We’re building an invitation-only shared-resource network focused on grower capacity building, distribution network access, and Farm2Market pathways across the Great Lakes Region and NYC.
We are actively building and tracking these outcomes as the collaborative grows.
Grower participation
Expanding network of urban growers
Food access
Increasing availability of fresh, local food
Partnership growth
Building relationships with institutions and community partners
Local food systems
Strengthening regional distribution and reducing reliance on external supply chains
We focus on outcomes that improve grower economics, expand food access, and strengthen long-term systems resilience.
Why this matters
Many urban growers lack access to stable markets. This model helps unlock consistent revenue opportunities.
Why this matters
Access to fresh food is directly tied to long-term health outcomes and community well-being.
Why this matters
Regional food systems reduce dependency on external supply chains and increase long-term resilience.
Communities are facing rising food costs, limited access to fresh produce, and fragile supply chains. At the same time, urban growers often lack the infrastructure and market access needed to scale their operations.
This collaborative exists to close that gap—connecting local production to local demand through a coordinated, community-centered system.
Invitation only — submit a short bio for consideration and we’ll follow up with next steps.
