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Food Councils Fund Each Other
To practice equity, and build relationships, knowledge, and accountability, eleven food councils came together to deeply learn about issues, give critical feedback on, and distribute funding for each other’s work through the 2022 Shared Gifting participatory grantmaking.
2023 Community Food Gathering
Join us on March 15 – 16, 2023 in Rocky Mount for Community Food Strategies’ signature statewide event which brings together community food advocates from across the state.
ARPA Advocacy Academy
Join a cohort of nine food councils to explore ARPA funding opportunities, develop strategies, receive financial resources and coaching around effective advocacy with your local government. Apply by October 11th.
Twelve Community Insights for a North Carolina that “Does Food Differently”
These leading insights came from facilitated conversations with different identity groups during the COVID-19 pandemic. They shared their reflections on the food system, their communities, and what could be different.
2022 Food Council Discretionary Funds
A limited-time opportunity for food councils to support small projects.
NC Legislative Session Food Recap & Action
This training with Carolina Farm Stewardship Association and the Rural Center on August 24th will provide an overview of food systems actions and advocacy in the recent NC Legislative Session.