The Ellington Farmers Market, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is dedicated to strengthening our local food system, supporting small farms and producers, and fostering a vibrant sense of community. Since its founding, the market has grown into one of Connecticut’s premier farmers markets, attracting thousands of visitors each season while remaining rooted in its mission to make fresh, healthy, and locally produced food accessible to everyone.

Located in the heart of Ellington, the market serves as both a community gathering place and an economic engine for local growers, bakers, and artisans. The market operates with a strong focus on food equity and community engagement, offering several key programs designed to increase access and education:

• SNAP and Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) Matching:
  To make fresh food affordable for all, the Ellington Farmers Market provides a dollar-for-dollar match for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and FMNP (Farmers Market Nutrition Program) benefits used at the market. In 2024 alone, the market distributed over $40,000 in matching vouchers to low-income families, seniors and WIC recipients, helping ensure that healthy, locally grown produce is within reach for everyone.

• Power of Produce (POP) Club for Kids:
  The market’s popular POP Club encourages children to learn about nutrition, local agriculture, and the value of making healthy food choices. Each participating child receives market tokens to spend directly with produce vendors, empowering them to make independent decisions about the fruits and vegetables they’d like to try. The program nurtures lifelong healthy eating habits and helps young people connect with the farmers who grow their food.

Run with volunteer efforts, the Ellington Farmers Market is a testament to community spirit and collaboration. Every Saturday, it brings together farmers, families, and neighbors to celebrate local agriculture and sustainable living—one market day at a time.