Robin Kramer: Founder of Next Step Farms

<p>What does independence look like for an adult with an intellectual or developmental disability?</p><p>For Robin Kramer, founder of Next Step Farms, it looks like <strong>purpose, responsibility, confidence, and having the opportunity to contribute.</strong></p><p>In this episode of the <strong>Huntsville Hustle Podcast</strong>, Robin shares how Next Step Farms uses life on a working farm to help adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities develop practical skills and greater independence.</p><p>We talk about the daily routine at the farm, where participants work on teams focused on <strong>business management, cooking, gardening, animal care, and property maintenance</strong>. Robin also shares the challenges of starting a nonprofit, the importance of community support, and some of the life-changing moments she&#39;s witnessed along the way.</p><p>You&#39;ll also hear why employment, responsibility, and simply being given the opportunity to succeed can have such a powerful impact.</p><p>This episode is about much more than farming.</p><p><strong>It&#39;s about giving people the tools, confidence, and opportunities to take their next step toward independence.</strong></p><p><strong>Next Step Farms</strong></p><p><strong></strong><a href="http://nextstepfarms.org/" target="_blank">nextstepfarms.org</a><em></em></p><p><em>Next Step Farms Office is open Monday through Friday 8am-3:30pm, and you can expect a response within 48 hours on weekdays.</em><br><em>Our doors open to clients at 8:15, with our program ending at 3:00.</em></p><p><em>Next Step Farms is a 501c3 organization.</em></p><p><em>Tax ID: 83- 4389587</em>256-993-2561</p><p>Facility address: 465 Smith Vasser Rd, Harvest, Al 35749<br>Business </p><p><strong>Mailing Address: 106 Canoebrook Lane, HSV, Al 35806Support our sponsors!</strong></p><p>This episode is sponsored by Vandy’s Heating &amp; Cooling, a trusted, veteran-owned HVAC company known for honest service and doing the job right the first time.</p><p>With over 400 5-Star Google Reviews you know you are in good hands! Call (256) 225-7311 or visit ⁠<a href="http://www.vandysllc.com/" target="_blank">⁠http://www.vandysllc.com⁠</a>⁠ to support a business that supports Huntsville</p><p>To stay up to date on everything happening in Huntsville, check out our partner Homely Huntsville’s newsletter that is <em>capturing the feeling of home</em> in Huntsville. </p><p>Subscribe here: <a href="https://homelyhuntsville.beehiiv.com/subscribe?ref=i3U7eMtJvD" target="_blank">⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://homelyhuntsville.beehiiv.com/subscribe?ref=i3U7eMtJvD" target="_blank">https://homelyhuntsville.beehiiv.com/subscribe?ref=i3U7eMtJvD</a></p><p><br></p><p>The Huntsville Hub is a premier coworking space in Huntsville, Alabama, offering flexible office space, meeting rooms, and virtual office services for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and remote professionals.  </p><p>Come by and take a tour! </p><p>Mention Huntsville Hustle and get a free day to try it out. <a href="https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/" target="_blank">https://huntsvillehub.com/take-a-tour/</a></p>