This year marked unprecedented growth and transformation. As we approach our third anniversary as a 501(c)(3), we are deeply grateful for the community that fuels our work.

With your support, we expanded our team, welcoming a Communications & Development Manager to strengthen outreach and fundraising efforts. In collaboration with like-minded organizations, we hosted more educational events than ever, addressing critical issues in food and agriculture.

Our 14th annual TN Local Food Summit set new milestones, from statewide partnerships to record scholarship offerings, connecting more farmers and advocates than ever before. We also advanced our Farmer Relief Fund, fortifying its long-term sustainability to support growers facing extreme weather challenges.

Across Tennessee, our work continues to catalyze partnerships that build a stronger, more localized food system—one that uplifts small and mid-size farmers while expanding access to fresh, local food.

As we step into 2025, we remain focused, determined, and hopeful for the future of food in Tennessee and beyond.