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Denver, CO

Strengthening local food systems by expanding infrastructure and market reach for small and socially disadvantaged farms.

• Mission: Building a sustainable, equitable local food system that supports small and socially disadvantaged family farms in Colorado.  
• Community Impact: Focused on addressing food insecurity while promoting fair labor practices and environmental sustainability through local food sourcing.  
• Expansion Plans: Enhancing operational capacity to serve larger clients like schools and institutions by investing in infrastructure improvements, equipment, and marketing efforts.  
• Funding Uses: Upgrading equipment such as forklifts, maintaining truck fleets for timely delivery, and strengthening branding to better communicate EDFH’s commitment to local, ethical sourcing.  
• Strategic Focus: Prioritizing support for farmers of color and fostering partnerships to create a regenerative, resilient food supply chain.  
• Growth Strategy: Expanding market reach to institutions, nonprofits, and food service providers to strengthen food access and support local farmers.

East Denver Food Hub (EDFH) is raising funds to expand its capacity and continue its mission of building a sustainable local food system that supports small and mid-sized family farms, with a focus on socially disadvantaged growers. The company plans to enhance its operational efficiency and expand its customer base by investing in infrastructure improvements, including the purchase of essential equipment such as a forklift, and by strengthening its marketing and branding efforts to better reflect its commitment to local, ethical sourcing. EDFH has played a vital role in addressing food insecurity and creating market opportunities for local farmers while fostering environmentally sustainable practices.

By upgrading its capabilities and maintaining its dedication to community impact, EDFH aims to serve larger clients, such as schools and institutions, more effectively and build resilience in the local food supply chain. The funds will also support regular truck maintenance to ensure timely delivery and reduce operational disruptions, enabling EDFH to meet the growing demand for fresh, locally sourced produce while upholding its high standards of quality and fairness.

Company Info

East Denver Food Hub connects local farmers with schools, institutions, and restaurants to build a sustainable and equitable food system.

East Denver Food Hub partners with small and mid-sized family farms to build a resilient local food system in Colorado, prioritizing support for socially disadvantaged growers, including farmers of color. The organization aggregates and distributes fresh, ethically produced food to schools, institutions, and restaurants while maintaining a commitment to fair labor practices and environmental sustainability.

Founded during the COVID-19 pandemic, EDFH began by creating food boxes for WIC programs to address food insecurity and support local farmers. Now operating from a warehouse in Denver, EDFH continues to expand its reach and impact, fostering partnerships with nonprofits and food service providers to streamline procurement and promote a local, regenerative supply chain.