2022 Impact Report
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Partners IN Food
With federal funds, we are growing the Indiana Value Chain Network to support the viability of Indiana farmers through food access programming, value chain coordination, technical assistance, affordable distribution and public outreach and educational events.
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Food Access
From the beginning, the council has and continues to provide technical assistance and program support to farmers markets and vendors to improve SNAP and WIC redemption rates, and advocate for more responsive programming to families on food assistance
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Region Roots
As a mission-driven, non-profit food hub, our Region Roots Local Farm and Food Hub works with partners and funders to drive more food purchases to local farmers and support the viability and wellbeing of those who grow our food.
A Year of Growth
The NWI Food Council grew from an all volunteer organization founded in 2015 to hiring its first staff in 2022. Our annual budget increased by nearly 1000% and our partnerships expanded statewide and beyond. We are here to lead and support equitable initiatives and robust partnerships in Northwest Indiana and beyond that disrupt systems of oppression and lead to transformative, just, and reparative food systems.