It’s no secret that money is tight for everyone these days. As a small non-profit that runs Farmers’ Markets and offers complimentary programs, we are not immune to rising costs.

This year has been especially hard on our markets and vendors. Combine rising costs with all the rainy days putting a damper on the markets and various stresses on our communities and well... we're finding it hard to make ends meet just like everyone.

Our Markets are a vital source of fresh produce for our communities and we’re working hard to ensure they’re around for generations to come. Unfortunately, many of our programs are funded by government grants and are negatively impacted when those budgets are being reduced or eliminated.

We’ve realized that for us to continue hosting our Farmers’ Markets, our healthy eating education in schools, our online platform, benefits and incentives, and our supporting programs in urban agriculture and small food entrepreneurs, the time has come for us to reach out to our community and ask for your help!

Please consider becoming a monthly donor. If each person reading this committed to donating just $25 a month, it would ensure the continued operation of our markets and programs throughout the year.

Additionally, those who pledge $50 or more monthly will join our exclusive “Friend of the Market” program. As a member, you'll receive VIP swag items like tote bags and hats and discounts on events and workshops throughout the year.

If you’re not in a position to support us financially, please support us by spreading the word. Go to our Food Access LA Instagram Page and tag your friends, share on your platforms, and tell us in the comments why you’re a Farmers’ Market shopper.

Our favorite saying is “Farmers’ Markets don’t just happen” because we see every week that it takes a group of dedicated and passionate people to show up - rain or shine - and do the work that we all love. We’ve been around for 30 years and we want to be around for 30 more! So please help us reach our goal of 100 monthly donors by becoming one today!

We appreciate each and every one of you and we hope to see you at the Market this week and all the weeks to come!

With gratitude,

The Food Access LA Team

Food Access LA Monthly Supporter