The alpacas produce fiber that is in high demand, and they are gentle on the land. Restoration has begun on wetlands, and documentation of all forestry lands has been completed. All of the farmland and gardens have been certified as organic. Education programs have been introduced and are available to the public, primarily through schools. And permanent and volunteer staff members have grown in numbers.
Continued growth remains the primary mission.
Right now, we don't have many plans for new programs. The gardens will expand in order to produce vegetables for the Sisters of Providence motherhouse dining rooms. The alpaca herd is expected to grow and, along with it, the fiber program is expected to expand. Educational workshops are being plans to allow the public to learn about and understand safe, sustainable food sources. A small ceremony will pay honor to White Violet Center's fifth anniversary on Oct. 15.