What can I expect after I submit my job application to Bittersweet Farms?

A member of the Human Resources Team will review your application and contact you if anything further is needed. If your application is selected for an interview, Human Resources will contact you directly. If you have not been contacted, nothing further is needed, and no further updates are available.

Does Bittersweet Farms serve children and youth?

Our residential programs are exclusively for adults (18+). We serve adolescents (12+) in our social and recreational programs, along with our Pemberville Transition Program. Learn more about these programs and age eligibility requirements here.

Does Bittersweet Farms currently have any client openings for residential placement?

We do not currently have client openings for residential placement. In order to be considered for residential services in the future, an application for services must be completed. The applicant will be placed on the waitlist for all desired services. There are no exceptions to this process.

If I have applied for services, how will I know when there is an opening?

Applicants are contacted when there is an opening and their name is up for review. At that time, we inquire whether the applicant is still interested in being considered for the opening and request additional information as needed.

Does Bittersweet Farms accept in-kind donations, such as art supplies, clothing, etc.?

We accept in-kind donations on an as-needed basis. If you are interested in making an in-kind donation, please contact Julie Champa, and we will collaborate with the appropriate program to determine if we have a need.

Can I visit the Farm for a tour?

Free tours are offered regularly at our Whitehouse location. Two tour options are offered:

• One Hour Day Program Tours: Take place on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 1-2pm and the 4th Thursday of the month from 10-11am. This tour is ideal for families/individuals considering Day Program services at Bittersweet Farms. Reservations are required, contact Mallory Dockery to make a reservation.

• Two Hour Historical/Consulting/Donor Tours: Take place on the 1st Wednesday of the month (May-November) at 10am. This tour is ideal for individuals and groups interested in replicating our groundbreaking farmstead model/M.A.P.S. philosophy elsewhere in the country or world; families considering residential services; those interested in a detailed, in-depth historical perspective of Bittersweet Farms; or current and future donors. Reservations are required, contact Tammy Chambers to make a reservation.

Are there openings for the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program?

This year’s CSA Program is sold out. To be placed on the wait list for 2025, contact Beth Kuntz-Wineland.

How can I make a donation to support Bittersweet Farms? Are my donations tax deductible?

Click here to learn about the many ways you can invest in the mission of Bittersweet Farms. To make an online donation, click here. All donations are tax deductible. Bittersweet, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, federal tax identification number 34-1218722.

Where can I learn about upcoming opportunities to attend or sponsor a Bittersweet Farms event?

Click here to learn about our upcoming events. For information about sponsoring an event, click here or contact Julie Champa.

Who should I contact for media inquiries?

For media inquiries, contact Katie Kuntz-Wineland. We will be happy to make arrangements for interviews and other needs. To view selected past press releases, click here.