This dataset contains information about various organizations and movements focused on food security, agricultural practices, and social justice related to food systems. Each entry includes details regarding the movement's name, location, year of establishment, focus area, a brief description, key leaders, and their respective websites.
Movement Name | Location | Year Established | Focus Area | Description | Key Leaders | Website |
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Community Food Security Coalition | USA | 1994 | Community Food Security | A national organization that promotes food security in communities through policy change and grassroots activism. | Annie Shattuck | www.foodsecurity.org |
Food Not Bombs | Worldwide | 1980 | Food Redistribution | A grassroots movement that shares free vegan and vegetarian food with those in need while advocating for nonviolence and social justice. | Keith McHenry | www.foodnotbombs.net |
Slow Food | Italy | 1986 | Cultural Heritage | Advocates for local food traditions and sustainable agriculture while opposing fast food culture. | Carlo Petrini | www.slowfood.com |
Urban agriculture movement | USA | 2000s | Urban Farming | Promotes growing food in cities to increase access and sustainability. | Various local leaders | www.urbanagriculture.org |
Black Farmers and Agriculturalists Association | USA | 1991 | Racial Justice in Agriculture | Advocates for the rights of Black farmers and promotes sustainable agricultural practices. | John Boyd | www.bfaafarmers.org |
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition | USA | 1988 | Sustainable Agriculture Policy | Encourages policies that promote sustainable agriculture and food systems. | Various leaders | www.nescan.org |
Food Justice Movement | USA | 2000s | Equitable Food Access | A social movement aimed at addressing food inequities and promoting healthy food access for all. | Various leaders | www.foodjustice.org |
Indigenous Food Sovereignty | Worldwide | 2000s | Indigenous Rights and Food Systems | Focuses on the right of Indigenous peoples to control their own food systems and practices. | Various indigenous leaders | www.indigenousfoodsystems.org |
Food Empowerment Project | USA | 2007 | Food Justice | Promotes social justice by empowering individuals to make informed food choices that are healthy and ethical. | Laotian-American plant-based advocates | www.foodispower.org |
Community Gardens Initiative | USA | 1970s | Urban Agriculture | Supports the establishment of community gardens to promote sustainability and food access in urban areas. | Various local organizations | www.communitygarden.org |
Victory Gardens Movement | USA | 1940s | Self-Sufficiency | Promotes growing food in home gardens to encourage self-sufficiency during wartime. | Rosalyn Sussman | www.victorygardens.org |
Food Systems Network | USA | 2010s | Food System Connections | Facilitates collaboration among diverse stakeholders in food systems. | Various leaders | www.foodsystemsnetwork.org |
Earthjustice | USA | 1971 | Environmental Justice | A legal nonprofit that fights for environmental justice, including access to clean food and agricultural practices. | Various lawyers | www.earthjustice.org |
Farmworker Justice | USA | 1985 | Labor Rights in Agriculture | Advocates for farmworkers' rights and improved working conditions. | Various leaders | www.farmworkerjustice.org |
Healthy Food Financing Initiative | USA | 2010 | Food Access | Seeks to eliminate food deserts by financing grocery stores in underserved areas. | Various organizations | www.hffiny.org |
Food as Medicine Coalition | USA | 2010s | Nutrition and Health | Promotes the integration of food and nutrition into healthcare systems. | Various health leaders | www.foodasmedicine.org |
National Black Food & Justice Alliance | USA | 2017 | Racial Justice and Food Sovereignty | Works towards racial equity and food sovereignty for Black communities. | Various leaders | www.blackfoodjustice.org |
We Are All Farmers | USA | 2010s | Community Agriculture | Connects diverse initiatives and advocates for community-scale farmers and agriculture. | Various leaders | www.weareallfarmers.org |
Urban Soil Resources | USA | 2005 | Urban Soil Restoration | Promotes the rebuilding and restoration of urban soil for sustainable agriculture. | Various environmentalists | www.urbansoilresources.org |
Farm to School Network | USA | 2007 | Food Education | Connects schools and local farms to promote healthy food in school cafeterias and food education. | Various educators | www.farmtoschool.org |
Real Food Challenge | USA | 2008 | Campus Food Advocacy | Encourages universities to source real food that is fair, local, and sustainable. | Various student leaders | www.realfoodchallenge.org |
Just Harvest | USA | 1986 | Food Assistance | Works to end hunger and poverty in Allegheny County through advocacy and direct service. | Various leaders | www.justharvest.org |
Food Justice League | USA | 2000s | Community Activism | A grassroots group fighting for food justice, urban agriculture, and equitable access to food. | Local activists | www.foodjusticeleague.org |
Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior | USA | 1992 | Nutrition Education | Promotes sustainable food systems and nutrition education through research and practice. | Various nutritionists | www.sneb.org |
National Farmers Union | USA | 1902 | Rural Advocacy | Advocates for the economic and social well-being of family farmers. | Various leaders | www.nfu.org |
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) | Worldwide | 1980s | Local Food Systems | Connects local farmers with consumers through subscription-based services for fresh produce. | Various local farms | www.csafarms.org |
Food Shift | USA | 2010s | Food Waste Recovery | Aims to reduce food waste through community initiatives and food recovery programs. | Kathy Koshland | www.foodshift.net |
Good Food Advocacy | USA | 2010s | Food Policy | Advocates for policies that promote good food systems that are sustainable and equitable. | Various leaders | www.goodfoodadvocacy.org |
Project NDUSTRY | USA | 2018 | Food Entrepreneurship | Support Black entrepreneurs in the food industry to promote equity and entrepreneurship. | Various leaders | www.projectndustry.org |
Food Justice Network | Canada | 2000s | Equitable Food Systems | Focuses on the intersection of racial justice, food access, and sustainable agriculture. | Various leaders | www.foodjusticenetwork.ca |
Growing Power | USA | 1993 | Urban Agriculture | Promotes sustainability and urban agriculture through education and training programs. | Will Allen | www.growingpower.org |
Food for Change | USA | 2000s | Food Sovereignty | Empowers communities and individuals to create sustainable and just food systems. | Various leaders | www.foodforchange.org |
Los Angeles Food Policy Council | USA | 2011 | Food Systems Policy | Works to improve food access and sustainability in Los Angeles through policy advocacy. | Various leaders | www.lafpc.org |
Collective Baltimore | USA | 2014 | Urban Agriculture | An organization aimed at creating cooperative food systems in Baltimore. | Various leaders | www.collectivebaltimore.org |
Progressive Agriculture Foundation | USA | 1995 | Farm Safety | Advocates for farm safety education and outreach, especially for children in agriculture. | Various leaders | www.progressiveag.org |
Greenbelt Movement | Kenya | 1977 | Reforestation and Food Security | An environmental organization that focuses on reforestation and sustainable agriculture. | Wangari Maathai | www.greenbeltmovement.org |
Community Food Lab | USA | 2014 | Food Innovation | Works to transform food systems through community design and engagement. | Various leaders | www.communityfoodlab.org |
Food Gatherers | USA | 1988 | Food Rescue | A non-profit organization that rescues surplus food to alleviate hunger in communities. | Various leaders | www.foodgatherers.org |
Forks Over Knives | USA | 2011 | Plant-Based Eating | Promotes whole food, plant-based eating for health and environmental sustainability. | Various health advocates | www.forksoverknives.com |
Food 4 Kids | USA | 2000s | Child Nutrition | Provides meals for children in need over the weekends to prevent hunger. | Various leaders | www.food4kids.org |
Healthy Corner Stores Network | USA | 2010 | Food Access | Supports the integration of healthy foods in corner stores for underserved communities. | Various organizations | www.healthycornerstores.org |
Meatless Monday | Worldwide | 2003 | Health Campaign | Encourages people to reduce meat consumption for health and environmental benefits. | Sid Lerner | www.meatlessmonday.com |
Farmer's Union | Various Countries | Various | Rural Advocacy | Advocates for the rights and support of smallholder farmers globally. | Various leaders | www.farmersunion.org |
Food 4 Thought | USA | 2012 | Food Awareness | Promotes awareness around local food systems and sustainable agriculture through community involvement. | Various leaders | www.food4thought.org |
Neighborhood Food Networks | USA | 2000s | Community Organizing | Engages communities in organizing around food access and local food systems. | Various leaders | www.neighborhoodfoodnetworks.org |
Harvest Against Hunger | USA | 2016 | Food Redistribution | Mobilizes volunteers to harvest excess crops on farms to donate to food banks. | Various leaders | www.harvestagainsthunger.org |
Family Farm Defenders | USA | 1994 | Sustainable Agriculture | Advocates for family farmers and sustainable agriculture through policy and education. | John Kinsman | www.familyfarmdefenders.org |
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project | USA | 1998 | Farmer Training | Trains immigrants and refugees in sustainable agriculture and urban farming practices. | Various leaders | www.newentry.org |
Food is Medicine | USA | 2016 | Healthcare and Food Access | Integrates food as part of healthcare to address chronic diseases and food access. | Various healthcare professionals | www.foodismedicine.org |
Growing Hope | USA | 2003 | Food Access and Education | Works to enhance the health and well-being of communities through education and access to nutritious food. | Various leaders | www.growinghope.net |
Food Rescue US | USA | 2011 | Food Waste Reduction | Connects volunteers with businesses to rescue surplus food and distribute it to those in need. | Various leaders | www.foodrescue.us |
Kids' Food Festival | USA | 2013 | Food Education | A festival that promotes healthy eating and cooking among children and families. | Various leaders | www.kidsfoodfestival.com |
Community Action Partnership | USA | 1964 | Anti-Poverty | Works to reduce poverty, including food insecurity, through community partnerships. | Various leaders | www.communityactionpartnership.com |
True Food Kitchen | USA | 2008 | Healthy Eating | A restaurant chain focused on serving healthy, sustainable, and locally sourced food. | Sam Fox | www.truefoodkitchen.com |
Farm to Institution New England | USA | 2013 | Institutional Food Systems | Advances local food purchasing by institutions such as schools and hospitals. | Various leaders | www.farmtoinstitution.org |
Green City Growers | USA | 2009 | Urban Farming | A company that installs and maintains urban farms to promote local food production. | Various leaders | www.greencitygrowers.com |
Black Women for Wellness | USA | 1997 | Health Justice | Focuses on health disparities affecting Black women, including nutrition and food access issues. | Kimberly Seals Allers | www.bwwla.org |
YUM Food Trucks | USA | 2010s | Food Access | Operates food trucks to address food deserts and provide healthy, affordable meals. | Various leaders | www.yumfoodtrucks.org |
Local Food Network | USA | 2000s | Local Food Systems | Promotes and connects local food producers with consumers in their communities. | Various leaders | www.localfoodnetwork.org |
Food Policy Council | USA | 2000s | Food System Advocacy | A group that advises on food policy at local, state, and national levels to improve food systems. | Various leaders | www.foodpolicycouncil.org |
Food for Thought | USA | 1996 | Food Education | Provides food education and literacy programs to underserved communities. | Various leaders | www.foodforthought.org |
Chicago Food Policy Advisory Council | USA | 2012 | Food Systems Policy | Advises the city on food policies to address hunger and access issues. | Various leaders | www.chicagofoodpolicy.org |
FoodShare | Canada | 1985 | Food Access | Works to increase access to fresh, healthy food for low-income families and communities. | Various leaders | www.foodshare.net |
Farm Aid | USA | 1985 | Support for Family Farmers | Raises funds and awareness to support family farmers across the USA. | Willie Nelson | www.farmaid.org |
Food Justice Now! | USA | 2010s | Food Equity Advocacy | Advocates for equitable food access for marginalized communities. | Various activists | www.foodjusticenow.org |
Growing Gardens | USA | 1996 | Community Gardening | Cultivates community gardens to promote food self-sufficiency and education. | Various leaders | www.growinggardens.org |
Food Roots | USA | 2000s | Food Access | Supports local food systems and increase access to healthy food in communities. | Various leaders | www.foodroots.org |
Pantry Partners | USA | 2010s | Food Assistance | Connects food pantries to local markets and farms to source fresh foods for those in need. | Various leaders | www.pantrypartners.org |
Food Restoration Act | USA | 2020 | Food Policy | Proposed legislation aimed at restoring local food systems and access. | Various leaders | www.foodrestorationact.org |
Food for All | USA | 2012 | Food Access | Provides resources and support to improve food access across communities. | Various leaders | www.foodforall.org |
Green Food Systems Coalition | USA | 2018 | Sustainable Food Systems | Advocates for sustainable practices in food production and distribution. | Various leaders | www.greenfoodsystems.org |
Farmers Market Coalition | USA | 2004 | Farmers Market Support | Supports the growth and sustainability of farmers markets in local communities. | Various leaders | www.farmersmarketcoalition.org |
Fresh Moves | USA | 2010s | Mobile Grocery | Operates a mobile grocery store to increase access to fresh food in food deserts. | Various leaders | www.freshmoves.com |
Eat Real | USA | 2011 | Food Access and Nutrition | Promotes access to real food in schools and communities via policy change. | Various leaders | www.eatreal.org |
Food Banking Network | USA | 1992 | Food Redistribution | A network of food banks that provides meals to low-income families. | Various leaders | www.foodbankingnetwork.org |
Urban Harvest | USA | 1994 | Community Gardening | Promotes urban gardening initiatives to support local food access. | Various leaders | www.urbanharvest.org |
Community Plates | USA | 2012 | Food Rescue | Connects restaurants and stores with surplus food to local non-profits serving those in need. | Various leaders | www.communityplates.org |
Fresh Start | USA | 2010 | Food and Employment | A training program that teaches culinary skills to individuals facing barriers to employment. | Various leaders | www.freshstart.org |
NutriBullet Foundation | USA | 2014 | Nutrition for All | Promotes sustainable access to nutritious foods through education and support. | Various leaders | www.nutribulletfoundation.org |
Food Freedom Coalition | USA | 2014 | Local Food Advocacy | Advocates for local food autonomy and freedom of choice in food sourcing. | Various leaders | www.foodfreedomcoalition.org |
Seed Savers Exchange | USA | 1975 | Seed Preservation | A non-profit organization saving and sharing heirloom seeds for diverse food systems. | Darryl Armitage | www.seedsavers.org |
World Food Programme | Worldwide | 1961 | Global Food Security | A global initiative to combat hunger and food insecurity worldwide. | David Beasley | www.wfp.org |
Food Day | USA | 2011 | Food Awareness Day | A nationwide celebration of healthy, affordable, and sustainable food. | Various leaders | www.foodday.org |
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) | USA | 1988 | Agricultural Research | Provides grants and education to promote sustainable farming practices. | Various leaders | www.sare.org |
Just Food | USA | 1995 | Local Food Systems | Supports community-led local food initiatives and advocacy for equitable food systems. | Various leaders | www.justfood.org |
Food for Thought Foundation | USA | 2001 | Food Literacy | Promotes food literacy and awareness through workshops and events. | Various leaders | www.foodforthoughtfoundation.org |
Bluegrass Tomorrow | USA | 1997 | Local Food Policy | Focuses on building sustainable communities through improving local food systems. | Various leaders | www.bluegrasstomorrow.org |
Community Food Lab | USA | 2010s | Culinary Research | Researches community-driven food solutions and food systems improvement. | Various leaders | www.communityfoodlab.org |
Just Transition Alliance | USA | 2010 | Environmental Justice | Advocates for just transitions for environmental and food justice communities. | Various leaders | www.justtransitionalliance.org |
Food Rescue Foundation | USA | 2016 | Food Recovery | Works to combat food waste by connecting individuals with surplus food donations. | Various leaders | www.foodrescuefoundation.org |
Plant-Powered Menus | USA | 2010s | Healthy Eating Education | Promotes plant-based eating in schools and institutions to improve health outcomes. | Various leaders | www.plantpoweredmenus.org |
Local Food Movement | USA | 2000s | Sustainable Agriculture | Encourages the consumption of local food to support farmers and the environment. | Various leaders | www.localfoodmovement.org |
Eat Well Guide | USA | 2012 | Local Food Resources | A guide to finding local, sustainable food sources across the USA. | Various leaders | www.eatwellguide.org |
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) | Worldwide | 1975 | Food Policy Research | Conducts research to inform policies aimed at reducing poverty and ending hunger. | Various researchers | www.ifpri.org |
Food and Water Watch | USA | 2005 | Food and Water Justice | Advocates for clean water and safe food, pushing back against corporate influence in agriculture. | Various leaders | www.foodandwaterwatch.org |
Women, Food and Agriculture Network | USA | 1997 | Women in Agriculture | Focuses on networking and advocacy for women in sustainable agriculture. | Various leaders | www.wfan.org |
Food & Farm Program | USA | 2010s | Food Policy Advocacy | Advocates for policies that support family farms and sustainable food systems. | Various leaders | www.foodandfarmprogram.org |
Rooted in Community | USA | 2005 | Youth Food Activism | Empowers young people to lead food justice initiatives in their communities. | Various leaders | www.rootedincommunity.org |
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina | USA | 1980 | Food Assistance | Distributes food through a network of pantries and meal programs in North Carolina. | Various leaders | www.foodbankcENC.org |
Food Justice Initiative | USA | 2015 | Food Equity | Supports initiatives aimed at addressing inequity in food access for low-income communities. | Various leaders | www.foodjusticeinitiative.org |
National Organic Coalition | USA | 2004 | Organic Advocacy | Advocates for organic farming standards and practices across the USA. | Various leaders | www.natorganiccoalition.org |
Food and Farming Center | USA | 2018 | Food Education and Policy | Aims to improve food literacy and advocate for equitable food policies. | Various leaders | www.foodandfarmingcenter.org |
Equal Exchange | USA | 1986 | Fair Trade | Provides fair trade products while supporting small-scale farmers and cooperatives. | Ruth H. McCarthy | www.equalexchange.coop |
NYC Food Policy Center | USA | 2010 | Food Policy Research | Translates food policy research into actionable solutions for New Yorkers. | Various leaders | www.nycfoodpolicy.org |
Food First | USA | 1975 | Social Justice | A think tank that works to eliminate the root causes of hunger and poverty. | Annie Shattuck | www.foodfirst.org |
American Community Garden Association | USA | 2001 | Community Gardening | Supports community gardening across North America through resources and training. | Various leaders | www.communitygarden.org |
Common Threads | USA | 2001 | Cooking and Nutrition Education | Provides cooking and nutrition education to children in underserved communities. | Various leaders | www.commonthreads.org |
Agricultural Justice Project | USA | 2006 | Fair Food Justice | Focuses on fair labor practices and equitable food systems for farmworkers. | Various leaders | www.ajp.org |
Center for Food Safety | USA | 1997 | Food Safety Advocacy | Advocates for policies that protect human health and the environment from harmful food production practices. | Various leaders | www.centerforfoodsafety.org |
Food Democracy Now! | USA | 2009 | Food Policy Advocacy | Activates citizens to participate in food policy and engages in grassroots action. | Various leaders | www.fooddemocracynow.org |
Food Rescue Hero | USA | 2015 | Food Waste Reduction | Connects food donors with food pantries and other nonprofit organizations for redistribution. | Various leaders | www.foodrescuehero.org |
Culinary Breeding Network | USA | 2015 | Seed Diversity | Brings together chefs, farmers, and breeders to foster culinary diversity in sustainable crops. | Various leaders | www.culinarybreedingnetwork.com |
FoodLab Detroit | USA | 2013 | Food Entrepreneurship | Supports food entrepreneurs in Detroit to create equitable local food economies. | Various leaders | www.foodlabdetroit.org |
Urban Agriculture Network | USA | 2000s | Urban Food Systems | Connects urban agriculture initiatives across the country to share knowledge and resources. | Various leaders | www.urbanagriculture.org |
Waste Not OC | USA | 2015 | Food Waste Reduction | A program aimed at reducing food waste and redistributing surplus food to those in need. | Various leaders | www.wastenotoc.org |
Community Fridge Initiative | USA | 2020 | Food Distribution | Sets up community fridges to provide free food access to neighborhoods in need. | Various leaders | www.communityfridge.org |
Food as Medicine Demonstration Project | USA | 2018 | Food and Healthcare | Integrates food prescriptions into healthcare for disease prevention and management. | Various leaders | www.foodasmedicineproject.org |
Pantry On The Go | USA | 2014 | Mobile Food Pantries | Provides mobile food pantries to decrease food insecurity in rural areas. | Various leaders | www.pantryonthego.org |
Eat Fresh Food Hub | USA | 2019 | Local Food Systems | A local food distribution hub aimed to improve access to fresh produce and local foods. | Various leaders | www.eatfreshfoodhub.org |
Food Coalition of Connecticut | USA | 2010 | Food Justice Advocacy | Works to improve food justice policies and programs in Connecticut. | Various leaders | www.foodcoalitionct.org |
Farmers Markets of America | USA | 2012 | Farmers Market Advocacy | Represents and supports farmers' markets across the country. | Various leaders | www.farmersmarketsofamerica.org |
Organic Seed Alliance | USA | 2004 | Seed Sovereignty | Researches and advocates for organic seed policies and systems. | Various leaders | www.seedalliance.org |
Food Hubs Network | USA | 2005 | Local Food Distribution | Connects local producers with businesses and institutions to streamline food distribution. | Various leaders | www.foodhubsnetwork.org |
Regional Food System Working Group | USA | 2014 | Regional Food Systems | Promotes collaboration between farmers and consumers to build sustainable food systems regionally. | Various leaders | www.regionalfoodsystemworkinggroup.org |
Hearts and Farms | USA | 2015 | Community Supported Agriculture | Promotes local food production and community-supported agriculture initiatives. | Various leaders | www.heartsandfarms.org |
Food Forests Project | USA | 2013 | Edible Landscaping | Uses permaculture principles to create edible forests in urban and suburban areas. | Various leaders | www.foodforestsproject.org |
Neighborhood House | USA | 1894 | Community Support | Provides food access programs and community resources to low-income neighborhoods. | Various leaders | www.neighborhoodhouse.org |
American Farmland Trust | USA | 1980 | Farmland Protection | Advocates for farmland conservation and sustainable farming practices. | Various leaders | www.farmland.org |
Plant-Based Network | USA | 2016 | Plant-Based Advocacy | Supports and promotes plant-based eating through resources and education. | Various leaders | www.plantbasednetwork.org |
Food and Beverage Industry Coalition | USA | 2015 | Industry Advocacy | Supports food systems and engages with the food industry on policy and resources. | Various leaders | www.foodbeveragecoalition.org |
Ubuntu Food Project | USA | 2015 | Local Food Access | Promotes community gardening and food education to increase access to fresh foods. | Various leaders | www.ubuntuproject.org |
LocalHarvest | USA | 1999 | Farm-to-Consumer Connection | Connects consumers with local farmers and food producers for fresh produce and products. | Various leaders | www.localharvest.org |
Share Our Strength | USA | 1984 | Child Hunger Awareness | Focuses on ending childhood hunger through education and advocacy. | Billy Shore | www.nokidhungry.org |
Green Thumb NYC | USA | 1998 | Community Gardening | Supports and develops community gardens in New York City communities. | Various leaders | www.greenthumbnyc.org |
Good Shepherd Services | USA | 1977 | Food and Family Services | Provides food and services to families in need, focusing on holistic support. | Various leaders | www.goodshepherdservices.org |
Chicago Food System Collaborative | USA | 2012 | Local Food Advocacy | Advocates for food system improvements and local food access in Chicago communities. | Various leaders | www.chicagofoodcollaborative.org |
Food Access Coalition | USA | 2015 | Food Equity Advocacy | Brings together organizations focused on improving food access for low-income communities. | Various leaders | www.foodaccesscoalition.org |
NC Food Freedom Coalition | USA | 2018 | Food Sovereignty | Promotes the right to produce and access local food in North Carolina. | Various leaders | www.ncfoodfreedom.com |
Future of Food Initiative | USA | 2016 | Sustainable Food Systems | Explores new models for sustainable food systems through research and advocacy. | Various leaders | www.futureoffood.org |
New York State Farmers' Market Federation | USA | 2004 | Farmers Market Advocacy | Supports farmers' markets and local food systems in New York State. | Various leaders | www.nyfarmersmarket.org |
Food is Essential Coalition | USA | 2020 | Food Worker Advocacy | Advocates for the rights of food workers and improved conditions during crises. | Various leaders | www.foodisessential.org |
Food Security Network | Canada | 2003 | Food Security Advocacy | Addresses food insecurity in communities through network building and advocacy. | Various leaders | www.foodsecuritynetwork.org |
Urban Food Policy Institute | USA | 2016 | Urban Food Systems | Conducts research and provides recommendations for urban food policies and initiatives. | Various leaders | www.urbanfoodpolicyinstitute.org |
Community Table | USA | 2000s | Community Supported Agriculture | Fosters community-supported agricultural initiatives to connect farmers and consumers. | Various leaders | www.communitytable.org |
Dining for Women | Worldwide | 2003 | Food and Women Empowerment | Empowers women and girls in developing countries through funding and education. | Various leaders | www.diningforwomen.org |
Community Food Project | USA | 1996 | Food Equity | Supports projects that address food insecurity and promote nutrition and education in their communities. | Various leaders | www.communityfoodproject.org |
Foodshift | USA | 2016 | Food Waste Recovery | Focuses on creating sustainable food systems and reducing food waste through local initiatives. | Various leaders | www.foodshift.net |
Heritage Foods USA | USA | 2000 | Heritage Breed Advocacy | Advocates for preservation and promotion of heritage breed livestock and food systems. | Various leaders | www.heritagefoodsusa.com |
California Food Policy Council | USA | 2012 | Food Policy Advocacy | Informs and advises state food policies for improved food systems and health. | Various leaders | www.californiafoodpolicy.org |
Seed Matters | USA | 2010 | Seed Sovereignty | Works to protect the diversity of seeds and support seed-saving practices. | Various leaders | www.seedmatters.org |
Good Food for All | USA | 2017 | Food Justice Advocacy | Focuses on advocating for good, equitable food access for everyone. | Various leaders | www.goodfoodforall.org |
Urban Farm Collective | USA | 2010 | Urban Agriculture Advocacy | Supports urban farming and community gardens across the country. | Various leaders | www.urbanfarmcollective.org |
Feeding America | USA | 1979 | Food Security | Nationwide network of food banks providing food to people in need. | Claire Babineaux-Fontenot | www.feedingamerica.org |
Fresh Starts Culinary Academy | USA | 2005 | Culinary Training | Provides culinary training to underserved populations to support employment. | Various leaders | www.freshstarts.org |
Seeds of Peace | USA | 2000s | Food and Peace | Promotes peace initiatives through the lens of food justice and systems. | Various leaders | www.seedsofpeace.org |
Harlem EatUp! | USA | 2016 | Culinary and Cultural Festival | Celebrating the food and culture of Harlem while promoting local businesses. | Various leaders | www.harlemeatup.com |
Food Movement United | USA | 2015 | Food Movement Coalition | Brings together various food justice movements for collective actions and strategies. | Various leaders | www.foodmovementunited.org |
Badass Vegan | USA | 2014 | Plant-Based Advocacy | Promotes plant-based living and healthful eating as a way of life for all. | John Lewis | www.badassvegan.com |
Edible Schoolyard Project | USA | 1995 | Food Education | Teaches children about growing, cooking, and eating healthy food. | Alice Waters | www.edibleschoolyard.org |
Plant-Based Foods Association | USA | 2016 | Plant-Based Food Advocacy | Advocates for the plant-based food industry and sustainability practices. | Various leaders | www.plantbasedfoodsassociation.org |
Food Justice Fellowship | USA | 2020 | Leadership Training | Provides training for emerging leaders in food justice movements and initiatives. | Various leaders | www.foodjusticefellowship.org |
Healthy Food Incentives | USA | 2010s | Food Access | Incentivizes the purchase of healthy foods for low-income families through programs. | Various leaders | www.healthyfoodincentives.org |
Broadway Food Program | USA | 2000s | Food Equity | Provides nutritious meals to families in low-income neighborhoods with local partnerships. | Various leaders | www.broadwayfoodprogram.org |