By participating in the Gorman Farms CSA, you help the farm support local communities, food pantries, and school programs, ensuring more people have access to healthy, fresh food.
NO FOOD goes to waste at GORMAN FARMs
At Gorman Farms, we are committed to making sure no produce goes to waste. Any leftover produce from our CSA goes directly to support the community and those in need. We are proud of our long-standing relationships with our donation partners. Over the past 10 years, we have made substantial weekly donations, and in 2025 alone, Gorman Farms donated over $59,000 worth of fresh produce back to our community.
A common concern with CSA programs is receiving too much food or wasting it. At Gorman Farms, your share is not distributed in a pre-packed box. Instead, you choose your selections from our offerings. You can take less, without compromising the value of your share, because that flexibility is built in. Understanding Share Value
All extra produce is dedicated to giving back. We encourage Full Share memberships, as they give members access to the best options. But if you ever have more than you can use, never feel back leaving a few items behind – those items go straight to our community partners.
Purchasing a Full Share supports Gorman Farms as a “Community Supporting Farm”. By participating in our CSA, you are not only supporting a local farm but also helping us give back through outreach to those who need it most.
Our donation partners serve the Howard County community, providing access to quality, nutritious foods for families and individuals who may struggle to afford them. These organizations treat fresh produce like a grocery store, making it available to everyone who walks through their doors. Your membership helps make a real, tangible difference in our community.
“Thank you again so much for all the wonderful produce we have been able to offer to the Laurel Woods community. We serviced almost 70 families this past week that are beyond appreciative! Such a wonderful opportunity for a community that has indicated through a formal needs assessment that access to healthy and affordable food is a need.”
Alesia R. – Laurel Woods Elementary School
“Thank you for how the farm’s produce helped me to have healthy vegetables for me and the children. It helped me a lot at a time when I was in a bad financial situation. The vegetables were great to go and pickup at school every week. I hope the vegetables return to the community, thank you!”
Paloma P. – Laurel, MD
“Open Doors Food Pantry extends it’s grateful thanks for your continued contributions of fresh produce. We are neighbors who are highly motivated to feed the hungry with quality food products. We are truly blessed to take your stock during the spring/summer/fall months you distribute to your CSA customers. Our clients are very blessed to receive the ultra-fresh produce you donate. It’s no wonder clients arrive at our parking lot very early so they can receive your produce! We look forward to a continued relationship with you in years to come and thank you for your part in feeding the hungry of Howard County and surrounding areas.”
Carol H. – Founder of Open Doors Food Pantry