Cookie co-founded A Meaningful Purpose at Reed's Farm to help restore the local food system and provide access to fresh food that's thoughtfully prepared. She believes in the transformative power of healthy food and the impact of providing people with a meaningful purpose.

An advocate for both individual and community health, Dan joins the board to support our mission of using food as medicine and looks to dedicate his efforts to educating the community in
regenerative agriculture. He aims to build pathways across the region for access to nutritional food options and provide career exposure
opportunities for diverse and inclusive populations.

Beth brings years of experience to A Meaningful Purpose at Reed's Farm, supporting our strategic planning and operational oversight. Her efforts support and strengthen the community impact of our organization through the overall development of our programs.​

Lenny brings creative solutions and a passion for sustainable agriculture to our board. Lenny is an advocate for sustainable agriculture and supports programs that are beneficial to our community. As a board member, he is advocating for our sustainable agriculture and education outreach.

Morgan brings a passion for global health and a commitment to encouraging compassion to our board. Her work shines a light on our programming and supports the continued education and preservation surrounding food security and our environment.

Jeff looks to support a Meaningful Purpose at Reed’s Farm with his experience in building materials, property management, and development. Jeff was attracted to joining the board based on the multiple diverse causes this organization supports, including regenerative farming, animal therapy, youth workforce development, and the Atlantic City community.

Stephen Hankin is an accomplished legal professional and a passionate advocate for social causes. Recently joining the board of directors at A Meaningful Purpose at Reed's Farm, he brings with him a deep commitment to fostering new and innovative ideas to support the organization's mission.

Adam brings his expertise as a market leader at Cerity Partners to the board. With a wealth of experience serving on diverse nonprofit boards, Adam's commitment and vision contribute to the organization's ability to create meaningful change and bring about a brighter future.

Julie is a creative, compassionate professional dedicated to enhancing diversity in the workplace. With over 10 years of experience promoting an understanding of the needs and talents of people with disabilities, Julie brings her experience to champion our programs dedicated to people with health conditions or impairments. She supports our board in creating an inclusive, vibrant environment where everyone is inspired to contribute, and, most importantly, to make a positive impact on the lives of those living with disabilities.

As the CEO of Rodale Institute, Jeff brings invaluable skills in sustainable agriculture and organizational management to A Meaningful Purpose at Reed's Farm. He supports us in developing core strategies and partnerships to further our mission. 

Paul brings over 40 years of business experience to the board and a passion for lifting up local communities. He supports the growth of our programs and partnerships through an advisory role, and works alongside other board members to bring awareness of our mission.

Bruce brings a passion for community building and sustainable agriculture to our Board of Directors. He aims to nourish specific areas of our programming and share our mission with local partners. With his vast knowledge and experience, Bruce looks forward to contributing to the growth of Reed's Farm and those we partner with in the surrounding communities.

As co-founder of Authentic City Partners in Atlantic City, Evan combines his experience in hospitality and partnership with his passion for food justice to our board. His efforts help bring the resources and education from A Meaningful Purpose to Atlantic City in a way that is resident-centered and is committed to meeting the real needs of the local community.