Owowcow Launches Fundraiser To Help Fruit Farmers Devastated by Late Cold Snap

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Bucks County-based Owowcow Creamery is partnering with the Bucks County Foodshed Alliance to launch a three-month-long fundraiser on July 1 for local fruit farmers who suffered devastating losses this season from a late-season frost.

This spring, erratic weather brought devastating losses to fruit growers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, leaving many nearby fruit orchards and farms with little to no stone fruit (peaches, plums, cherries, etc.) or apple harvest. That presents a severe financial crisis for the farm and orchard families and their staff.

“At Owowcow, our core mission is rooted in supporting local agriculture,” said founder John Fezzuoglio. “We create our ice cream using their beautiful seasonal produce, and right now, our partners and friends need us more than ever. To show our deep gratitude and stand by them during this difficult season, Owowcow is donating a portion of all proceeds from every fruit-flavored scoop, pint, handheld, or sundae sold over the next three months directly to the impacted farmers. “

The funds that are raised will be distributed by the Bucks County Foodshed Alliance (BCFA), which has organized a relief campaign for the impacted farmers.

Owowcow has stores in Ottsville, Chalfont, Wrightstown, Lambertville, N.J., and Easton. Store hours are from 12 t0 10 p.m. every day.

"We invite you to join us in giving back to the farms that have always sustained us. Every scoop makes a meaningful difference. Please help spread the word, or consider making a direct donation to the BCFA here," said Fezzuoglio.