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Urban Fields Foundation
Urban Fields Foundation is a nonprofit organization supporting environmental education, workforce development, and community resilience through structured, hands-on learning.
We partner with schools and community organizations to provide supervised, educational programming in urban agriculture, environmental science, engineering, and sustainable technology. Our work is designed to complement classroom instruction while supporting student engagement, skill development, and career awareness.
Urban Fields Foundation prioritizes student safety, equity, transparency, and close coordination with school leadership. All programs are developed collaboratively and delivered in alignment with district policies and educational goals.
We serve youth and underserved communities in Philadelphia.
What We Do
Environmental Education
Supporting student understanding of ecosystems, sustainability, and human-environment interactions.
Urban Agriculture
Engaging students in food systems, soil science, and sustainable growing practices.
Engineering & Applied Learning
Introducing students to problem-solving, systems thinking, and technical literacy through supervised projects.
Workforce Pathways
Providing mentorship and career awareness aligned with environmental and STEM fields.
How We Work With Schools
- Programs are developed collaboratively with school leadership
- Activities are structured, supervised, and age-appropriate
- Programming aligns with educational priorities and student needs
- Student safety and compliance are central to all activities
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We’re building land based learning opportunities for students in Philadelphia.
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