Old School Farm (OSF) is a nonprofit organization that uses therapeutic farming practices for the benefit of vulnerable populations. We currently employ five adults with developmental disabilities, known as “mission farmers,” who grow, harvest & deliver produce to food insecure communities in Nashville through partnerships with local food programs.

In addition to the farm, we operate a pottery studio in downtown Nashville that employs one director and two mission potters. The studio hosts classes and sells handmade products from local vendors as well as products processed and packaged by mission farmers at OSF as a social enterprise to support the farm.

OSF is committed to empowering our mission farmers by instructing and practicing natural, sustainable, and regenerative farming methods. Additionally, our dedicated staff members offer monthly Preservation Education classes that are available to the public in which you’ll learn techniques to extend the life of your fresh ingredients.