East End Food Institute

Kitchen: East End Food has grown to fulfill a true need in the local food community, working with farms to create new distribution channels for surplus produce. When a farm becomes a Business Member with East End Food, they gain access to a comprehensive suite of services and support, including assistance in packaging and label requirements, connecting with new buyers and expanding distribution networks. Through our membership, farms can effectively scale their operations, increase their revenue streams and contribute to the sustainable growth of the local agriculture economy.MARKET: East End Food serves as a catalyst for small-scale food entrepreneurs looking to start and grow their businesses. Our shared community kitchen offers a licensed space for producers to make their goods, and our in-person and virtual farmers markets provide important platforms to bring their products to the community. When food producers become Business Members with East End Food, they gain access to a wide range of resources and support, including licensing, packaging, and distribution logistics, paving the way for long-term success within the local food industry and beyond.G&A: East End Food believes good, local food is for everyone. Through our farm to community, farm to school and farmers market programs, we strive to ensure that individuals of all backgrounds and income levels have the opportunity to enjoy fresh, nutritious, and locally sourced food. There are so many ways to get involved with our work. Donate to support our programs, volunteer to help keep our operations running smoothly and shop our in-person and virtual markets to empower local farm, food and craft businesses. Together, we can create a thriving and equitable food system.