1 store bought pie crust 1 cup ricotta 1 large pear, thinly sliced 1 egg 1 tbsp heavy cream 3 slices of prosciutto Greens Do Good Red Rambo Radish Microgreens Olive oil Salt Pepper 1 tbsp fresh thyme Crushed red pepper Honey Step by...
Lisa’s Latkes

Lisa’s Latkes

Courtesy of Lisa Goldstein, Greens Do Good Director of Sales If you’ve been looking for the perfect latkes to serve at your Hanukkah celebration, or any time of year, we’ve got just the recipe for you. Thank you to Lisa Goldstein, Director of Sales, for sharing...
Pesto Genovese

Pesto Genovese

Enjoy kale and garlic falafel made from our fresh baby kale. This recipe was provided by Executive Chef Chris Migton of Chez Catherine restaurant.

REED AUTISM SERVICES PRESENTS CHANGEMAKERS IN AUTISM

REED AUTISM SERVICES PRESENTS CHANGEMAKERS IN AUTISM

Who are the changemakers in the autism community — the people who are pushing the boundaries of what’s accepted, expected, and possible of individuals with autism? We’ve been fortunate to meet many of these incredible people through our work at REED Autism Services,...
You’re Invited: REED’s Fall Event 2022

You’re Invited: REED’s Fall Event 2022

Enjoy a night out and celebrate our community at the beautiful Edgewood Country Club with cocktails, dinner, and silent auction. Purchase your tickets and sponsorship; all proceeds benefit REED’s family of programs and services.
Expanding Our Impact Through Partnerships

Expanding Our Impact Through Partnerships

An anticipated one million teens with autism will age out of their school entitlement programs in the next decade. They’ll be entering a job market where the unemployment rate for adults with autism is a staggering 85%. This type of job landscape is what makes a grant from Someone Else’s Child (SEC), to support the Greens Do Good Workforce Development Program, so critical.

Register today for Friends & Family at the Farm

Register today for Friends & Family at the Farm

You’re invited to join us for an afternoon of celebration at Greens Do Good. We would like to welcome all of those who are interested in learning about our hydroponic farm and workforce development program for teens and adults with autism. Wednesday, June 1,...
Book a Tour

Book a Tour

We are excited to announce that we will be offering tours of the Greens Do Good farm! Schedule a one-hour tour of our hydroponic vertical farm located in the heart of Hackensack, NJ. During this interactive session, we will explore: The science of how plants thrive in...
The Nadison Nursery Is Now Official

The Nadison Nursery Is Now Official

Greens Do Good has named its onsite nursery the Nadison Nursery in honor of Jill Nadison, former executive director, and CEO, for her years of service with the organization. All Greens Do Good produce starts as seedlings in our nursery, where they are nurtured until...
Watermelon Basil Margarita

Watermelon Basil Margarita

Courtesy of Executive Chef Tony Villanueva Ingredients 3 oz watermelon juice 1/2 cup cubes, watermelon blended 2 oz anejo or silver tequila 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice 1 1/2 oz simple syrup 1/2 oz Cointreau 1/2 handful Greens Do Good Basil leaves ice Step by Step...
Arugula Salad Special

Arugula Salad Special

Courtesy of Executive Chef Chris Migton of Chez Catherine Ingredients Salad 2 cups arugula 2 cups Greens Do Good Butter Lettuce Basil Lemon Vinaigrette 1/2 cup virgin olive oil 2 whole lemons juice & zest 8-10 leaves Greens Do Good Basil Salt and pepper, to taste...
STEPSS program partners with local hydroponic farm

STEPSS program partners with local hydroponic farm

This article was originally posted in the Ridgewood News. The School Transition and Employment Program for Student Success (STEPSS), a new 18- to 21-yearold transition program offered by Ridgewood Public Schools, has partnered with Greens Do Good, a local hydroponic...
Cauliflower Meatballs

Cauliflower Meatballs

Ingredients Meatballs 2 heads cauliflower, cut into large pieces, remove stems 4 cups of panko bread crumbs, add more if consistency is too moist 2 whole eggs 1 small onion minced 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano cheese 1 cup mascarpone cheese or ricotta 2 tbsp chopped...
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