Local Food Stewardship

Food Well Alliance is a nonprofit working to build a thriving local food system in metro Atlanta. We support farmers and gardeners and connect people to where their food is grown. With demand for locally grown food on the rise, it's more important than ever to equip growers with the resources they need to provide healthy, fresh food for their communities. We provide resources and support that local growers most need- things like volunteers, labor assistance, tools, tractor lending, training, grants and bulk quantities of compost. Today, we support nearly 200 community gardens and urban farms in Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Gwinnett, and Clayton counties

Additionally, our City Agriculture Planning program connects growers and communities with city officials to develop plans prioritizing urban agriculture with guidance from the Atlanta Regional Commission- similar to housing or transportation plans. So far, we’re working with the Cities of East Point and Alpharetta and looking forward to expanding the program across the region.

For those interested in getting more connected to locally grown food, there are lots of ways to get involved. From on-farm events to volunteering or attending workshops on growing your own food- there’s something for everyone. 

Follow us @foodwellalliance or visit foodwellalliance.org to learn more.

Earning City Forest Certification through Local Food Stewardship is in partnership with Food Well Alliance. By following this track you are acting on your support of Trees, Local Food Justice, Trees Atlanta, and Food Well Alliance

The Local Food Stewardship badge is earned by meeting all (12) of the goals below. Your Local Food Stewardship accomplishment is recognized by the addition of a Local Food Stewardship badge on your City Forest Certification sign.