Farmers Market Recovery Mentorship Interest Form

Farmers Market Recovery Mentorship Program Interest Form

In 2025, Food Forward plans to expand our Farmers Market Recovery Program model nationwide with our Farmers Market Recovery Mentorship Program. We are offering this program free of charge. If you’re interested in expanding or implementing a program to recover produce from your local farmers market(s) to make a difference in your own community, you can apply for this program below. For any inquiries, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Join us in this valuable endeavor to champion fresh produce, vibrant communities, and a more sustainable future for all.
Email*
Your Name*
Title*
Organization Name*
Phone number
Are you a registered nonprofit? If so, what is your EIN number?*
Location / Address*
Website and social media links (if applicable)
Current staff size*
How many active volunteers do you have today?*
When did your organization begin?*
What type of work does your organization do today?*
What kind of food recovery and/or distribution has your organization done? Please describe in detail.*
How many partner hunger relief organizations do you currently work with? How much food are you recovering and donating weekly/monthly?*
What infrastructure do you have at your facility and at off site locations?*
Have you had any communication with vendors or market staff at your local farmers market(s) in the past to gauge interest in donating to you? If so, what was the response? If not, do you have any current connections with either?*
How do you currently manage data? (Software, sheets, Salesforce)*
What data do you currently track for food recovery?*
Why do you think your organization and regional farmers market(s) are a good fit for this mentorship program?*
Anything else you'd like to share with Food Forward?
Please check this box to agree with our disclaimer. All recovered produce must be donated, not sold, in order to align with our mission of reducing food waste and supporting communities experiencing food insecurity.*
- I agree

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