Your support helps us transform the historic Kel-Save building into the new home of WNC From the Ground Up and the WNC Farm to Table food hub—a space dedicated to sustainable agriculture, affordable local food, and food security for all. Together, we’re keeping farmers farming and our community thriving.

In just 4.5 years, we’ve grown from a small wholesale supplier of local food into a multifaceted organization leading initiatives in:

🥦 Food Security Programs: Through initiatives like FarmsSHARE and the Healthy Opportunities Pilot (HOP), we’ve provided fresh, healthy food to WNC families who need it most.
🌾 Farmland Preservation & Farmer Support: Protecting the legacy of local farming for future generations through hosting farmer information sessions in collaboration with groups like NC Soil & Water Foundation, Jackson County Cooperative Extension, Farm Services Agency and many more!
🚜 Retail and Wholesale Expansion: Creating markets that keep farmers viable and local food affordable.
💻 New Online Ordering System & Website: Coming soon—a user-friendly platform that makes shopping local easier than ever, plus a new website!

Why It Matters:
Every dollar you give helps us build infrastructure that:
✅ Supports farmers and strengthens local food systems.
✅ Expands access to fresh, affordable food for WNC families.
✅ Ensures a brighter future for farming and food security in our region.

Join Us in Preserving Farming and Feeding Our Community.
Your donation fuels the growth of our programs,the creation of a food system that works for everyone, and the preservation of farmland for generations to come.

💚 Help us grow the roots for a stronger, more sustainable future in WNC.

Building the Future of Local Food in WNC

Grow the Roots, Feed the Future: Building Community Through Local Food

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