MAFRAC CONNECTS & STRENGTHENS THE
MID-ATLANTIC FOOD SYSTEM

News and Updates

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African American Contributions

Pasture-Raised Chickens

Joanthan Elliott of Living Pastures Farm

"Thanks so much for all your great work MAFRAC"

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Local African Farmers

Leaders of the Future

Empowering Communities of the African Diaspora

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RESOURCE. CONNECT. EMPOWER.

MAFRAC stood up to address the food crisis triggered by the pandemic in March 2020 and continues to resource, connect, and empower farmers, producers, and food organizations -- our stakeholders -- throughout the region.

$1 Million + Awarded

MAFRAC has awarded more than $1 million in local food grans to more than 100 stakeholders through our community driven grant process that engaged more than 60 stakeholders in award decisions since May 2020.

68+Tons Fresh Produce & Other Foods Re-Distributed

Since 2020, MAFRAC has worked closely with our stakeholders to source and help distribute more than 68 tons of excess food within the Mid-Atlantic Area. Our listserv goes out to hundreds of stakeholders who claim and pick up excess foods within hours and sometimes minutes.

Over 275 Stakeholders

Our network of stakeholders include Farmers; Non-Profits & Faith/Community-Based Stakeholders, Daycare Centers; Emergency Shelters; Food Pantries; Food Hubs; Soup Kitchens; Senior Programs; and other School Partners from across the MidAtlantic. We join together every Friday on a stakeholder call to answer the questions: “What do you have, and what do you need?”

Mid Atlantic Food Resilience and Access Coalition

Mid Atlantic Food Resilience and Access Coalition's (MAFRAC) is to cultivate vibrant local food systems that prioritize health, equity, and sustainability from the farm forward. Through this work we will create a more equitable and sustainable local food system that will improve the health of our community, the viability of local farmers, and preserve our environment for future generations.

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.

MAKE AN IMPACT

MAFRAC Stakeholders include farmers, businesses and not-for-profit organizations that are passionate and prepared to serve the community. Our vibrant network of partners is what makes our work possible.

Help Volunteer at Upcoming Events with MAFRAC & Stakeholders

MAFRAC is always seeking to partner with stakeholders & funders that can help us better serve our neighbors throughout the Mid-Atlantic Area.

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Volunteer at Food Distribution

Are you a leader who enjoys sharing something among people and have a passion for distribution? If you are up to the challenge, please click the contact us below.

Delivery Driver

Be part of a team that is committed to the mission of helping people through the power of food. With your help people will get food. Please click the contact us button below.

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Volunteer at a Farmers Market or Community Distribution

Do you like to help people share and sell their products through a network of sellers who operate in their local circles? Please click the contact us below button.

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Harvest Picker

We need people! If you are up for harvest Picking at one of our monthly events in your area. If interested, please click the contact us below button.

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Volunteer to help build or maintain a Garden

Do you enjoy gardening? Scientific evidence has shown that gardening is beneficial to those who garden. Please click the contact us below button.

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  • Help Volunteer at Upcoming Events with MAFRAC & Stakeholders
  • Delivery Driver
  • Harvest Picker
  • Volunteer at Food Distribution
  • Volunteer at a Farmers Market or Community Distribution
  • Volunteer to help build or maintain a Garden
Contact Us

Partner Resources

MAFRAC has an array of resources available for our stakeholders

MAFRAC is always seeking to partner with stakeholders & funders that can help us better serve our neighbors throughout the Mid-Atlantic Area. If you’re interested in learning more about becoming a MAFRAC stakeholder, click below!

Let’s do this:
Please fill out this Matching Local Food Grant Application to apply for this opportunity.

If you don’t have existing relationships with local farmers and producers or HROs, please reach out to us at danielle@mafrac.com so we can help you make those connections.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact danielle@mafrac.com or liz@mafrac.com.

 

Become a Stakeholder (Contact Form)
Path - Matching Grant Application
Co-Op Application
Local Food Grant
(LFPA) Request Form
Farms Market Listing
Resources and Funding Opportunities

Benefits of Partnership

The MAFRAC’s Stakeholders receive access to food, training, and more in support of their work. Stakeholders receive food and health education materials from MAFRAC and distribute them through the Mid-Atlantic area to help create access to good, healthy food in every community. There are all types of food assistance stakeholders. 

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