Where rabbits help children learn, communities connect, and wellness grows
The rabbits at The Community Farm are more than animals on the farm. They are an important and beloved part of programs that support youth learning, literacy, outreach, fiber education, and therapeutic interaction.
From 4-H projects to Books with Bunnies, the TCF Rabbit Program creates meaningful opportunities for connection, education, and care.
A small animal program with a big impact
The TCF Rabbit Program is managed by Susan Fudge Erickson and supports a wide range of activities at The Community Farm. The rabbits are part of 4-H learning, literacy events, community outreach, fiber production, and wellness programming.
From the beginning, the rabbit program has been built on the idea that animals can help teach, comfort, and connect people.
Our very first rabbits helped lay the foundation for the program:
- Stuart Little — a Continental Giant buck
- Angie — an Angora rabbit
- Borris — a Rex rabbit
- Clover — a Holland Lop
Over time, the program has also welcomed rabbits from local shelters that were considered unadoptable. At TCF, those rabbits were given a safe and meaningful home while becoming part of educational and outreach activities that benefit the wider community.
Today, many of our rabbits are a cross between Continental Giant and Angora breeds. This combination produces rabbits that are friendly, hardy, and able to produce usable fiber while being easier to care for than full Angora rabbits. They are especially well suited for youth learning and farm interaction.
What the rabbits help make possible
The rabbits at TCF participate in a variety of programs that serve children, families, and the broader community.
- 4-H Rabbit Projects
Helping young people learn responsibility, animal care, confidence, and hands-on skills.
- Books with Bunnies Literacy Programs
Creating gentle, encouraging spaces where children can build reading confidence while spending time with calm, friendly rabbits.
- Community Outreach and Educational Visits
Bringing animals, education, and connection into the community through outreach opportunities and interactive learning.
- Fiber and Textile Education
Teaching participants about rabbit fiber, natural materials, and the connection between animals, agriculture, and creative work.
- Wellness and Therapeutic Interactions
Offering calming, supportive experiences that encourage emotional regulation, connection, and well-being.
Why your support matters
Every rabbit in the TCF Rabbit Program helps create opportunities for learning, healing, and connection.
Donations help support:
- feed and daily care
- housing and habitat needs
- grooming and fiber care
- educational supplies
- literacy and outreach events
- wellness programming
- ongoing program growth
Your support helps ensure that these rabbits continue to serve the community in meaningful ways while receiving the care they deserve.
Interested in getting involved?
There are many ways to be part of the TCF Rabbit Program. Whether you are interested in 4-H, literacy programs, outreach, animal care, or simply learning more, we would love to connect with you.
To learn more about the rabbit program or to participate, please contact:
Susan Fudge Erickson
Phone: 303-870-1559
Rabbit 4-H Meetings:
Sundays at 12:00 PM
Help this program continue to grow
The TCF Rabbit Program brings together education, compassion, and community in a way that is both practical and heartfelt. When you participate, volunteer, or donate, you help create more opportunities for children to learn, for families to connect, and for these remarkable rabbits to continue their work.
Join us in supporting a program that is making a difference one rabbit, one child, and one interaction at a time.
- Contact Susan →
tel:303-870-1559