Kensington native blends business models to bring fresh food to neighbors in need
Born and raised in Kensington, Austin Wright launched Ava’s Farm — a local produce market and nonprofit that offers free meals and youth programs to residents.
The Small Business Storytelling Project is a collaborative initiative produced by Kensington Voice in partnership with the New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) and funded by LISC Philadelphia. Through original reporting and photography, the project highlights and supports local entrepreneurs and small businesses in Kensington. Editorial content is produced independently of the project’s partners and funders.
Born and raised in Kensington, Austin Wright launched Ava’s Farm — a local produce market and nonprofit that offers free meals and youth programs to residents.
Kensington Voice, in partnership with NKCDC and funded by LISC Philly, is launching a small business storytelling project to celebrate local entrepreneurs.
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