WHO WE ARE
It takes a village (of volunteers)
Firstfruits Farm SLO is a 100% volunteer-run non-profit organization.
Our mission
Caring for the earth and our neighbors by organically farming and freely giving fruits and vegetables to people experiencing food insecurity in San Luis Obispo County, California.
Pillars of Operation
PLANTING HOPE
In a world divided by clan, creed, practice, status, and politics, Firstfruits Farm SLO is committed to choosing love first.
With love for the earth and love for our neighbors, we aim to be an intersection for our community and inspire hope for generations to come.
GROWING GENEROSITY
From seed to harvest, we cultivate our crops through volunteer-run activities, welcoming all ages and skill levels.
Everyone is invited to use their capabilities generously as we grow food to feed our community.
HONORING DIGNITY
We affirm the human right to dignity and belonging, celebrating diversity in our volunteers and recipients.
Through agency partnerships, our donated produce reaches individuals and families with limited access to high-quality, community-grown, fresh food.
History
2011 | A community need is recognized and a dream is formed. A group of friends worked on establishing the farm. | |
2012 | Soil & field preparations begin on a 1 acre parcel of land donated by Ken and Judy Peet. | |
2013 | The farm's first growing season! 8,800 pounds of produce was harvested and distributed through the God's Storehouse food pantry in SLO. | |
2015 | The farm relocates to a 2 acre parcel of land donated by Son Care Foundation. Fruit trees are planted at the farm's original location. | |
2019 | Firstfruits Farm SLO officially establishes as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. | |
2022 | The first set of permanent compost beds are built, starting our journey into regenerative, no-till farming. | |
2024 | A walk-in chiller was constructed to extend the life of our produce and reach more recipients. |
