
SOS Foundation X Urban Oasis Project
CSA Boxes

What Is A CSA Box?
CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. This is a beneficial relationship between local farmers and community members where individuals pay upfront for a weekly box of produce grown on the farm. The farmer can use that upfront cost to get supplies to help grow the crops.
Urban Oasis Project CSA Boxes are packed with an assortment of the best seasonal local produce, including tropical fruits, fresh vegetables, leafy greens, and herbs.
How It Works
Pay a one-time, upfront fee that covers the cost of the CSA boxes. Then pick up your bountiful boxes in Key Largo and Islamorada every Monday or in Key West every Tuesday!
Cost: $40 per box ($240 total for the first 6 weeks of boxes, $680 for all 18 weeks of boxes, getting 1 box free), payable by check or PayPal. ​View our Sign Up for more details!​
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Program Timeline: January 27/28 - May 26/27 (18 weekly boxes or can sign up for first 6 boxes)
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Weekly Pick-ups:
Mondays, 1:30-5PM; St. Justin's Martyr Church (105500 Overseas HWY)
Mondays, 12:00-6:00PM, 87000 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada FL 33036
Tuesdays, 8AM-4PM; SOS Community Kitchen (1020 United St. Key West)


Our Partnership
SOS is building upon our mission to increase healthy food access for all by partnering with local farms in the South Florida region. Urban Oasis Project supports 20+ South Florida farms with their CSA boxes, aggregating the locally grown, fresh produce and herbs before distributing them to consumers in weekly boxes.

FAQ's:
What will be in each box?
Each box will vary, but will contain a variety of about 8 locally grown, fresh local produce and herbs. Each box is an adequate amount for two people. For example, in January 2022, Urban Oasis’ CSA box contained mushrooms, eggplants, bananas, avocados, zucchini, lettuce, turmeric, scallions, okra, kale, and lemons!​
How big is a box?
Boxes vary in dimension depending on the fruits and vegetables distributed that week. However, each box contains approximately 8 different fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and is a great supply for two people. You can always split your CSA box with a neighbor or a friend!
Can I choose what will be in my box?
Boxes are determined by the farmers and volunteers at Urban Oasis based on availability. If there's anything in the box that you don't like, you can share with your friends, your neighbors, or donate to SOS!
How do I pickup my box?
Key West: Your CSA box can be picked up from the SOS Callahan Community Kitchen, located at 1020 United Street in Key West, Florida, every Tuesday between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. The program will run from January 28 - May 27, with boxes available on a weekly basis. Please come inside the kitchen and tell a staff member you are here for CSA box pickup. They will then check your name off our list and grab your box for you.
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Key Largo: Your CSA box can be picked up at SOS's Pantry located at St. Justin's Martyr Church every Monday from 1:30-5PM. The program will run from January 27 - May 26, with boxes available on a weekly basis. When you enter the St. Justin's parking lot from US 1, turn left towards the side of the Parish Hall. On the door will be a sign to "Knock for CSA Boxes." A volunteer will check your name off our list and grab your box for you.
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Islamorada: Your CSA box can be picked up from the Founders Park Community Center, located at 87000 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada FL 33036, every Monday between noon and 6:00 PM. The program will run from January 27*(pending) – March 3, with boxes available on a weekly basis. Please come inside the pool/park office next to the community center and tell a staff member you are here for CSA box pickup.
What happens if I can't pickup my box?
If you would like to have someone pick up on your behalf, please contact Andrea (andrea@sosfoundation.org) with their name. Unless you arrange a separate pick up time in advance, leftover boxes will be donated to SOS's Child Meals Program or a household in need. Unfortunately, we cannot provide reimbursement for missed pick ups. If you reach out to Andrea in advance, we will make every effort to arrange a pick-up that works for you.
More questions?
Please email andrea@sosfoundation.org!