Our Staff

Tony grew up in South Philadelphia and South Jersey. After college, he tried on many careers from being a librarian to working at one of the world’s largest consulting firms.  He soon discovered that he was an entrepreneur at heart.  He founded two successful companies in the human capital market (HCM) field that he manages to this day. Soon, the success of these companies allowed Tony and his wife Amy to financially support various non-profits focusing on inner city children and education.  

In 2013, feeling that just writing checks wasn’t enough, Tony and Amy decided to become social entrepreneurs and founded Carversville Farm Foundation (CFF), a not for profit 350 acre farm located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.  They wanted to apply their skills, time, and money to take direct action to help alleviate hunger in the greater Philadelphia area.

Knowing that only the richest one percent of our country can afford to purchase the most expensive, best tasting and healthiest foods available, they thought, ‘Why shouldn’t the underserved experience the same thing?’ and CFF was born.  The farm produces the best organically certified vegetables, pasture-raised meats and eggs available anywhere.  Everything is custom-grown and predictably available for donation to community kitchens and free farmer’s markets.  In addition, CFF provides onsite food and nature-related education and tours.  All products and services are provided to our partners free of charge ,year-round.  

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Dylan was born and raised in Warminster, PA, where his love for nature began early - playing in garden beds and snacking on mint straight from his yard. Whether it was exploring the creek behind his grandmother’s house or spending hours outside in his own backyard, he always felt at home outdoors.

When his family moved from his childhood home, Dylan lost his garden - and the easy access to nature he grew up with. While his love for nature and the outdoors stayed with him, it would be some time before he found a path that brought it back into his life in a meaningful way.

After high school, Dylan struggled to find a career that felt fulfilling - until he discovered the Barnes Arboretum at St. Joseph’s University. There he completed and graduated from a three-year horticulture program that gave him the tools, knowledge, and confidence to pursue a hands-on career working with the land.

As a seasonal team member at Carversville Farm Foundation, Dylan is excited to be part of a mission that reflects his values - connecting people to land, food and the importance of sustainable growing.

Mak grew up on a small dairy farm in central New York, where her passion for agriculture took root early in life. She went on to study Environmental Science at Colgate University, blending her love for the land with a growing interest in sustainability. Since then, she’s worked as both an educator and grower at various farms, gaining hands-on experience and a deeper appreciation for the connection between farming and community.

Mak joined Carversville Farm Foundation as Harvest Lead, excited to continue learning and growing while contributing to a mission that aligns with her values. She’s proud to be part of a team working to fight food insecurity and provide fresh, nourishing food to those who need it most.

Outside the fields, Mak finds joy in baking, swimming, and winding down with a good movie.

Originally from Bucks County, Sam began his farming career in central Virginia in 2010. After two growing seasons, Sam became the Farm Manager for Project GROWS, a youth oriented, educational non-profit farm from 2012-2016. With hopes of getting back to his roots in Bucks County, Sam left VA to manage the River park Farm in New York City. There he cultivated a unique set of production skills involving high quality, chef inspired produce. Over the years he has not only matured into a strong farmer but has developed a passion for teaching and growing a vibrant, healthy, and sustainable generation of young farmers and community builders.

Ben Crooke is from Bucks County. He grew up on a local dairy farm where he learned to love working with cows, equipment, other livestock and the land. Being raised in the barn, field, and farm shop by a supportive, loving family instilled in Ben a great passion for farming. Active in local and state 4-H programs, Ben showed and judged cows and attended leadership conferences. He graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Animal Science, then for seven years worked on his family’s dairy farm and with his own dairy herd. More recently Ben ran his own dairy supply business, supplying dairy farmers in a 10-county area. After selling the business, Ben joined Carversville Farm Foundation in 2022 as the crop farmer/mechanic. He grows hay and other crops and fixes equipment on the farm. Some of his favorite things to do on the farm are helping others solve problems and creatively plan for what’s next in crop and livestock production. His wife and four young, energetic children are a constant source of strong support and inspiration. Ben really enjoys working with an upbeat, positive team on the farm, to produce healthy food for people in need.

Brenna grew up in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. She went to school for Equine science and found her love for working outdoors through working with horses. After graduating, she worked on a small, organic farm and that is when her love for farming began. She started at Carversville Farm Foundation in spring 2022 and enjoys everything that is done here in support of the farm`s mission. She has taken charge of the production of the shitake mushrooms, which has become one of her favorite things to grow and harvest. She hopes to have her own small, sustainable farm one day and use all of the knowledge that she is learning at Carversville Farm.

Matt's farming journey began over 15 years ago with what he thought would be just a few backyard egg-layers. Often referred to as “the gateway drug to farming,” those first chickens quickly led to the addition of two family milk cows, Leah and Naomi - and from there, his passion for sustainable agriculture only grew.

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In 2014, Matt turned that passion into a profession, becoming the assistant manager at a farm in Upstate NY. By 2018, he advanced to the role of Farm Manager, overseeing the production of high-quality, pasture-raised meats and organically certified eggs. In 2022, he moved to Bucks County to manage a neighboring CSA, where he expanded operations, and introduced pork, chicken, turkey, and lamb to the farm’s offerings.

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Beyond farming, Matt has always been driven by a deeper purpose - using agriculture to serve others. He has worked at two non-profit farms, one serving individuals with special needs and another assisting those overcoming addiction. These experiences reinforced his belief that farming is not just about growing food; it’s about cultivating relationships, fostering resilience, nurturing the land for future generations, and ensuring that fresh, nutritious food reaches those who need it most—values that align perfectly with Carversville Farm Foundation’s mission.

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Matt joined Carversville Farm Foundation in December 2024, eager to bring his experience and passion to a team that shares his commitment to food equity and sustainable farming. He looks forward to many years of growing not just food, but opportunity and impact for the farm’s partners and the communities they serve.

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Stephanie became CFF's first employee in 2014 and has been the Farm Administrator ever since. She holds a Communications degree from Millersville University and worked in Marketing before the farming world presented itself the opportunity of a lifetime.  She is involved in all aspects of CFF except the actual farming, although she isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty!  She handles everything from accounting to placing equipment and seed orders, to onboarding new staff, vendor negotiations and more.

Nicole’s roots are  in Levittown, PA, where she developed a deep appreciation for creativity, hard work, and community. She initially pursued an Art degree at Bucks County Community College before her adventurous spirit led her to Philadelphia in search of new career experiences. There she managed a small sandwich shop, took on the fast-paced world of bike delivery, and broke barriers to become the first woman on a small, but rapidly growing, dispatch delivery team. While she found fulfillment in these roles, she longed to be outdoors, working with her hands and reconnecting with the land.

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That desire brought her back home, where she found her true calling in sustainable agriculture. She began farming at a small family-owned organic non-profit, where she honed her  skills in renewable farming, and deepened her connection to  the local community. With every season, she continues to grow - just like the crops she nurtures.

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Nicole is passionate about sustainability, regenerative agriculture, and making a meaningful impact through farming. As part of Carversville Farm Foundation, she is dedicated to ensuring that fresh, nutritious food reaches those who need it most, all while fostering a deeper respect for the land. Her commitment to giving back extends beyond the fields, as she strives to build a healthier, more sustainable future for the global community - one harvest at a time.

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Maggie has always felt at home in nature. Growing up in Allentown, Pennsylvania, she developed a deep love for animals and the outdoors, which led her to pursue a degree in Wildlife Conservation and Management at Delaware Valley University. She graduated in December 2024, eager to turn her passion into meaningful work.

In March 2025, Maggie joined Carversville Farm Foundation as a seasonal livestock farmer, excited to gain hands-on experience in sustainable farming. She’s particularly drawn to the connection between ethical animal care, conservation, and providing nourishing food to those in need.

Maggie is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside experienced farmers, learn from their expertise, and contribute to a mission-driven team. She looks forward to growing her skills, making a difference, and exploring how conservation and regenerative, organic farming can work together to build a healthier, more sustainable food system.

Ryan hails from Westminster, Maryland where he developed a deep appreciation for history and community. While studying Political Science and History at The George Washington University, a part-time job at a local farm sparked his passion for regenerative agriculture - setting him on a path from city life to hands-on farming This passion led him to a ranching apprenticeship in Montana, where he gained a deeper understanding of sustainable food systems and land stewardship. In the Spring of 2024, Ryan joined Carversville Farm Foundation, drawn to its mission of providing nourishing, healthy food to those facing hunger. For him, the most rewarding part of the job is knowing that his daily work directly improves people’s lives - helping to create a more equitable food system. Beyond farming, Ryan continues to share his love for agriculture as a social media coordinator for the very same farm where his journey began, bridging the gap between farmers and the broader community by telling the stories of those who grow our food.

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Ryan is proud to be part of a team dedicated to making fresh, organic food accessible to all, and he brings both passion and purpose to his role at Carversville Farm Foundation.

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Finigan is a dedicated farmer from Reading, PA, whose passion for sustainable agriculture is rooted in hard work and a deep connection to nature. With two full seasons of experience on an organic farm in Morgantown, he is now embracing his third season at Carversville Farm Foundation, where he takes pride in growing nutritious food for those in need.

For Finigan, farming is more than a job–it’s a way of life. He finds fulfillment in the daily rhythms of the land, from planting and harvesting to the rewarding impact of providing fresh, high-quality food to the community. Committed to sustainable practices, he values the hands-on challenges that come with nurturing the soil and ensuring a thriving ecosystem.

Beyond the fields, Finigan has developed a growing interest in beekeeping and hopes to weave it into his future in farming. His dream is to cultivate a career that not only feeds people but also supports the vital role of pollinators in regenerative agriculture. Through his work at Carversville, he is proud to contribute to a mission that strengthens both the land and the lives it sustains.

Ken is a lifelong resident of Hilltown, Bucks County, and a proud graduate of Pennridge High School and Moravian University, where he earned a B.A. in History. His deep roots in the local farming community began at age 14, working on area farms harvesting hay and grain. Over the years, Ken has gained extensive experience in beef production, lamb and wool husbandry, sheep shearing, and feed manufacturing.

He spent over a decade managing a racing stable of 18 Standardbred trotting horses and later ran a historic farm museum where he practiced traditional, horse-powered farming. Whether working with livestock, restoring agricultural heritage, or supporting sustainable practices, Ken’s life has been devoted to the land and those who depend on it.

Outside of farming, Ken’s love for teamwork extended onto the soccer field, where he played and captained at the youth, high school, collegiate, and club levels, including international tournaments. He now enjoys time with his beautiful wife - his elementary school sweetheart - and their two daughters. Together, they attend Moravian Central Church in Bethlehem, a congregation rooted in social justice and equality.

Ken brings his lifelong dedication to agriculture and community to Carversville Farm Foundation, where he is proud to support its mission of growing fresh, organic food for those in need.

Robb has been dedicated to sustainable agriculture for over a decade. Farming serves as his entry point to addressing both ecological and social issues. After growing his first garden as a teenager, Robb realized that farming offered more than just the fruits of its labor. He began working on local Northeast Ohio organic production farms to gain hands-on experience at a larger scale. Seeking to broaden his skills, Robb spent a year at a technical farming school in Central Massachusetts, where he raised animals on pasture, worked 10-acre CSA fields, cut firewood, and built a timber frame structure.

These experiences deepened his desire to contextualize humanity’s relationship with food. Robb earned a B.A. in Sustainable Food Systems from Sterling College in Vermont, where he managed the school’s organic gardens, led the forestry crew, and studied the cultural and historical context of agriculture through an experiential curriculum.

He has since cooked in farm-to-table kitchens, grazed ruminants, and produced sauerkraut in Northern Vermont, co-managed a CSA in Ohio and tended to an agricultural garden in Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Ohio's only National Park. In 2025, Robb joined Carversville Farm Foundation to farm at a larger scale while directly addressing food insecurity and continuing his agricultural education. He is excited to work with a team of experienced farmers who share his passion for agriculture and the Carversville mission.

Ryan is an organic vegetable farmer at Carversville Farm Foundation, where they are committed to growing nutritious, sustainably produced food for communities in need. Growing up in New Jersey, Ryan developed a deep connection to nature and gardening,  sparking a lifelong passion for regenerative agriculture and food equity.
With experience on market and CSA farms, as well as a background in organic horticulture, Ryan brings a wealth of knowledge and a dedication to farming practices that nourish both people and the planet. They believe in the power of plants and music to thrive together, transforming lives and finding inspiration in the natural rhythms of the land, blending their love of farming with a deep respect for the environment.

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At Carversville, Ryan is proud to be part of a team that works to ensure fresh, organic produce reaches underserved communities. By growing high-quality vegetables with care and intention, they help advance the farm’s mission of making healthy, delicious food accessible to all.

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Zach has a passion for land management. A lifelong local and lover of the outdoors, he graduated from DelVal University with a degree in business administration. Zach enjoys managing extensive properties and his previous experience includes five years at Pleasant Valley Farm in Hopewell, NJ. Now at CFF he keeps the property ship-shape, with close attention to every detail. Zach says his favorite part of working at CFF is the positive work culture, which he himself embodies by always being willing to lend a hand. Zach simply cannot get enough of the outdoors, so after a day of working outside on the farm, his favorite pastime is hiking and exploring with his beloved yellow lab.

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Owen grew up just a short drive away, in Abington, Pennsylvania. He majored in environmental studies at Towson University and competed on their NCAA swim team. After graduating, he began looking for a career in the environmental field and learned of CFF. Since coming on as an apprentice in February 2022, Owen has taken on the role of a full-time livestock employee. He has a particular interest in animal welfare and livestock production and enjoys the purpose-driven work to produce and donate as much as possible. Owen says he is grateful for the opportunity to learn from all of the experienced people here, and excited to continue pursuing a career in livestock farming.

Trenton, NJ native Edy Sarceno didn’t grow up with much exposure to farming–or even the outdoors.. That changed in 2020 when he began working on a small organic farm in Lower Bucks County. What started as a curiosity quickly grew into a passion for sustainable agriculture and self-sufficiency.

Edy believes that farming has the power to transform communities, especially in cities where access to fresh food and green space is limited. He hopes to share the knowledge and techniques he’s learned with others, empowering more people to grow their own food and build healthier, more resilient lives.

He’s committed to learning new methods, practicing organic growing techniques, and working alongside a team that values kindness, curiosity, and collaboration. At Carversville Farm Foundation, Edy is proud to be part of a mission-driven crew working to make fresh, organic food accessible to those who need it most.

Matthew Tomlinson grew up in Bucks County with a deep appreciation for real, organic food and a strong commitment to giving back to the community. As Carversville Farm Foundation’s dedicated delivery driver, he plays a vital role in connecting the farm’s sustainably grown produce and pastured proteins with the people who need it most in the local Philadelphia area.

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Matthew takes pride in ensuring fresh, nutritious food reaches underserved communities, finding fulfillment in the. the gratitude of those who benefit from his deliveries. His work is more than just transportation - it’s about bridging the gap between sustainable farming and food access, making a tangible impact on people’s lives.

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With an educational background in English, Matthew values creativity and storytelling, which he expresses through his artistic pursuits as a musician and cartoonist. He is proud to be part of a mission-driven team working to create a healthier, more equitable food system for all.

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Steven is a farmer focused on organic agriculture.  He graduated from Pratt Institute with a degree in Industrial Design and has also completed a Permaculture Design Course.  Steven began farming in 2009 as an apprentice on various organic vegetable farms.  From 2012 to 2016, he started and managed Great Road Farm in Skillman, NJ, primarily growing for Agricola restaurant in Princeton, and he co-authored the Agricola Cookbook. Steven enjoys the creative process of growing nutrient-dense food and is grateful to be a part of the Carversville Farm Foundation team as Farm Manager to grow for soup kitchens and food pantries.

Originally from Morristown, NJ, Erin’s path into agriculture began with caring for the Morris County Mounted Unit’s police horse–a hands-on introduction that sparked a lasting connection to animal care and land stewardship. After several years in the service industry, Erin returned to agriculture through the livestock program at Sylvester Manor Educational Farm in Shelter Island, NY. Starting as an apprentice and eventually managing the livestock operation, Erin became deeply committed to sustainable and regenerative farming–especially using livestock to support healthy ecosystems.

Most recently, Erin spent a season living in a yurt and working at Stone and Thistle Farm, a small, family-owned livestock farm in the Catskills. While their background is rooted in livestock, Erin joined Carversville Farm Foundation in 2025 to grow their knowledge of vegetable production and be part of a mission-driven team focused on fighting food insecurity through organic, regenerative farming.

They are excited to contribute to CFF’s work by expanding their skills and supporting a system that nourishes both people and the planet. Outside the fields, Erin loves exploring hiking trails, casting a line in scenic fishing spots, and relaxing on the weekends with their partner and two adorable cats.

Callie is a 10-year-old dilute calico domestic short-hair cat who joined the Carversville Farm team in early 2017 after being adopted from the Bucks County SPCA in Lahaska. She may have had a rough start–over six months in the shelter, a failed adoption, and a reputation for being less than fond of other animals–but we saw something special in her: fierce independence, sharp instincts, and a whole lot of untapped potential.

Callie quickly proved herself as an exceptional mouser, but we knew she couldn’t handle the whole farm solo–though we’re pretty sure she would’ve tried. She needed a partner she’d tolerate (or at least not chase off the property). Enter Eli: a timid tabby with impeccable manners and no desire to start drama. Somehow, his quiet vibe won her over. They’ve been an unlikely formidable, pest control dream team ever since - keeping our barns rodent-free and running smoothly.

Though Callie carries herself with serious "business-cat" energy - running a tight ship with zero tolerance for rodent nonsens–she’s surprisingly friendly with people. She’s often the first to greet visitors in the driveway, especially if there's a chance of attention or admiration. Confident, capable, and unapologetically herself, Callie reminds us that every cat deserves a second chance–and maybe a job title worthy of her sass.

Eli is a 10-year-old brown and black domestic short-hair tabby cat, also adopted from the Bucks County SPCA in Lahaska. He joined the Carversville Farm Foundation team in early 2017. He may have started out as a shy newcomer, but he’s become a quiet force at Carversville Farm. Hand-picked to be Callie’s partner in pest control, Eli brings balance to the barn cat duo with his gentle demeanor and sharp hunting skills. The pair are an unstoppable rodent-fighting team, keeping our barns and feed-supplies critter-free.

In the winter of 2019, Eli took his duties a bit too seriously when he chased an intruding cat 50 feet up a tree. While the stranger made a clean getaway, Eli took a tumble. Thanks to the attentive care of our farm manager and a successful surgery to repair his leg, he made a full recovery and returned to duty with his signature quiet determination.

Now fully back in action, Eli patrols the barns and fields with quiet focus - low to the ground, and always one paw ahead of the mice. He takes his job seriously, but still makes time for sunny naps, head scratches from the staff, and greeting our farm visitors. He’s even been known to charm newcomers into letting him sneak into the office. We’re lucky to have him on the team - and so are our feed bins.