EFOD MEMBERS

Focused on building just and sustainable food systems, Agroecology Commons promotes agroecological education and land access for frontline BIPOC communities. They work to challenge the inequities in food production while preserving traditional ecological knowledge.

Based in the Pacific Northwest, the BFSC addresses racial inequities in food systems by empowering Black farmers and food entrepreneurs. They focus on land access, food justice, and fostering economic resilience in BIPOC communities.

Black Oaks Center promotes ecological sustainability and health sovereignty through permaculture and climate resilience education. Their efforts aim to revitalize rural Black communities by addressing food apartheid and creating sustainable food systems.

This urban land trust in Boston secures farmland for Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized communities to increase food sovereignty and land ownership. They support urban farmers with affordable land access to foster community-led food production.

The Chilkoot Indian Association works to restore traditional Tlingit agricultural practices and improve food security for their Alaskan community. By integrating ancestral knowledge with modern food sovereignty efforts, they aim to cultivate resilience and self-sufficiency.

To organize and cultivate long-term residents, especially residents of color and low wealth, to work towards racial, economic, and social liberation.

C2C is a women-led organization advocating for farmworker and immigrant rights in the Pacific Northwest. By building collective power and championing food sovereignty, they work to dismantle systemic inequities in agriculture while supporting leadership within marginalized communities.

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A leader in Detroit’s urban agriculture movement, this network advocates for food sovereignty by operating farms and organizing food policy initiatives. They focus on increasing Black self-reliance through food access and education in underserved neighborhoods.

Centered on revitalizing Indigenous food systems, Dream of Wild Health connects Native American youth to their cultural roots through farming and seed saving. The organization strives to promote intergenerational healing and health within Native communities through food sovereignty initiatives.

Dreaming Out Loud empowers marginalized communities by creating sustainable food systems that address food insecurity and economic inequity. They provide farm and food business development opportunities, with a focus on food justice for Black and Brown communities.

To inspire fresh thinking that creates economic opportunity, social equity, and environmental well-being. Our goal is to foster a natural model of development that creates more resilient communities, economies, and ecosystems here and around the world.

Based in Puerto Rico, this collective focuses on food sovereignty and agroecology to support local farmers and rebuild resilient food systems post-hurricane. They work to preserve cultural foodways and promote sustainable farming practices.

Fountain Heights Farm uses regenerative agriculture to transform vacant urban spaces into hubs for fresh food and community engagement. Their work focuses on addressing food apartheid and fostering self-sufficiency within historically disinvested neighborhoods.

Fresh Future Farms is an urban farm addressing food apartheid by providing affordable, fresh produce to underserved communities. They prioritize economic empowerment by creating jobs and offering leadership opportunities in sustainable agriculture.

HAFA supports Hmong farmers with land access, training, and economic development to build sustainable farming businesses. They focus on creating equitable opportunities for immigrant and refugee farmers in the region.

To serve underinvested communities and build thriving local economies by improving access to transformative capital, and advancing policy through collaborative research and community-driven advocacy.

Kheprw Institute focuses on community empowerment through food justice and social enterprise development. They work with youth and underserved communities to build self-sustaining food systems and create opportunities for economic growth.

La Mujer Obrera is a local independent organization dedicated to creating communities defined by women.

Loiter fosters creative placemaking and economic development through food and arts initiatives in historically marginalized communities. They work to build food sovereignty while creating spaces for social engagement and cultural expression.

Works in partnership with local residents, family farmers, and community-based businesses to improve health, create wealth, and build assets through local food enterprises in limited-resource communities.

Shifting power and capital to advance racial & economic justice.

Oakland Bloom supports immigrant and refugee chefs in the Bay Area by providing cooperative business development and food entrepreneurship opportunities. Their work centers on creating culturally relevant food enterprises that promote economic independence and cultural preservation.

Catering and restaurant that will be co-located on the Allied Media Project campus, shared kitchen space and sourcing from local farmers.

We work to address the structural inequalities embedded in the industrialized food system. Urban farming, fruit tree production and sales, support and job opportunities for returning citizens, collectively owned aquaponics facility and shared cafe space.

Project New Village uses urban agriculture to improve food access and support community wellness in Southeast San Diego. Their initiatives promote food justice, economic development, and health equity for underserved communities.

R.A.G.E. is a resident-driven association established to build relationships with fellow residents, Englewood’s public officials, business owners and organizations. Their work focused on addressing community problems, creating tangible solutions (holistic and block by block) and actively seeking ways to keep fellow residents informed about the latest news in Englewood, Chicago.

This family-owned farm uses regenerative agricultural methods to provide fresh, nutrient-rich produce while preserving land and water resources. Located in a historically underserved rural area, Rocky Acres prioritizes local food access and education on climate-resilient farming.

To build healthier communities for generations to come. Developing grocery retail storefront sourcing from local farmers, community-owned wetland park restoration.

Creating and protecting ownership and economic opportunity for all, especially people of color, women, rural residents and low-wealth families and communities. We do this by providing responsible financial services, lending to small businesses and nonprofits, developing real estate and promoting fair financial practices.

This cooperative supports Black farmers and food entrepreneurs across Southeast Michigan with technical assistance, marketing, and land access. SEMPA focuses on building economic resilience and ensuring food security for BIPOC communities.

Economic and community development nonprofit that aims to strengthen neighborhood resilience in Oakland through the development of public + commercial spaces, workshops + healing retreats, and community programs that promote: compassion, mindfulness practices, healing, equity, collective ownership, community safety, neighborhood solidarity, and cultural food + arts

Women-led cooperative fostering community-driven agricultural practices rooted in traditional farming knowledge. The organization works to ensure food sovereignty and self-determination for Latinx and immigrant communities through sustainable land stewardship.

Urban Growers Collective operates urban farms that provide fresh, healthy food to underserved communities. They focus on food justice, education, and job creation, using agriculture as a tool for healing and empowerment in disinvested neighborhoods.