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Our Mission
Creating a new Kind of Sanctuary
Sweet Farm is a 501c3 non-profit organization working to address the climate connection between people, animals, plants, and our planet. We care for over 150 rescued animals, grow heirloom crops for our community, and educate the public on minimizing their personal impact on the planet.
Welcome to our Climate Sanctuary.
240+
Animals Saved
300+
Types of Heirloom Crops
4,000+
Pounds of Produce Donated
Latest News
Our Impact
We're working to Inspire Change
Farm Animal Rescue & Rehab
Plant-Based Living
Sustainable Regenerative Agriculture
Technology Start-Up Incubation
Every choice we make at Sweet Farm is centered around maximizing impact. We are working to inspire change in the hearts and minds of all individuals, from local families and farmers, to CEOs and investors.
Visit Us
We offer lots of Ways to Visit
Here at Sweet Farm, we offer public and private tours, corporate offsites, and public events. And of course, you can volunteer year-round.
Take a Tour
Only an hour’s drive from Rochester and Syracuse, our farm is right on Seneca Lake’s amazing wine trail. We host 1-hr public tours to meet our 150 rescued animals at 11am and 2pm throughout the year. Spots must be reserved in advance.
BONUS: For $10/person you can enjoy a wine tasting at Vineyard View Winery at Sweet Farm after your tour.
Public tours ask a donation of $15 per attendee.
Private tours (up to 15 people) are available with a donation of $225.
Weddings & Private Events
Sweet Farm would love to be a part of your special day! We also regularly hosts groups at the farm — everything from birthday parties to school & volunteer groups.
Stay at the Sweet Farmhouse
Spend quality time with family and friends at The Sweet Farmhouse, a charming and comfortable two-story Victorian overlooking the largest of New York's Finger Lakes.
Virtual Visits
Experience the farm Virtually
Too far away to visit the farm in person? No worries! Our rescued farm animals are tech-savvy and you can meet them virtually!
Goat-2-Meeting
Need a fresh (and hairy) face to brighten up your virtual meetings or events? Want a fun experience for an online happy hour or a friend’s birthday party? Looking for fresh educational material for your virtual classroom? Book your Goat-2-Meeting today!
Get Involved
Find out how to Get Involved
Sweet Farm is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, and our work is entirely supported by donors and dedicated volunteers. We can’t change the global food web or the lives of animals without your support!
Become a Monthly Donor
Our monthly donors are invaluable and our most dedicated supporters. By signing up for a recurring monthly donation, you receive invitations to all our events, discounts in our stores, and more.
Make a Donation
As a 501c(3), Sweet Farm exists thanks to the support of our donors. Whether you’re gifting an animal sponsorship, or simply making a one-time donation, every single dollar donated helps us care for our rescued animals and make the world a more compassionate place.
Volunteer
Volunteers help around the farm in many different ways. From outreach events, to animal care and cleaning, to helping in our gardens, to staffing our store…we couldn’t achieve our mission without their dedicated support!
“Sweet Farm is a great place to be reminded of how sustainable food is not only important from a resilience perspective, but also for basic decency, respect and reverence for life.”