Join the Chelsea CSA

Chelsea CSA has finished recruitment for 2007 vegetable shares.
Contact chelseacsa@yahoo.com to join the wait list.

A limited number of fruit shares are still available for the 2007 season - see contract below

Fruit Share Contract (PDF)- 2007

Current Chelsea & West Side CSA Shareholders may order special products: meat, poultry, cheese & more each month.

 

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Volunteering with the Chelsea CSA.

Your basic CSA membership includes a commitment to volunteer for at least six hours each season, which runs mid-June to mid-November. Two additional hours are required if you purchase an optional fruit share. Distribution on Tuesdays is critical task, with two members required at the minimum to cover each shift. There are also set-up tasks prior to the first shift from 3:30-5:30 pm and clean up tasks after the second shift from 5:30-7:30 pm.

Everyone is strongly encouraged to plan his or her shifts or other work as early as possible in the season. Distribution volunteers will follow-up with members in person each week until all shifts are covered. The Chelsea CSA also maintains a list of alternates who are on call for any “no show” or to cover emergency changes.

We are looking for a few additional CSA members to become back-up Distribution Coordinator(s). These folks ensure that each week’s distribution runs smoothly. If you are interested in this role and are available on Tuesdays for some time between 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm, you may leave a message for the Chelsea CSA coordinator at 212.924.6710 Voice Mail Box #245 or e-mail us at chelseacsa@yahoo.com

LEVELS OF PAYMENT

The Chelsea CSA goals include increased access to high quality organic produce for a wide spectrum of community residents. We are a mixed-income cooperative, with shares offered at both standard and discounted levels, depending on household income. Those members with higher incomes are encouraged to make further contribution in support of membership diversity.

The membership registration form asks people to select a payment level and payment plan that matches their income. The membership registration form is not a guarantee of membership. You will receive a letter confirming membership, or letting you know if all shares are sold for the current season.

KINDS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED

Checks, money orders, and food stamps are accepted. Checks should be payable to "Stoneledge Farm.”