Lillian Timber Farms and Community Impact
At Lillian Timber Farms, we believe that food is about connection, empowerment, and resilience. Our farm is more than rows of vegetables and fruit trees; it’s a gathering place where the community comes together to learn, share, and grow.
Building Stronger Neighborhoods
Northeast Oklahoma City has faced decades of disinvestment, leaving many neighborhoods with limited access to fresh, healthy food. Lillian Timber Farms is working to change that. By providing garden space, educational programs, and hands-on workshops, we give residents the tools to grow their own food, strengthen local networks, and reclaim control over their health.
Our farm acts as a community anchor, a place where neighbors meet, exchange knowledge, and support one another. When people work side by side planting, weeding, and harvesting, they build trust and shared purpose that extends beyond the garden.
Stories of Growth
Every seed planted at Lillian Timber Farms carries a story. Families have learned how to grow vegetables they’ve never tried before. Children discover where their food comes from and develop a lifelong connection to nature. Local volunteers have turned simple gardening projects into lasting friendships.
One resident, for example, shared that after participating in our workshops, they were able to start a small backyard garden at home. Not only did it provide fresh produce for their family, but it also became a space for their children to explore, ask questions, and learn about responsibility and patience. These are the small victories that ripple outward, creating a stronger, healthier community.
Education as Empowerment
Knowledge is at the heart of food sovereignty. Lillian Timber Farms offers educational programs that teach sustainable farming practices, soil health, seasonal planting, and nutrition. By equipping community members with these skills, we help ensure that healthy food is accessible, affordable, and culturally relevant.
Workshops also cover topics like composting, water conservation, and urban farming techniques, giving families tools to adapt regardless of the size of their property. Education empowers residents to take control of their food systems, reducing reliance on distant grocery stores and industrial supply chains.
The Future of Local Food
The impact of Lillian Timber Farms goes beyond the harvest. Every crop, workshop, and volunteer day strengthens Northeast OKC’s resilience. As more people gain the skills and confidence to grow their own food, the community becomes healthier, more connected, and more self-reliant.
Food brings people together, but it’s the act of growing, sharing, and teaching that transforms neighborhoods. Lillian Timber Farms is proud to be part of this movement, and we invite everyone to join us, whether by volunteering, attending a workshop, or planting a single seed at home. Together, we can create a future where food sovereignty, wellness, and community thrive side by side.
