Farm Fund

The goal of the Farm Fund is to support and grow the local food and farming economy and increase the amount of locally and sustainably produced products available for sale. Your choice to shop at the Co-op or donate directly to the Farm Fund has grown the Farm Fund’s programs since its inception ten years ago.

For 2010 the Farm Fund committee has identified two crucial needs: to stimulate the demand for local products so sustainable farming grows as a vital part of Whatcom County’s economy; and to increase the supply of local food by supporting new and existing farms to build their businesses and land base. To address these two areas the Farm Fund is continuing its current grant program for local food and farming projects that support the growth of sustainable agriculture in Whatcom County, educate consumers, and increase access to local food. In 2010 the Farm Fund also launched a new revolving loan fund for local farms committed to using sustainable practices.

2010 Grant and Initial Loan Recipients

We are excited to present the following 2010 grant and initial loan recipients. This is your money and support of local food and farming in action! For more details on these organizations, see the full story on page 1 of our April 2010 newsletter.

Osprey Hill Farm
Local Food Works
Whatcom Grain Project
Sumas River Farm
The Food Bank Farm
Bellingham Urban Garden Syndicate
Tailwinds Farm

For more information about the fund or to join the Farm Fund Committee, contact Jean Rogers at jeanr@communityfood.coop.

See or print our Farm Fund brochure or pick up a brochure next time you’re at the store. Watch for updates about the Farm Fund in the Co-op newsletter.

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