Welcome to For the People and KIDS, Inc.
Building Community Through Shared Discovery
True learning is a collaborative adventure. By partnering with local farms, gardens, organizations, schools, museums, and community hubs, FTPK creates meaningful, nature-based experiences where children and families can grow, learn, and belong side-by-side.
Latest News, Camps & Impact
Summer Camp Registration is Now Open
Join us for flexible, hands-on fun as we return to DIG Farm this summer for Summer Farm Camp: Pick Your Adventure! Open to all explorers ages 2 & up.
How it works: Our unique “Pick Your Adventure” format lets you customize your child’s day hour-by-hour. Whether they stay for one activity or the whole session, they’ll dive into gardening, animal encounters, farm-to-table cooking, art, yoga, and more!
Learning Without Walls at Cabbage Hill Farm
We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with The Farm at Cabbage Hill, now hosting our Kids Learning Garden Program on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays starting June 1 – August 1 from 9:30AM-11:30AM.
Accessible to All: Thank You, M&T Bank
A huge thank you to M&T Bank for a generous grant that is directly funding 5 summer camp scholarships this season.
Celebrating Achievement: Spring Moving Up Ceremony
As we wrap up a wonderful spring season at DIG Farm, we are getting ready for our Moving Up Ceremony, on June 15th, a true celebration of community, growth, and achievement.
Save the Date: Rooted & Rising: FTPK’s Second Annual Gala
We are so excited to announce Rooted & Rising, our Second Annual Gala, is officially set for Saturday, October 17th from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM! Our amazing friends at Hotel MTK will set the stage for an unforgettable evening, including a perfect silent auction, and we hope you join us in the celebration!
What’s Happening Now!
Meet us at the Farm at Cabbage Hill
Join us Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM – 11:30AM
Unplug, step outside, and celebrate the pure joy of childhood! This summer, give your child the ultimate sensory experience in our interactive learning garden.
We know summer schedules can be busy, so we’ve made it completely flexible for your family: Choose a single hour of action or double the fun and stay for both, our schedule completely bends to yours!
What’s waiting for your little explorer:
- Garden Digs: Get hands in the soil, plant seeds, harvest and taste, and explore what’s growing.
- Animal Friends: Meet, and learn about our unique farm animals.
- Nature, Art & Music: Sing, dance, create and enjoy open outdoor play.
2026 Moving-up Ceremony
Tues., June 16, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Let’s celebrate our amazing homeschool learners with a day of sunshine, songs, and community! From graduation marches and songs with Dr. Mike and Dr. Sue, to certificate presentations and words of wisdom from Farmer Allison, it’s going to be an unforgettable day.
What to bring: Your favorite dish for our community potluck picnic!
Arrive at 10:00 AM and register your child for a special edition of Be Here Now, allowing the set up to happen.
SAVE THE DATE!
Rooted & Rising: 2nd Annual Gala
Sat., Oct 17, 2026
Hotel MTK, 1 Pat Reilly Way, Mt Kisco, NY
The Night at a Glance:
- 5:00 PM | Open Bar & Silent Auction
- 6:00 PM | Impact Stories & Live Music
- 7:00 PM | Dinner
- 8:00 PM | Dancing with DJ Derrick De La Hoz
Grab your Early Bird Tickets now to secure your spot and celebrate with us!
