{"id":28,"date":"2020-10-14T17:12:43","date_gmt":"2020-10-14T17:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/centraloregonfoodsystem\/?page_id=28"},"modified":"2021-10-04T18:30:47","modified_gmt":"2021-10-04T18:30:47","slug":"central-oregon-food-collective-partners","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/centraloregonfoodsystem\/","title":{"rendered":"Central Oregon Food Collective Partners"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The purpose of this page is to support the Central Oregon regional food system by creating a space where potential funders from within and outside Central Oregon can see how regional organizations fit together and differentiate. The organizations included on this page are those that are involved in education, outreach, and services that strengthen the Central Oregon food system through events, programs and other work in their community. Most organizations will be nonprofits or affiliated with local, state, or federal agencies, and all will do work and\/or be based here in Central Oregon. This page is updated annually, last update October 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bend Farmers Market<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The mission of the Bend Farmers Market is to create and sustain a centralized market that provides fresh local produce and farm products to the Central Oregon community, providing a viable market for local farmers, and enhancing the business, nutritional, and community health of Central Oregon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our organization benefits consumers and producers alike across Central Oregon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Deschutes County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downtown Bend Farmers Market:  <\/strong>May – October every Wednesday from 2-6pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> bendfarmersmarket@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media<\/strong> @bendfarmersmarket<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council serves the local governments of Central Oregon, providing regional collaboration, efficiencies and service delivery for a strong local economy and quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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COIC’s Community & Economic Development Department supports local food programs, projects, and initiatives that enhance economic outcomes for local farmers & ranchers and other local food businesses. COIC offers facilitation, project management, resource development\/grant writing, and fiscal administration services to our community partners. We engage in regional scale collaborative projects, and do not typically run direct service programs (although we sometimes help launch new programs). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our organization serves all local government entities; local and regional non-profit organizations; small to mid-size food businesses, including farmers and ranchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Crook County, Deschutes County, Jefferson County, and Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

COIC is a great partner if you’re looking to launch or expand a program or initiative, or are looking for ways to increase public sector buy-in for your programs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Central Oregon Locavore Non Profit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Central Oregon Locavore is a non-profit that promotes local food and farmers for the health of our community. We work for an ecologically stable and socially just food system in Central Oregon by improving access to fresh, nutrient-dense local food, educating the community about the benefits of sustainably produced food, and supporting farmers and ranchers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our programs include:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 7 day a week Indoor Farmers Market<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Willing Workers On Local Farmers on farm work days <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Farm Kids on farm learning field trips<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Locavore Food School monthly cooking classes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Edible Adventure Crew foraging forays<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Small Farmer Support Program<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Meet Your Farmer dinner series, and Farm to Table dinner series<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We support local farmers and ranchers by providing them with a year-round incubation market. We provide education and engagement to the community about the local food system, as well as offer educational experiences via WWOLF, Locavore Food School, Farm Kids, Edible Adventure Crew, and Meet Your Farmer dinner series<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Deschutes County and Jefferson County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are supported by our members. Please contact us to become a member. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.centraloregonlocavore.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> info@centraloregonlocavore.org<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong>
Facebook: Central Oregon Locavore Non Profit<\/a>
Instagram: @centraloregonlocavore<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friends of Family Farmers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Friends of Family Farmers is the voice for Oregon family farmers who responsibly steward their land and feed our communities. We promote sensible policies, programs, and regulations that protect and expand the ability of family farmers and ranchers to run successful land-based enterprises while providing safe and nutritious food for all Oregonians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our programs include:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Oregon Pasture Network<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Oregon Farm Link<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Policy Work at the State Level<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Eater Programs: InFARMation (educational events)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Oregon Pasture Network Product Guide<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Watchdog: Representing small and mid-sized farms and holding decision makers and state agencies accountable<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve small and mid-sized family farmers and ranchers and eaters (family farm supporters) statewide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are supported by our members. Please contact us to become a member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.friendsoffamilyfarmers.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> natalie@friendsoffamilyfarmers.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong> Facebook: @friendsoffamilyfarmers<\/a> Instagram: @foffinthefield<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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High Desert Food & Farm Alliance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our mission is to support a healthy and thriving food and farm network in Central Oregon through education, collaboration and inclusivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our programs include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Through VeggieRx we aim to improve healthy eating habits for individuals who are experiencing food insecurity and who have been diagnosed with diet-modifiable disease <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Grow & Give is a fresh food donation program that re-distributes excess food to those in need<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 We offer Farmer\/Rancher Support through a variety of programming<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Our Annual Food & Farm Directory connects consumers with locally grown, raised, and crafted foods<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We support farmers and ranchers, food businesses, and limited-income residents.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Crook County, Deschutes County, Jefferson County, and The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are supported by our members. Please contact us to become a member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.hdffa.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact: <\/strong>info@hdffa.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong> Instagram: @hdffa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NeighborImpact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

NeighborImpact was created in 1985 to represent and serve economically disadvantaged residents of Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Our mission is to support people and strengthen communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our programs include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Food Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Head Start<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Personal Finance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Housing Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Homebuyer Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Weatherization<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Energy Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Rental Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Childcare Resources<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Census Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Oregon Health Plan Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are supported by our members. Please contact us to become a member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.neighborimpact.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> carlys@neighborimpact.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong> Facebook: @NeighborImpact<\/a> Instagram: @neighborimpact<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rogue Farm Corps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


Rogue Farm Corps trains and equips the next generation of farmers and ranchers through hands-on educational programs and the preservation of farmland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Programs Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 The Internship Program is an entry-level, immersive program that combine hands-on training and skills-based education in sustainable agriculture for a full season.

\u2022 The Apprenticeship Program is an advanced on-farm learning experience, combining hands-on training and skills-based education for those ready to dive in to the art and business of sustainable agriculture.

\u2022 On-farm training for both the Internship and Apprenticeship is combined with farm tours, classes, and discussion circles throughout the region, as well as opportunities for independent study. Interns are exposed to a vast array of knowledge and expertise by engaging in the daily life of vibrant, agricultural communities.

\u2022 Our Changing Hands workshops bring together retiring farmers, beginning farmers, and family members for a full day of training on land access, succession planning, and networking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our farmer training programs are suited for anyone interested in exploring sustainable agriculture as a profession. The Changing Hands workshops are open to aspiring farmers and retiring farmers & their family members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Crook County, Deschutes County, Jefferson County and Statewide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website: <\/strong>www.roguefarmcorps.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> gia@roguefarmcorps.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong> Facebook: @RogueFarmCorps<\/a>
Instagram: @roguefarmcorps<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sakari Farms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sakari Farms is an educational Tribal Food Production Farm and houses the Central Oregon Seed Exchange. We are a partner of the Deschutes County Seed Bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Programs Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Technical Assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 On-Farm Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve Deschutes County, Jefferson County, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation, and Statewide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are supported by our members. Please contact us to become a member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.sakarifarms.weebly.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> sakarifarms@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong> <\/strong>Facebook: @<\/a>SakariFarms<\/a>
Instagram: <\/strong>@sakarifarm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Seed to Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our mission at the Seed to Table Program (S2T) is to increase the health and wellness of students and families, specifically decreasing obesity, in the Sisters community through providing equal access to nutritious foods and offering opportunities in garden based wellness education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Programs Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Fresh Food Farmacy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Produce Shares<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Food Bank Donations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 School District Field Trips<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Nutrition and Science Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Adult Garden Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Sisters Farmers Market<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Farm internships and volunteering<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve the general public, students, and vulnerable populations in Deschutes County and The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website:<\/strong> www.seedtotableoregon.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> audrey@seedtotablesisters.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong> Facebook: @seedtotableoregon<\/a> Instagram: @seedtotableoregon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Environmental Center<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our mission is to embed sustainability into daily life in Central Oregon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Programs Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Garden for Every School Program – Our garden for every school program exists to connect youth to nature through food. We support nutrition and garden based education at central Oregon schools through direct service, technical assistance, garden grants, district support, and a local garden educator network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We serve youth, educators, and schools in Crook County, Deschutes County, Jefferson County, The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Reservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are supported by our members. Please contact us if you are interested in becoming a member.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Website: <\/strong>www.envirocenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact:<\/strong> denise@envirocenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social Media:<\/strong>
Facebook: @TheEnvironmentalCenter<\/a>
Instagram: @envirocenterbend
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