Qualifications to Lead

Fred Schafer

Owner & Executive Director, Second Chance Farm Ministry

A Track Record of Service

Fred Schafer founded Second Chance Farm Ministry to put his decades of teaching, mentoring, and community service experience to work for the underserved. The testimonials and history below reflect the qualifications, drive, and passion he brings to the Ministry’s mission:

  • Train underserved members of the community to grow their own food
  • Connect people, nature, agriculture, education, spirituality, and health
  • Promote sustainable farming practices
  • Serve food-insecure middle school students
  • Provide free instruction in cooking, natural remedies, nutrition, and Bible study

Qualifications Snapshot

  • Education credentials: Passed all three New York State teacher certification exams (LAST, ATS-W, CST) prior to entering graduate study at Pace University
  • International experience: Taught and developed education programs in China and South Korea, bringing a global perspective to his work
  • Continued growth mindset: Sought out classroom observation and coaching to improve his teaching, even while managing a demanding schedule
  • Reliability: Long-standing record of meeting financial and contractual obligations on or before deadlines
  • Community service: Active history of charitable giving, including furniture donations to local service organizations
  • “In my first advisement session with him, he told me he had already passed all three New York State exams (LAST, ATS-W, and CST) prior to entering Pace’s graduate program. This left quite an impression on me with his ‘go-getter’ attitude that is rare and important in the field of education.”
    Enrico Mayuga
    Ed.M., M.S.Ed.
  • “He is the only teacher I have ever known to come into my class to learn how to teach better, despite his hectic work schedule.”
    William E. Sharpe
    Chairman, English Language Department
  • “Mr. Schafer has met his payment obligations always on or before his scheduled due dates. We would be fortunate to have more clients of his promptness and reliability.”
    David Sanborn
    President, American Affordable Storage
  • “Mr. Schafer constantly strives for excellence. He plans to carry out initiatives in education, having already experienced teaching and program development in China and South Korea. He has embraced a global perspective. Others recognize his thorough preparation for the tasks he undertakes.”
    Dr. Kathryn De Lawter
    Pace University Professor
  • “Please accept this letter of appreciation for the donation of desks and chairs that you have given to our facility.”
    Merna Hughes
    Director

In The Field

Service Experience

Photos from hands-on ministry and community work.

Educational Background

Documentation of Fred’s academic credentials and certifications.

Events Participated In or Created

A look at programs and gatherings Fred has organized or taken part in.

Cultural Interactions

Photos from Fred’s time teaching, dining, and connecting with communities across Asia — including students he taught, conversations on health and nutrition, and cultural immersion that shaped his global outlook on education and service.