Community Partnerships & Food Access in Barrow County, Georgia

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Wimberly’s Roots in Winder, Georgia, is dedicated to improving food access, reducing food insecurity, promoting healthy eating, and strengthening community wellness throughout Barrow County and surrounding communities.  Through partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, farmers, agricultural organizations, and community leaders, we connect people with fresh food, nutrition education, and practical skills for healthier living.

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Community Programs That Grow Healthier Communities

Through these community partnerships, grant-funded initiatives, and local investment, Wimberly’s Roots provides programs that support food security, healthy cooking, nutrition education, community gardening, sustainable agriculture, and hands-on food education. Our programs help children, families, and adults learn about fresh ingredients, develop healthy cooking skills, grow food, and make informed choices about nutrition and wellness.

Our work brings together the garden, the kitchen, and the community. From healthy cooking demonstrations and nutrition classes to gardening education and local food initiatives, Wimberly’s Roots creates opportunities for people to learn, connect, and build healthier habits.

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Supporting Local Agriculture & the Georgia Grown Community

As a Georgia Grown member, Wimberly’s Roots supports local agriculture and the importance of fresh, locally grown food. We believe strong local food systems help communities improve food access, support agricultural education, and build lasting connections between growers and the people they serve.

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By working alongside community partners, Wimberly’s Roots helps advance food security, health education, sustainable food practices, and community resilience in Winder, Barrow County, and Northeast Georgia.

Growing Together Through Community Partnerships

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Our mission is rooted in a simple belief: healthy communities grow when people come together. Through local partnerships, community gardens, nutrition education, healthy cooking programs, and food access initiatives, Wimberly’s Roots is helping grow a healthier, stronger, and more food-secure community, one neighbor at a time.