Bath City Farm in Whiteway has launched an online crowdfunding campaign to raise £40,000 to ensure it can meet rising costs.
Working at the farm | Photo © Bath City Farm
The charity is asking members of the public and supporters to help it raise the funds, which are needed to cover running costs and help grow services.
Costs at the site have risen by around £80,000 this year, and the farm needs to maintain and expand services as well as keep the site free at the point of access.
The money raised would pay for core operational costs such as staff to manage the site, rising energy costs and maintaining the 37 acres for the 50,000 people who visit each year.
Money raised would also pay for vet bills, animal food and shelter.
The animals play a vital role in targeted therapeutic work with participants of the farm’s health and wellbeing programmes.
For many, Bath City Farm is a place to recover from acute mental distress and rebuild a healthier lifestyle in connection with nature and each other.
It is also a free resource for many families on low incomes to spend a day out with children, experience and meet animals and access vital green space.
Visitors can also access nature trails around the 37-acre site including woodland, ponds, a safe playground for children and allotments, all of which cost money to maintain.
Farm Director Brendan Tate Wistreich said: “We know it is a challenging time for everyone, but if you like what we do, please consider giving to this campaign to help us sustain our vital community work and reach our target of £40 000.
“Aviva Community Fund are generously match funding every donation up to £250 enabling us to raise even more.”
To support Bath City Farm and donate, visit this link.
