Mid Atlantic Food Resilience and Access Coalition
The Mid Atlantic Food Resilience and Access Coalition (MAFRAC) is a catalyst for transformative change in the local food system. We are a dynamic network of farmers, producers, health advocates, and community leaders committed to cultivating a future where food is a bridge to health, equity, and sustainability. Our vision is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves access to fresh, nutritious food and that thriving local food systems are essential to the well-being of our communities and the environment.
By prioritizing health from the farm forward, MAFRAC envisions a food system that uplifts underserved populations, strengthens the economic viability of local farmers, and preserves our natural resources for future generations. We are not just addressing food insecurity but reimagining how food is grown, shared, and valued. Through innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering focus on equity, MAFRAC is building a resilient food future—where vibrant communities, sustainable agriculture, and environmental stewardship intersect. This is who we are, and this is the legacy we are cultivating for the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond.
Through our four program areas - Sustainable Agriculture, Food Access, Farm and Nutrition Education, and Hunger Relief Organizations capacity building. We work to improve access to affordable, sustainably grown food for people of all income levels; raise awareness about healthy food and its resources; and establish innovative connections between local, sustainable farms and consumers at all income levels.
We host MAFRAC’s Friday Stakeholder Calls are a collaborative platform bringing together a diverse group of partners, including local farmers, producers, hunger relief organizations, health centers, educators, and community leaders. Held the 2nd & 4th Friday of each month, these calls serve as a hub for sharing updates, discussing challenges, and fostering collaboration to address food insecurity, promote health equity, and build sustainable food systems. Participants exchange best practices, align efforts on current projects like the "Fueling Healthy Futures" program, and identify opportunities for partnership and resource sharing. The calls strengthen MAFRAC’s network, ensuring coordinated, impactful responses to the evolving needs of the communities we serve.
