Position Openings
We’re currently looking to fill two positions – a Program Assistant and a Youth Food Council Catalyst.
Stories
Food Council and Visit NC Farms App: Call for Collaboration
The initial wave of COVD-19 concerns sparked an increase in consumer demand for local farm products and a dramatic shift to online marketing for farmers. One of the tools farmers and consumers have turned to is the Visit NC Farms App from the NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
POLICY MEMO: Donation of Canned Foods Produced by Volunteer Groups
How North Carolina Municipalities Can Provide the Necessary Policy Framework for the Production of Food on Public Land.
The Use of Publicly Owned Vacant Land for Community Agriculture
How North Carolina Municipalities Can Provide the Necessary Policy Framework for the Production of Food on Public Land.
Backyard Chickens in the City
How Cabarrus County used present-use value tax income to support their Agricultural Economy
Agricultural Development and Farm Preservation Trust Funds
How Cabarrus County used present-use value tax income to support their Agricultural Economy
How food councils are supporting covid-relief efforts
Community Food Strategies released $24,500 in small grants to 25 food councils. Read brief summaries of their work.
2020 Microgrants for Covid-19 Relief: Applications Closed
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Community Food Strategies is offering block grants to food councils up to $1000 to support immediate and long-term relief efforts.
Food Council Connections Calls
We’re hosting statewide calls twice a month to hear from food councils, share updates, hear strategies, and find additional supports for ongoing needs.
Video: Connecting Food and Community
How do you build community through food? Community leaders in our network answer this question to create this powerful reminder of the importance and value of growing and sharing food in our communities. Food is a connector.