Farmers Helping Farmers 37th fund raising Barbecue supports Farm Women and Global Food Security
West Covehead, PEI - The annual Farmers Helping Farmers Fund Raising Barbecue returns for its 37th year on Saturday August 9, 2025 from 4:30 -6:00 pm at the North Shore Community Centre in West Covehead.
Run by volunteers, the event promises both a hearty meal made from 100% locally-sourced ingredients and an opportunity to support sustainable farming and education initiatives in Kenya. The menu will feature grilled to preference striploin steaks, fresh self-serve salad bar including specialty salads, new potatoes, tender yellow and green beans, and the ever-popular homemade strawberry shortcake for dessert.
Farmers Helping Farmers is a Prince Edward Island-based non-profit organization of globally minded people. The volunteer centered group raises funds for and manages projects that partner with Kenyan farm women and schools to produce nutritious food, increase food security, and improve the health of their families. Funds raised from the BBQ help support key projects such as:
- School gardening programs which provide nutritious daily meals for school children
- Installation of water tanks at farm women’s homes to collect rainwater and ensure reliable access to clean water
- Training for women’s groups in improved farming techniques and business practices
- Support for dairy farmers to increase milk production and income
Farmers Helping Farmers has supported projects in Kenya for the past 45 years. Through hands-on collaboration and long-term partnerships with women's groups, dairies, and schools, Farmers Helping Farmers helps communities in Meru County, Kenya become more self-reliant and resilient, one farm and one family at a time.
“We are so grateful for the ongoing support from our PEI community,” said Teresa Mellish, Organization Coordinator. “This BBQ is a wonderful way to connect, enjoy a meal together, and be part of meaningful change around the world.”
Tickets can be purchased in advance through the Farmers Helping Farmers Fundraising Barbecue Eventbrite page, directly from an organization member, or by interact e-transfer at farmershelpingfarmerspei@gmail.com . On August 9th, come and enjoy great food and make a lasting difference.
For more information visit www.farmershelpingfarmers.ca
Media contact:
Teresa Mellish, Coordinator
902-838-4032
farmershelpingfarmerspei@gmail.com
