BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251201T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251201T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250430T205216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T205218Z UID:10000689-1764547200-1764633599@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Become an SAFSF Member DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been the leading national membership organization for philanthropy and impact investors committed to creating an equitable and sustainable food and agriculture system. Our network of nearly 120 member organizations includes foundations\, impact investors\, community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, funding collaboratives\, and re-granting organizations. SAFSF membership offers networking\, learning\, professional development\, and strategic collaboration opportunities. We are committed to racial equity and social justice.  Join us for great impact if you are a values-aligned funder supporting sustainable agriculture and food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\nOur network thrives on active member participation. Key benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nMember Portal and Listserv—Access to exclusive recordings\, member rosters\, and a forum to connect with other members.\n\n\n\nCustomized Data Insights—Request customized data reports to inform your funding strategy and identify funders with similar interests.\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice—SAFSF members can join our Learning Communities. Currently\, we offer groups tailored to Small Funders\, Health Funders\, and Indigenous Food Systems\, led by member co-chairs and supported by SAFSF staff.\n\n\n\nAnnual Forum—Enjoy inspirational learning\, dynamic connections\, and community-building opportunities. Members receive discounted registration for their organization.\n\n\n\nPolicy Insights—SAFSF provides cutting-edge insights on policy change in food and agriculture. Stay informed with our monthly members-only email newsletter on key policy issues in sustainable agriculture and food systems.\n\n\n\nNetworking—Connect with new and experienced funders across various issue areas\, funding types\, and geographies.\n\n\n\nIssues Alignment—Collaborate with strategic partners to co-develop or co-fund impactful projects with SAFSF strategic convenings and working groups.\n\n\n\nProfessional Development—Access growth opportunities\, serve on committees\, or join our Board of Directors.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives\, and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs\, and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nApplications are reviewed quarterly (January 15\, April 15\, July 30\, October 15\, and December 1) by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors. Eligible organizations use grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as core strategies. We invite organizations to join as collaborative peers\, not for fundraising purposes. \n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact membership@safsf.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFSF-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsOther Funders/Intermediaries<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500 URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-become-an-safsf-member-4/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/December-Deadline.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20251001T150321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T190812Z UID:10000713-1763856000-1763942399@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: 2026 SAFSF Forum Request For Proposals DESCRIPTION:We are seeking proposals for workshops\, learning dinners\, lightning talks\, and field days that align with SAFSF’s mission and goals for the conference. In addition to shaping the 2026 SAFSF Forum\, these submissions will contribute to ongoing program development within SAFSF\, helping us identify key areas for future events\, workshops\, and initiatives throughout the year.  \n\n\n\nTo help foster a diverse and representative Forum program that supports systems change in food and agriculture\, we invite funders\, frontline community and movement leaders\, and practitioners who are dedicated to advancing equity and sustainability in food and agriculture to propose a session through this RFP. \n\n\n\nPlease use this form to submit a session proposal by Sunday\, November 23\, at 11:59 PM PT. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the RFP process\, including session formats\, themes\, timeline\, and more visit this page. \n\n\n\nSAFSF will be hosting an open house on Thursday\, October 23 at 12PM PT to answer questions about the RFP process. Please note we will not be able to provide feedback on individual session proposals at this time. This session will be recorded for those unable to attend live.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE \n\n\n\nSUBMIT A PROPOSAL\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the 2026 SAFSF Forum\n\n\n\nThe SAFSF Forum is a unique conference for the full spectrum of funders—including philanthropy\, investors\, community finance\, and intermediaries—to foster collaboration among peers\, field leaders\, and practitioners across the country around a shared mission for equitable and sustainable food and agriculture. The conference focuses on different approaches to moving impact capital to transform food systems. While funder learning is a central goal\, nonprofit movement leaders and food system partners are integral to the event’s success\, bringing on-the-ground wisdom and solutions. As we face a moment of profound transformation across non-profit\, philanthropy\, and food systems\, the SAFSF Forum is a gathering place for sense-making\, solutions\, and solidarity.  \n\n\n\nThe 2026 SAFSF Forum will take place in Savannah\, Georgia—a place where Afro-Indigenous stewardship\, Gullah Geechee traditions\, and Southern agrarian and culinary innovation intersect with today’s climate crisis\, land loss\, and rural economic disinvestment. The U.S. South is a fulcrum of American food and agriculture: a production powerhouse; a hub for farmworker and H-2A dynamics that shape national food supply; a climate frontline facing extreme heat\, hurricanes\, and flooding; and a logistics hub where Gulf and Atlantic ports—Savannah among them—move goods globally. Equity\, divestment\, and ownership struggles are also acutely felt here\, from Black land stewardship and heirs’ property challenges to corporate land capture in rural communities forcing displacement of local food systems. Because issues of land justice\, climate change\, rural economic development\, and systems of racism and exclusion converge so intensely in the South\, investing in community-led solutions in food and agriculture in the region can offer solutions to the country and the world. Throughout the Forum\, we will trace the throughline of Black and Indigenous Agrarianism\, uplifting lineages of liberatory organizing\, cooperative economics\, and rural self-determination that lay the foundation for a climate-resilient\, healthy\, and equitable food future beyond corporate control. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-2026-safsf-forum-request-for-proposals/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,SAFSF Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2026-forum-slide-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250414T162442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T162444Z UID:10000676-1760486400-1760572799@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Become an SAFSF Member DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been the leading national membership organization for philanthropy and impact investors committed to creating an equitable and sustainable food and agriculture system. Our network of nearly 120 member organizations includes foundations\, impact investors\, community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, funding collaboratives\, and re-granting organizations. SAFSF membership offers networking\, learning\, professional development\, and strategic collaboration opportunities. We are committed to racial equity and social justice.  Join us for great impact if you are a values-aligned funder supporting sustainable agriculture and food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\nOur network thrives on active member participation. Key benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nMember Portal and Listserv—Access to exclusive recordings\, member rosters\, and a forum to connect with other members.\n\n\n\nCustomized Data Insights—Request customized data reports to inform your funding strategy and identify funders with similar interests.\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice—SAFSF members can join our Learning Communities. Currently\, we offer groups tailored to Small Funders\, Health Funders\, and Indigenous Food Systems\, led by member co-chairs and supported by SAFSF staff.\n\n\n\nAnnual Forum—Enjoy inspirational learning\, dynamic connections\, and community-building opportunities. Members receive discounted registration for their organization.\n\n\n\nPolicy Insights—SAFSF provides cutting-edge insights on policy change in food and agriculture. Stay informed with our monthly members-only email newsletter on key policy issues in sustainable agriculture and food systems.\n\n\n\nNetworking—Connect with new and experienced funders across various issue areas\, funding types\, and geographies.\n\n\n\nIssues Alignment—Collaborate with strategic partners to co-develop or co-fund impactful projects with SAFSF strategic convenings and working groups.\n\n\n\nProfessional Development—Access growth opportunities\, serve on committees\, or join our Board of Directors.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives\, and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs\, and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nApplications are reviewed quarterly (January 15\, April 15\, July 30\, and October 15) by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors. Eligible organizations use grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as core strategies. We invite organizations to join as collaborative peers\, not for fundraising purposes. \n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact membership@safsf.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFSF-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsOther Funders/Intermediaries<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500 URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-become-an-safsf-member-3/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250616T183407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T204119Z UID:10000696-1753920000-1754006399@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Open Call for Board Nominations DESCRIPTION:Interested in stewardship of Sustainable Agriculture and Food System Funders? An open call for nominations to SAFSF’s Board of Directors will run until July 31\, 2025. \n\n\n\nOpen board positions will be filled for three-year terms that begin on January 1\, 2026. Open Board seats for 2026 are for both SAFSF members and non-member funders. Nominations will be reviewed by the member-led Nominating Committee and Board of Directors\, with notification to selected candidates happening in late November 2025.  \n\n\n\nPlease consider nominating yourself or a colleague to bring your perspective\, expertise\, and energy to the work of SAFSF!  \n\n\n\nWe are looking for qualified candidates who display the following: \n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF: Demonstrated familiarity and commitment to advancing the mission of SAFSF through participation in events\, learning spaces\, committees or other pathways of participation.\n\n\n\nBoard or Governance Experience: Brings previous experience serving on a Board of Directors or strong familiarity with the governance role of a non-profit Board of Directors. .\n\n\n\nLeadership Experience: Demonstrates leadership in the funding field and food and agriculture systems change work.\n\n\n\nValues Alignment: Demonstrates alignment with SAFSF’s values and vision for social and racial equity in food and agriculture\, and building a big tent of funders to support food system transformation.\n\n\n\nEthics: Demonstrates good faith interest in Board roles and responsibilities\, including governance\, fundraising\, and championing the mission of SAFSF\, and is free of conflicts of interest.\n\n\n\nContribution to Board: Demonstrates interest and ability to volunteer time and resources to advance the impact and fiscal health of the organization. \n\n\n\nRepresentation: Contributes to diversity of perspectives on the Board\, representing a diversity of experiences across gender\, race/ethnicity\, age\, geography\, subject matter expertise and type of funding organization. \n\n\n\n\nTimeline for the nomination process: \n\n\n\n\nJuly 31 | Applications due\n\n\n\nAugust – October | Candidate interviews with the Nominating Committee\n\n\n\nNovember | Board of Directors vote and new Directors notified\n\n\n\nDecember | New Board Member Orientation \n\n\n\nJanuary | Term begins \n\n\n\n\nSelf-nomination or nominations of other qualified candidates are welcome. If you have questions about the form or process\, please contact Holly Hanes at holly@safsf.org. \n\n\n\n\nBoard Nomination Form URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-open-call-for-board-nominations/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Committee-Sign-Up-e1707837778948.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250414T160608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T160610Z UID:10000675-1753833600-1753919999@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Become an SAFSF Member DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been the leading national membership organization for philanthropy and impact investors committed to creating an equitable and sustainable food and agriculture system. Our network of nearly 120 member organizations includes foundations\, impact investors\, community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, funding collaboratives\, and re-granting organizations. SAFSF membership offers networking\, learning\, professional development\, and strategic collaboration opportunities. We are committed to racial equity and social justice.  Join us for great impact if you are a values-aligned funder supporting sustainable agriculture and food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\nOur network thrives on active member participation. Key benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nMember Portal and Listserv—Access to exclusive recordings\, member rosters\, and a forum to connect with other members.\n\n\n\nCustomized Data Insights—Request customized data reports to inform your funding strategy and identify funders with similar interests.\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice—SAFSF members can join our Learning Communities. Currently\, we offer groups tailored to Small Funders\, Health Funders\, and Indigenous Food Systems\, led by member co-chairs and supported by SAFSF staff.\n\n\n\nAnnual Forum—Enjoy inspirational learning\, dynamic connections\, and community-building opportunities. Members receive discounted registration for their organization.\n\n\n\nPolicy Insights—SAFSF provides cutting-edge insights on policy change in food and agriculture. Stay informed with our monthly members-only email newsletter on key policy issues in sustainable agriculture and food systems.\n\n\n\nNetworking—Connect with new and experienced funders across various issue areas\, funding types\, and geographies.\n\n\n\nIssues Alignment—Collaborate with strategic partners to co-develop or co-fund impactful projects with SAFSF strategic convenings and working groups.\n\n\n\nProfessional Development—Access growth opportunities\, serve on committees\, or join our Board of Directors.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives\, and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs\, and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nApplications are reviewed quarterly (January 15\, April 15\, July 30\, and October 15) by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors. Eligible organizations use grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as core strategies. We invite organizations to join as collaborative peers\, not for fundraising purposes. \n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact membership@safsf.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFSF-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsOther Funders/Intermediaries<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500 URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-become-an-safsf-member-2/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250616T183114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T220704Z UID:10000695-1750723200-1754006399@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Open Call for Board Nominations DESCRIPTION:Interested in stewardship of Sustainable Agriculture and Food System Funders? An open call for nominations to SAFSF’s Board of Directors will run until July 31st. \n\n\n\nOpen board positions will be filled for three-year terms that begin on January 1\, 2026. Open Board seats for 2026 are for both SAFSF members and non-member funders. Nominations will be reviewed by the member-led Nominating Committee and Board of Directors\, with notification to selected candidates happening in late November 2025.  \n\n\n\nPlease consider nominating yourself or a colleague to bring your perspective\, expertise\, and energy to the work of SAFSF!  \n\n\n\nWe are looking for qualified candidates who display the following: \n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF: Demonstrated familiarity and commitment to advancing the mission of SAFSF through participation in events\, learning spaces\, committees or other pathways of participation.\n\n\n\nBoard or Governance Experience: Brings previous experience serving on a Board of Directors or strong familiarity with the governance role of a non-profit Board of Directors. .\n\n\n\nLeadership Experience: Demonstrates leadership in the funding field and food and agriculture systems change work.\n\n\n\nValues Alignment: Demonstrates alignment with SAFSF’s values and vision for social and racial equity in food and agriculture\, and building a big tent of funders to support food system transformation.\n\n\n\nEthics: Demonstrates good faith interest in Board roles and responsibilities\, including governance\, fundraising\, and championing the mission of SAFSF\, and is free of conflicts of interest.\n\n\n\nContribution to Board: Demonstrates interest and ability to volunteer time and resources to advance the impact and fiscal health of the organization. \n\n\n\nRepresentation: Contributes to diversity of perspectives on the Board\, representing a diversity of experiences across gender\, race/ethnicity\, age\, geography\, subject matter expertise and type of funding organization. \n\n\n\n\nTimeline for the nomination process: \n\n\n\n\nJuly 30 | Applications due\n\n\n\nAugust – October | Candidate interviews with the Nominating Committee\n\n\n\nNovember | Board of Directors vote and new Directors notified\n\n\n\nDecember | New Board Member Orientation \n\n\n\nJanuary | Term begins \n\n\n\n\nSelf-nomination or nominations of other qualified candidates are welcome. If you have questions about the form or process\, please contact Holly Hanes at holly@safsf.org. \n\n\n\n\nBoard Nomination Form URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/call-for-board-nominations-2025/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Committee-Sign-Up-e1707837778948.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250430T184415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191543Z UID:10000688-1748390400-1748476799@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Last Chance to Register for the 2025 SAFSF Forum DESCRIPTION:The SAFSF Forum is a unique conference for the full spectrum of funders—including philanthropy\, investors\, community finance\, and intermediaries—to engage with peers\, movement leaders\, and practitioners across the country around a shared mission for equitable and sustainable food and agriculture.   \n\n\n\nWe are gathering at Tamaya Resort\, which is located on sovereign Santa Ana Pueblo land\, June 9-12. Join us for skill building\, networking\, and leadership development in food and agriculture systems change. \n\n\n\nRegistration Rates\n\n\n\nWe are offering a 5% discount on registration for groups of 3 or more when registered and paid in one transaction. The discount will not apply if each person registers and pays separately. \n\n\n\nFood System Partner registration is an SAFSF member benefit. Each SAFSF member organization is entitled to invite one representative of an organization that they are sponsoring to attend the Forum. Email membership@safsf.org for questions about this member benefit.  \n\n\n\nWe are offering a 5% discount on registration for groups of 3 or more when registered and paid in one transaction. The discount will not apply if each person registers and pays separately. \n\n\n\nFood System Partner (FSP) registration is an SAFSF member benefit. Each SAFSF member organization is entitled to invite one representative of an organization that they are sponsoring to attend the Forum. Please log in to the SAFSF Member Portal for the FSP registration code. If you have questions about this member benefit email membership@safsf.org.  \n\n\n\nEarly bird registration closed April 28\, 2025.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunders who have been selected to organize Forum sessions are expected to cover travel and accommodations of their (non-funder) speakers\, as well as a meaningful honoraria for their time and expertise. Registration fees will be waived for non-funder speakers confirmed prior to April 15\, 2025. Funder speakers will receive a code for a discounted (member) registration rate. New this year\, SAFSF has a limited budget to support scholarships for up to 20 community-based leaders who are speaking in plenary and program sessions. Scholarships have been distributed and this information has been communicated to organizers. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\n\n\n\nMAIN FORUM PAGE\n\n\n\nFAQs URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/2025-forum-registration-deadline/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,Forum Networking,In Person Gathering,SAFSF Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Forum-Webpage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20250414T160349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T160450Z UID:10000674-1744675200-1744761599@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Become an SAFSF Member DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been the leading national membership organization for philanthropy and impact investors committed to creating an equitable and sustainable food and agriculture system. Our network of nearly 120+ member organizations includes foundations\, impact investors\, community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, funding collaboratives\, and re-granting organizations. SAFSF membership offers networking\, learning\, professional development\, and strategic collaboration opportunities. We are committed to racial equity and social justice.  Join us for great impact if you are a values-aligned funder supporting sustainable agriculture and food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\nOur network thrives on active member participation. Key benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nMember Portal and Listserv—Access to exclusive recordings\, member rosters\, and a forum to connect with other members.\n\n\n\nCustomized Data Insights—Request customized data reports to inform your funding strategy and identify funders with similar interests.\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice—SAFSF members can join our Learning Communities. Currently\, we offer groups tailored to Small Funders\, Health Funders\, and Indigenous Food Systems\, led by member co-chairs and supported by SAFSF staff.\n\n\n\nAnnual Forum—Enjoy inspirational learning\, dynamic connections\, and community-building opportunities. Members receive discounted registration for their organization.\n\n\n\nPolicy Insights—SAFSF provides cutting-edge insights on policy change in food and agriculture. Stay informed with our monthly members-only email newsletter on key policy issues in sustainable agriculture and food systems.\n\n\n\nNetworking—Connect with new and experienced funders across various issue areas\, funding types\, and geographies.\n\n\n\nIssues Alignment—Collaborate with strategic partners to co-develop or co-fund impactful projects with SAFSF strategic convenings and working groups.\n\n\n\nProfessional Development—Access growth opportunities\, serve on committees\, or join our Board of Directors.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives\, and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs\, and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\nInterpretation of these criteria is at the discretion of the SAFSF Board of Directors. The Board of Directors also reserves the right to review a member’s fulfillment of these criteria at any time. Members may not use their participation in SAFSF for promotional purposes or for private gain. SAFSF reserves the right to deny membership or remove a member if an applicant’s or member’s actions reflect poorly on the field and might harm SAFSF’s reputation\, staff\, members\, or member organizations. While not an exhaustive list\, lawsuits\, federal or state investigations\, consumer boycotts\, or other significant actions against an applicant\, member\, or affiliated organization would raise such concern.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nApplications are reviewed quarterly (January 15\, April 15\, July 31\, and October 15) by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors. Eligible organizations use grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as core strategies. We invite organizations to join as collaborative peers\, not for fundraising purposes. \n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact membership@safsf.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFSF-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsOther Funders/Intermediaries<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500 URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-become-an-safsf-member/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20241210T184151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T185334Z UID:10000654-1736640000-1736726399@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Idea Submissions Due for 2025 SAFSF Forum DESCRIPTION:SAFSF is excited to announce the launch of our Request for Ideas (RFI). This initiative will gather ideas throughout the year for our general programming\, with a specific call for 2025 SAFSF Forum submissions by Sunday\, January 12. For this deadline\, we are particularly seeking ideas that can be developed into proposals to engage a diverse range of funders—including philanthropy\, community development finance institutions\, public agencies\, and impact investors—in strategies that drive systems change. These proposals can address elements of systems change  such as culture\, policy\, markets\, and tools\, all in support of building a more resilient\, just\, and democratic food and agriculture system. \n\n\n\nBeyond this deadline\, the RFI will remain open throughout the year to gather ongoing input and foster continuous dialogue with our network of collaborators. We aim to engage more broadly in partnership for the ongoing development of SAFSF’s programs\, both for the Forum and future program initiatives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSUBMIT AN IDEA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the 2025 SAFSF Forum\n\n\n\nThe Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Funders (SAFSF) Forum is a unique gathering for the full capital spectrum of funders interested in education\, skill building\, and leadership development in food and agriculture. We will partner with the national ecosystem of funders\, frontline community and movement leaders\, and practitioners dedicated to advancing equity and sustainability in food and agriculture. The 2025 SAFSF Forum\, hosted at the Tamaya Resort\, in Santa Ana Pueblo\, New Mexico\, will focus on advancing solutions through a systems change approach\, grounded in the values of resilience\, justice\, and democracy.  \n\n\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\n\n\nWe invite high-level ideas for workshops\, structured networking\, learning dinners\, and field-based learning experiences that align with SAFSF’s vision for systems change in food and agriculture. This RFI is designed to be accessible and collaborative\, providing an opportunity for potential collaborators to share their initial thoughts and receive support in developing full proposals. By engaging a broad range of voices—from frontline communities and movement leaders to funders\, government leaders\, field-based practitioners\, and other stakeholders—we aim to create a program that is inclusive\, equitable\, and representative of diverse perspectives. \n\n\n\nMore information about the RFI Process\, including session type descriptions\, submission requirements\, timeline\, and more can be found here. For questions or more information about this RFI\, please contact the SAFSF Program Team at events@safsf.org. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to reading your ideas and working together to build a just and equitable food and agriculture system. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-2025-safsf-forum-ideas/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,RFI,SAFSF Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/RFI.FeaturedWork-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20241104T155113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T155246Z UID:10000647-1733097600-1733183999@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Join Our Community by December 2 DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been home to hundreds of philanthropic and investment organizations moving capital toward a more just and sustainable food system. This has been an exciting year at SAFSF. With a new Strategic Direction forthcoming\, we are looking forward to a big year in 2025\, including new programs\, the return of our popular Annual Forum\, and many member-only experiences and resources. We welcome you\, your voice and expertise into our community as we usher in a new year. \n\n\n\nTo celebrate an exciting year of growth and change\, we have an extra opportunity for you to join our community. Funders of all kinds – grantmakers\, investors\, lenders and other community finance organizations – are invited to apply for membership by Monday\, December 2\, ensuring your membership is activated at the top of the new year! \n\n\n\nSAFSF membership offers robust opportunities to strengthen connections\, foster collaboration\, and build capacity alongside funding peers. Here is a sampling of the benefits of membership: \n\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice \n\n\n\nAccess to data and reports about food and ag funding\n\n\n\nMember-only listserv and events\n\n\n\nFood and agriculture policy analysis and insights\n\n\n\nDiscounted registration on in-person events and Annual Forum \n\n\n\nProfessional and leadership opportunities \n\n\n\n\nTo learn more about membership benefits\, eligibility\, and annual dues schedule a call or email our Membership Team at membership@safsf.org.  URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/join-our-community-by-december-2/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Clares-Top-Pick-for-Gathering-Photo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241015T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20231017T182317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T182054Z UID:10000588-1728950400-1729036799@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Become an SAFSF Member DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been the leading national membership organization for philanthropy and impact investors committed to creating an equitable and sustainable food and agriculture system. Our Network of 100+ member organizations includes foundations\, impact investors\, community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, funding collaboratives\, and re-granting organizations. SAFSF membership offers networking\, learning\, professional development\, and strategic collaboration opportunities. We are committed to racial equity and social justice.  Join us for great impact if you are a values-aligned funder supporting sustainable agriculture and food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\nOur network thrives on active member participation. Key benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nMember Portal and Listserv—Access to exclusive recordings\, member rosters\, and a forum to connect with other members.\n\n\n\nCustomized Data Insights—Request customized data reports to inform your funding strategy and identify funders with similar interests.\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice—SAFSF members can join our Learning Communities. Currently\, we offer groups tailored to Small Funders\, Health Funders\, and Indigenous Food Systems\, led by member co-chairs and supported by SAFSF staff.\n\n\n\nAnnual Forum—Enjoy inspirational learning\, dynamic connections\, and community-building opportunities. Members receive discounted registration for their organization.\n\n\n\nPolicy Insights—SAFSF provides cutting-edge insights on policy change in food and agriculture. Stay informed with our monthly members-only email newsletter on key policy issues in sustainable agriculture and food systems.\n\n\n\nNetworking—Connect with new and experienced funders across various issue areas\, funding types\, and geographies.\n\n\n\nIssues Alignment—Collaborate with strategic partners to co-develop or co-fund impactful projects with SAFSF strategic convenings and working groups.\n\n\n\nProfessional Development—Access growth opportunities\, serve on committees\, or join our Board of Directors.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives\, and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs\, and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\nInterpretation of these criteria is at the discretion of the SAFSF Board of Directors. The Board of Directors also reserves the right to review a member’s fulfillment of these criteria at any time. Members may not use their participation in SAFSF for promotional purposes or for private gain. SAFSF reserves the right to deny membership or remove a member if an applicant’s or member’s actions reflect poorly on the field and might harm SAFSF’s reputation\, staff\, members\, or member organizations. While not an exhaustive list\, lawsuits\, federal or state investigations\, consumer boycotts\, or other significant actions against an applicant\, member\, or affiliated organization would raise such concern.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nApplications are reviewed quarterly (January 15\, April 15\, July 31\, and October 15) by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors. Eligible organizations use grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as core strategies. We invite organizations to join as collaborative peers\, not for fundraising purposes. \n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact senior membership associate\, Holly Enowski (holly@safsf.org). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFS-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsCDFIs/Regranting Organizations/Community Foundations<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500 URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-apply-for-safsf-membership-4/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240731T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240731T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20231017T182046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T151926Z UID:10000587-1722384000-1722470399@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Apply for SAFSF Membership DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been the leading national membership organization for philanthropy and impact investors committed to creating an equitable and sustainable food and agriculture system. Our Network of 100+ member organizations includes foundations\, impact investors\, community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, funding collaboratives\, and re-granting organizations. SAFSF membership offers networking\, learning\, professional development\, and strategic collaboration opportunities. We are committed to racial equity and social justice.  Join us for great impact if you are a values-aligned funder supporting sustainable agriculture and food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\nOur network thrives on active member participation. Key benefits include: \n\n\n\n\nMember Portal and Listserv—Access to exclusive recordings\, member rosters\, and a forum to connect with other members.\n\n\n\nCustomized Data Insights—Request customized data reports to inform your funding strategy and identify funders with similar interests.\n\n\n\nCommunities of Practice—SAFSF members can join our Learning Communities. Currently\, we offer groups tailored to Small Funders\, Health Funders\, and Indigenous Food Systems\, led by member co-chairs and supported by SAFSF staff.\n\n\n\nAnnual Forum—Enjoy inspirational learning\, dynamic connections\, and community-building opportunities. Members receive discounted registration for their organization.\n\n\n\nPolicy Insights—SAFSF provides cutting-edge insights on policy change in food and agriculture. Stay informed with our monthly members-only email newsletter on key policy issues in sustainable agriculture and food systems.\n\n\n\nNetworking—Connect with new and experienced funders across various issue areas\, funding types\, and geographies.\n\n\n\nIssues Alignment—Collaborate with strategic partners to co-develop or co-fund impactful projects with SAFSF strategic convenings and working groups.\n\n\n\nProfessional Development—Access growth opportunities\, serve on committees\, or join our Board of Directors.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives\, and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs\, and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\nInterpretation of these criteria is at the discretion of the SAFSF Board of Directors. The Board of Directors also reserves the right to review a member’s fulfillment of these criteria at any time. Members may not use their participation in SAFSF for promotional purposes or for private gain. SAFSF reserves the right to deny membership or remove a member if an applicant’s or member’s actions reflect poorly on the field and might harm SAFSF’s reputation\, staff\, members\, or member organizations. While not an exhaustive list\, lawsuits\, federal or state investigations\, consumer boycotts\, or other significant actions against an applicant\, member\, or affiliated organization would raise such concern.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nApplications are reviewed quarterly (January 15\, April 15\, July 31\, and October 15) by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors. Eligible organizations use grantmaking\, lending\, or investing as core strategies. We invite organizations to join as collaborative peers\, not for fundraising purposes. \n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact senior membership associate\, Holly Enowski (holly@safsf.org). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFS-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsCDFIs/Regranting Organizations/Community Foundations<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500 URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-apply-for-safsf-membership-3/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20240318T193632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T201414Z UID:10000610-1713139200-1713225599@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:2024 SAFSF Membership Drive DESCRIPTION:For over 20 years\, SAFSF has been home to hundreds of philanthropic and investment organizations moving capital toward a more just and sustainable food system. SAFSF offers a place to align and amplify our collective impact.  \n\n\n\nSAFSF membership offers robust opportunities to strengthen connections\, foster collaboration\, and build capacity alongside funding peers. Here is a sampling of the benefits of membership: \n\n\n\n\nLearning Communities and Communities of Practice \n\n\n\nAccess to data and reports about food and ag funding\n\n\n\nMember-only resource listserv and webinars\n\n\n\nPolicy Connection Newsletter \n\n\n\nDiscounted registration on SAFSF in person events and Annual Forum (in Albuquerque\, New Mexico next year!)\n\n\n\nProfessional and leadership opportunities to serve on Committees or Board of Directors\n\n\n\n\nTo celebrate a year of growth and transition\, SAFSF is running a membership drive between March 18 and April 15. Funders whose food systems and agriculture-related investments and/or grant-making is below $2 million will receive a 15% reduction on their 2024 SAFSF membership. This promotion is available only to new members and is offered as a one-time opportunity for the 2024 year. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about membership benefits\, eligibility\, and annual dues\, visit our membership page or contact Angie Boone\, Member and Development Associate\, at angie@safsf.org\, or (805) 209-4643. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/2024-membership-drive/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Forum-Pic-3-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20240213T155021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T151551Z UID:10000599-1713139200-1713225599@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Call for Board Nominations—Deadline Extended DESCRIPTION:SAFSF is accepting nominations for up to three (3) positions on the Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning on June 1\, 2024. Please consider nominating yourself or a funder colleague to bring your perspective\, expertise\, and energy to the work of SAFSF! The deadline to submit a nomination has been extended to April 15\, 2024. \n\n\n\nClick here for more details. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-call-for-board-nominations/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Committee-Sign-Up-e1707837778948.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240415T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20231017T181848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T185750Z UID:10000586-1713139200-1713225599@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Apply for SAFSF Membership DESCRIPTION:SAFSF is the leading national philanthropy serving organization (PSO) for funders seeking to drive change in support of just and sustainable food and agriculture systems. Members include endowed and self-funded foundations and investors\, as well as certain types of intermediaries\, such as community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, community foundations\, funding collaboratives\, and regranting organizations. Membership offers more robust opportunities to strengthen connections\, foster collaboration and build capacity alongside funding peers. \n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\n\nNetworking\, knowledge-sharing and collaboration with SAFSF peers;\n\n\n\nAccess to fellow members and network data;\n\n\n\nSpecial member-only calls and activities;\n\n\n\nDiscounted registration fees for all SAFSF events\, including Annual Forum and Policy Briefing;\n\n\n\nEntitled to invite one representative of an organization they are financially supporting to the Forum;\n\n\n\nAccess to an audience of other funders and NGOs;\n\n\n\nAbility to help shape the SAFSF agenda and work plan; and\n\n\n\nEligibility to participate on the Board of Directors.\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\nInterpretation of these criteria is at the discretion of the SAFSF Board of Directors. The Board of Directors also reserves the right to review a member’s fulfillment of these criteria at any time. Members may not use their participation in SAFSF for promotional purposes or for private gain. SAFSF reserves the right to deny membership or remove a member if an applicant’s or member’s actions reflect poorly on the field and might harm SAFSF’s reputation\, staff\, members\, or member organizations. While not an exhaustive list\, lawsuits\, federal or state investigations\, consumer boycotts\, or other significant actions against an applicant\, member\, or affiliated organization would raise such concern.  \n\n\n\nApplication Dates\n\n\n\nApplication deadlines are January 15\, April 15\, July 30\, and October 15. You will be notified of a decision generally within a month of the deadline. \n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFS-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsCDFIs/Regranting Organizations/Community Foundations<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact membership and development associate\, Angie Boone (angie@safsf.org or 805-209-4643) URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-apply-for-safsf-membership-2/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20231106T194236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T155308Z UID:10000593-1706698800-1706702400@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Members-Only: Small Funders Learning Community DESCRIPTION:After the small/medium funder structured networking session at the SAFSF 2023 Forum in Washington DC\, we saw continued interest that our members who identify as “small funders” would like more opportunities to connect and learn from one another. We have been brainstorming ways for this group to continue connecting and\, with the help of a funder planning group\, have determined that SAFSF will host the Small Funders Learning Community\, a new virtual space for SAFSF members who self-identify as being a part of a small funding organization. This community’s direction and content will be led by you\, the funders\, and logistics will be managed by SAFSF. \n\n\n\nThe goal of this initial kick-off meeting is to hear from all of you about topics you’d like to discuss\, how you would want this group to be structured\, what frequency you’d like to connect\, what would bring you value\, etc. We look forward to shaping this learning community with all of you. \n\n\n\nThis is a SAFSF member-only group and event. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nExternal Agenda URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/members-only-small-funders-learning-community/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,Member Only,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/315796b3-2f37-e31b-b026-37d8c833ffa5-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240129T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20231017T181410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T180517Z UID:10000585-1706486400-1706572799@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: Apply for SAFSF Membership DESCRIPTION:SAFSF is the leading national philanthropy serving organization (PSO) for funders seeking to drive change in support of just and sustainable food and agriculture systems. Members include endowed and self-funded foundations and investors\, as well as certain types of intermediaries\, such as community development finance institutions (CDFIs)\, community foundations\, funding collaboratives\, and regranting organizations. Membership offers more robust opportunities to strengthen connections\, foster collaboration and build capacity alongside funding peers. \n\n\n\nMember Benefits\n\n\n\n\nNetworking\, knowledge-sharing and collaboration with SAFSF peers;\n\n\n\nAccess to fellow members and network data;\n\n\n\nSpecial member-only calls and activities;\n\n\n\nDiscounted registration fees for all SAFSF events\, including Annual Forum and Policy Briefing;\n\n\n\nEntitled to invite one representative of an organization they are financially supporting to the Forum;\n\n\n\nAccess to an audience of other funders and NGOs;\n\n\n\nAbility to help shape the SAFSF agenda and work plan; and\n\n\n\nEligibility to participate on the Board of Directors.\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\nThe missions of our members should be in alignment with SAFSF’s own mission and values\, as well as the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.  \n\n\n\nWe welcome those organizations and individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nOperate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values;\n\n\n\nUse grantmaking\, lending or investing as a core strategy to fulfill their mission and relate to SAFSF colleagues as peer funders\, not in a fundraising capacity;\n\n\n\nShare SAFSF’s goal of increasing viability of and funding for sustainable agriculture and food system organizations and enterprises;\n\n\n\nSupport relationship-building\, knowledge-sharing\, and collaboration within SAFSF’s framework;\n\n\n\nShare experiences\, perspectives and expertise with SAFSF colleagues;\n\n\n\nProvide financial support for SAFSF\, its programs and its initiatives; and\n\n\n\nShow an interest in enhancing the reputation of and expanding opportunities for SAFSF.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in SAFSF events and committees is open to all individual donors\, executive and program staff\, and members of the Board of grantmaking or investment organizations. Development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv. \n\n\n\nInterpretation of these criteria is at the discretion of the SAFSF Board of Directors. The Board of Directors also reserves the right to review a member’s fulfillment of these criteria at any time. Members may not use their participation in SAFSF for promotional purposes or for private gain. SAFSF reserves the right to deny membership or remove a member if an applicant’s or member’s actions reflect poorly on the field and might harm SAFSF’s reputation\, staff\, members\, or member organizations. While not an exhaustive list\, lawsuits\, federal or state investigations\, consumer boycotts\, or other significant actions against an applicant\, member\, or affiliated organization would raise such concern.  \n\n\n\nApplication Dates\n\n\n\nApplication deadlines are January 29\, April 15\, July 30\, and October 15. You will be notified of a decision generally within a month of the deadline. \n\n\n\nMembership Dues\n\n\n\nMember organization annual dues are based on total grantmaking or investment that supports sustainable agriculture and food systems work.  \n\n\n\nAnnual SAFS-related grants or investmentsFoundation/InvestorsCDFIs/Regranting Organizations/Community Foundations<$100\,000$1\,200$1\,200$100\,000-$249\,999$1\,500$1\,500$250\,000-$499\,999$2\,500$2\,500$500\,000-$999\,999$5\,000$2\,500$1\,000\,000-$1\,999\,999$7\,500$3\,750$2\,000\,000-$4\,999\,999$10\,000$5\,000>$5\,000\,000$15\,000-$60\,000$7\,500\n\n\n\nApplication Process\n\n\n\nTo explore SAFSF membership\, please contact membership and development associate\, Angie Boone (angie@safsf.org or 805-209-4643) URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-apply-for-safsf-membership/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1-e1700516192181.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20230821T152840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T235130Z UID:10000576-1696147200-1696179600@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline: October 1—Apply to Serve on an SAFSF Committee DESCRIPTION:The application period has closed. \n\n\n\nSAFSF is accepting Committee Volunteer Applications for service on the Membership\, Nominating\, and Policy committees for minimum one-year terms beginning January 1\, 2024. The deadline for volunteer submissions is October 1\, 2023 and notifications will be made by October 31\, 2023. \n\n\n\nServing on a committee is a great way to deepen your engagement with SAFSF. You’ll learn more about how we operate\, get to work more closely with a few of your funder colleagues\, help steer SAFSF’s activities and shape recommendations on issues that require SAFSF board action. Most SAFSF Directors have volunteered on one or more committees before joining the board. We encourage you to reach out and talk with current and former committee and board members about their experience as SAFSF leaders. \n\n\n\nVisit the Committee page on our website for detailed information about committee purpose\, structure and operations. Committee Volunteer Applications will be reviewed by staff and the members of each committee and filled according to each committee’s anticipated needs for the coming year. Should the number of applications exceed our committee membership needs\, we look forward to finding other ways to keep enthusiastic volunteers in our leadership pipeline! URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-october-1-apply-to-serve-on-an-safsf-committee/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Committee-Sign-Up-e1707837778948.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230417T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230417T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20230221T204827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T193555Z UID:10000555-1681689600-1681775999@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Sponsor the 2023 SAFSF Forum DESCRIPTION:Your sponsorship of the 2023 SAFSF Forum boosts our power to convene funders across the agriculture and food system spectrum at a critical moment for philanthropy. Your Forum sponsorship enables us to bring in new voices\, research\, and expertise to our convening\, and helps create a supportive and interactive space for all Forum attendees to connect\, commit\, and collaborate. \n\n\n\nContact Virginia Clarke\, Executive Director\, or Angie Boone\, Member and Development Associate to secure your spot as a Forum sponsor. \n\n\n\nThose funders organizing a session will have the first opportunity to sponsor their Workshop or Learning Dinner. Sponsorships may not be exclusive. \n\n\n\nAll sponsorships must be finalized by April 17\, 2023 – please reach out as soon as possible. \n\n\n\nConvening Sponsor—$25\,000+\n\n\n\n\nLogo/name on Forum promotional and on-site materials as appropriate\n\n\n\nRecognition at all Forum activities\n\n\n\nAll participants from your organization recognized as “Sponsors” on Forum name badges\n\n\n\nFour (4) complimentary Forum registrations\n\n\n\n\nPlenary Sponsor—$15\,000+\n\n\n\n\nLogo/name on Forum promotional and on-site materials as appropriate\n\n\n\nRecognition at each of the Forum’s three Plenary sessions\n\n\n\nAll participants from your organization recognized as “Sponsors” on Forum name badges\n\n\n\nTwo (2) complimentary Forum registrations\n\n\n\n\nSite Visit Sponsor—$10\,000+\n\n\n\n\nLogo/name on Forum promotional and on-site materials as appropriate\n\n\n\nRecognition at each of the Networking Events\n\n\n\nAll participants from your organization recognized as “Sponsors” on Forum name badges\n\n\n\nOne (1) complimentary Forum registration\n\n\n\n\nNetworking Sponsor—$5\,000+\n\n\n\n\nLogo/name on Forum promotional and on-site materials as appropriate\n\n\n\nRecognition during the chosen Networking Event\n\n\n\nAll participants from your organization recognized as “Sponsors” on Forum name badges\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop—$2\,500+\n\n\n\n\nSponsor choice of Workshop\n\n\n\nLogo/name on Forum promotional and on-site materials as appropriate\n\n\n\nRecognition during the chosen Workshop\n\n\n\nAll participants from your organization recognized as “Sponsors” on Forum name badges\n\n\n\n\nFriend – $500+\n\n\n\n\nLogo/name on Forum promotional and on-site materials as appropriate\n\n\n\nAll participants from your organization recognized as “Sponsors” on Forum name badges\n\n\n\n\nSAFSF retains ownership and total control of all SAFSF events\, programs\, member services and communication vehicles. The policies\, programs\, and integrity of SAFSF must remain entirely unaffected by donations. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/sponsors-the-2023-safsf-forum/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,SAFSF Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/20th-Annual-SAFSF-Forum-Sponsor-Icon-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230324T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230324T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20230221T210401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T153755Z UID:10000556-1679616000-1679702399@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Call for Board Nominations—Deadline Extended DESCRIPTION:Hi everyone! \n\n\n\nI’m Jen Zuckerman\, chair of the SAFSF Nominating Committee.  I’m reaching out to invite you to nominate either yourself or another member for one of four open Director positions on the SAFSF Board. \n\n\n\nAs you know\, SAFSF is an ever-evolving organization.  We are seeking Board leadership that understands where we’ve been\, who we are\, and seeks to grow into who we hope to become in the next decade.  \n\n\n\nI’ve had the amazing experience of serving on both the SAFSF Steering Committee and on the Board of Directors for the past seven years. This experience has offered me the opportunity to engage with a broad array of members\, lead webinars\, facilitate policy conversations\, and work closely with the incredible SAFSF staff.  We are a working board\, which means that we need your ideas\, your expertise\, your vision\, and your action. Everything you put in you will get out a hundredfold. \n\n\n\nWe meet quarterly\, virtually in May and December\, and in person in February and October.  We also come together annually at the Forum. Committee meetings take place outside of the formal Board meetings. \n\n\n\nI would be glad to chat with anyone who might like to discuss this in more detail just send me an email at Jennifer.Zuckerman@duke.edu. \n\n\n\nPlease consider nominating yourself or a member colleague! Come join us! \n\n\n\n\nSUBMIT NOMINATION\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNomination Process\n\n\n\nDeadline extended to Friday\, March 24\n\n\n\nSAFSF is accepting nominations for up to four positions on the Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning on June 1\, 2023. \n\n\n\nThe Board seeks candidates who will help ensure a diversity of perspectives representing gender\, geographic location\, life experience\, political ideology\, professional skills\, and race\, culture\, ethnicity\, and organization size and type. We are also expressly seeking individuals with specific experience and/or organizational representation including: \n\n\n\n\nTribal-led investment\n\n\n\ncommunity foundations\n\n\n\nhealth funders\n\n\n\nfinancial management\n\n\n\nfundraising and development\n\n\n\nexecutive leadership\n\n\n\nlegal expertise\n\n\n\n\nWe are only able to have two nonmembers serving on the board and both of these slots are already filled. The open positions must be filled by members of SAFSF. \n\n\n\nQualified candidates must be: \n\n\n\n\nMembers of the board or staff of a grantmaking or investing organization active in sustainable agriculture and/or food systems philanthropy\, which is a current SAFSF member.\n\n\n\nCommitted to uphold and lead with SAFSF’s core values: Collaboration\, Equity\, Respect\, Stewardship\, Integrity\, and in accordance with the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice.\n\n\n\nFamiliar with SAFSF through previous experience on an SAFSF committee or active engagement by participating in our events\, cohorts\, or programming. \n\n\n\nPrepared to engage on an active board. Expectations include:\n\n\n\nParticipation in monthly meetings\, 2023 dates include:\n\nTuesday\, June 6 | Board Meeting (virtual via Zoom)\n\n12:00 – 1:00pm PT / 1:00 – 2:00pm MT / 2:00 – 3:00pm CT / 3:00 – 4:00pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 13 | Board Meeting (virtual via Zoom)\n\n11:00 – 12:00pm PT / 12:00 – 1:00pm MT / 1:00 – 2:00pm CT / 2:00 – 3:00pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 17 | Board Meeting (virtual via Zoom)\n\n12:30pm – 2:00pm PT / 1:30 – 3:00pm MT / 2:30 – 4:00pm CT / 3:30 – 5:00pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 14 | Board Meeting (virtual via Zoom)\n\n11:00 – 12:00pm PT / 12:00 – 1:00pm MT / 1:00 – 2:00pm CT / 2:00 – 3:00pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober | TBD\n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 15 | Board Meeting (virtual via Zoom)\n\n11:00 – 12:00pm PT / 12:00 – 1:00pm MT / 1:00 – 2:00pm CT / 2:00 – 3:00pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, December 14 | Board Meeting (virtual via Zoom)\n\n11:00 – 12:30pm PT / 12:00 – 1:30pm MT / 1:00 – 2:30pm CT / 2:00 – 3:30pm ET\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipation on a Committee of the Board (see full list on website)\n\n\n\nAnnual attendance at the 2023 SAFSF Forum in Washington\, D.C. | June 12-14\n\n\n\n\nTimeline for the nomination process: \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 17 | Applications due\n\n\n\nMarch 20-April 24 | Review and interview period\n\n\n\nFriday\, May 12 | Candidate notification\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 1 | Start of new Director terms\n\n\n\n\nSelf-nomination or nominations of other qualified candidates are welcome. This form provides complete contact information for the nominee\, nominator (if applicable)\, background questions\, and a statement of interest describing why the nominee would make a great SAFSF Director. Once a nomination has been submitted\, SAFSF will request from each nominee a nomination acceptance form or a letter of interest (if not self-nominated). \n\n\n\nThis form must be submitted no later than Friday\, March 17. Questions about the nomination process should be directed to Holly Enowski at holly@safsf.org. \n\n\n\nPlease consider nominating yourself or a funder colleague to bring your perspective\, expertise\, and energy to the work of SAFSF! URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/call-for-board-nominations/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/AdobeStock_222143026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221031T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230109T235900 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20221019T155634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T164942Z UID:10000538-1667174400-1673308740@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Request for Proposals - 2023 SAFSF Forum & Webinar Content DESCRIPTION:The RFP Deadline has passed. \n\n\n\nAbout the RFP\n\n\n\nMember-driven content makes up an important part of SAFSF’s annual schedule of activities that help agriculture and food systems funders connect with each other\, learn about the field and each other’s work\, and amplify their impact through aligned action. \n\n\n\nIdeas submitted through this RFP may be considered: \n\n\n\n\nfor inclusion as an in-person workshop session or learning dinner at the June 2023 SAFSF Forum in Washington\, DC; or \n\n\n\nas a virtual webinar or series of webinars at another point in the year. \n\n\n\n\nSubmission is open to any active funding organization; SAFSF membership is not required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRequirements for Webinar and Forum Content Proposals\n\n\n\nSessions proposed for either a webinar or the Forum should: \n\n\n\n\nHighlight agriculture and food systems issues and solutions that are timely\, actionable\, equity-centered\, and aligned with SAFSF’s values.\n\n\n\nAllow speakers and participants to exchange information\, expertise\, lessons learned\, and/or points of view in a way that benefits their individual and collective practice.\n\n\n\nHelp participants connect with each other to build relationships\, discover areas of shared work\, analyze funding strategies\, and explore future collaborations.\n\n\n\nEngage and connect a diverse range of funder and invited practitioner participants who reflect different parts of agriculture and food systems relevant to the session topic.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPolicy Considerations\n\n\n\nWe encourage policy-focused proposals that help funders learn\, engage and develop collaborative strategies on federal\, state\, tribal\, and/or local policy\, as well as grassroots community organizing and power building to influence public policy.  We expect that half of the sessions presented at the 2023 SAFSF Forum and throughout the year will have a policy focus. \n\n\n\nKey areas of policy interest include discussions of policy priorities\, advocacy\, and funding strategies related to: \n\n\n\n\nThe farm bill and key states represented on Congressional agriculture and appropriations committees\n\n\n\nChild Nutrition Reauthorization and other nutrition incentives legislation\n\n\n\nUSDA funding and equity programs\n\n\n\nState legislative policy issues/campaigns\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFocus Areas\n\n\n\nWe also encourage both general and policy-specific proposals to be mindful of the Focus Areas we will continue to emphasize in 2023: \n\n\n\n\nClimate change;\n\n\n\nConsolidation and concentration; and\n\n\n\nLand access.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Considerations for Forum Content Proposals\n\n\n\nProposals for the SAFSF Forum must have strong interactive\, storytelling\, movement\, collaboration\, hands-on\, or other elements that make a compelling case for in-person presentation. We do not anticipate offering a virtual or hybrid option for Forum participation. Both workshop sessions and learning dinners will take place in concurrent blocks. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Sessions\n\n\n\nFunders whose proposals are accepted as workshop sessions are expected to pay the registration and travel expenses for themselves and any non-funder speakers included in their presentation. We also encourage funders to support their non-funder speakers with honoraria for their participation.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning Dinners\n\n\n\nYou may also submit your proposal for consideration as a learning dinner. The learning dinner format is best suited to a less formal presentation style and topics that lend themselves to lively table conversations. In addition to the costs above\, funders whose proposals are accepted as learning dinners are also expected to underwrite the full cost of food and drink for those dinners. (Attendance numbers may be capped depending on the capacity of the chosen venue\, either in the conference hotel or at a nearby restaurant.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeadlines and Questions? \n\n\n\nAs mentioned above\, SAFSF is pleased to accept content for 2023 SAFSF Forum and webinars from all funders\, even those who are not members of SAFSF. Proposals must be submitted online by 11:59 PM PT on Monday\, January 9\, 2023. Visit our website to familiarize yourself with the Forum theme and to find full RFP submission process details.If you have questions\, please reach out to SAFSF Program Director\, Erin Olschewski at erin@safsf.org.  URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-request-for-proposals-for-2023-safsf-forum/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20th-Annual-SAFSF-Forum-4-e1667416805734.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220810T235900 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220810T235900 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20220630T141727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T124642Z UID:10000520-1660175940-1660175940@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Public Policy Associate Application Deadline DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Funders (SAFSF) seeks a  Public Policy Associate to work with the Senior Director of Public Policy in developing and executing policy-related content to engage our network of philanthropic and investment funders in opportunities to support sustainable agriculture and food systems policy work. This is a new role for SAFSF that will support and help shape our overall policy work\, including membership engagement and learning\, policy analysis and writing\, planning and executing events\, both virtual and in-person.  This is a full-time\, exempt\, permanent\, remote position with a starting salary range of $50-54\,000. SAFSF offers an excellent benefits package. \n\n\n\nRead the full Public Policy Associate job description\n\n\n\nAll interested applicants must apply online at https://www.tfaforms.com/4992321 no later than 11:59 pm PT on August 10\, 2022.  URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/finance-associate-application-deadline/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/AdobeStock_70660836.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T235900 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220710T235900 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20220630T142042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T142044Z UID:10000521-1657497540-1657497540@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Finance Associate Application Deadline DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Funders (SAFSF) seeks a Finance Associate to be join our small but mighty operations team that prides itself in being detail-oriented\, data-loving\, and energized by knowing that they are contributing to the collective success of a dynamic non-profit organization. This is a new position for SAFSF\, the first solely focused on financial functions. The person in this role will have the opportunity to improve upon the systems already in place and shape the organization’s processes moving forward. This is a full-time\, exempt\, permanent\, remote position with a starting salary range of $50-54\,000. SAFSF offers an excellent benefits package.\n\n\n\nRead the full Finance Associate job description\n\n\n\nAll interested applicants must apply online at https://www.tfaforms.com/4991971 no later than 11:59 pm PT on July 10\, 2022.  URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/finance-associate-application-deadline-2/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/AdobeStock_70660836.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220608T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220608T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20220511T183355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T194340Z UID:10000517-1654646400-1654732799@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Forum Registration Closes DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 20th Annual SAFSF Forum: Commitment & Accountability is now open until June 8 at Midnight PT. Register today for a better chance at securing your first choice site visit and learning dinner! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE + REGISTER URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/forum-registration-closes/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,SAFSF Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/20th-Annual-SAFSF-Forum-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220506T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220506T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20220406T180336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T180549Z UID:10000511-1651795200-1651881599@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Call For Nominations For Directors DESCRIPTION:*Deadline Extended to May 6*\n\n\n\nSAFSF is accepting nominations for two positions on the Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning on June 1\, 2022.  \n\n\n\nThe Board seeks candidates who will help ensure a diversity of perspectives representing gender\, geographic location\, life experience\, political ideology\, professional skills\, and race\, culture\, ethnicity\, and organization size and type. We are also expressly seeking individuals with interests in financial management and development. We are only able to have two nonmembers serving on the board and both of these slots are already filled. The two open positions must be filled by members of SAFSF. Qualified candidates must be: \n\n\n\nMembers of the board or staff of a grantmaking or investing organization active in sustainable agriculture and/or food systems philanthropy; andCommitted to uphold and lead with SAFSF’s core values: Collaboration\, Equity\, Respect\, Stewardship\, Integrity\, and in accordance with the SAFSF Commitment to Racial Justice. Familiar with SAFSF through previous experience on an SAFSF committee or active engagement by participating in our events\, cohorts\, or programming. Prepared to engage on an active board. Expectations include:Participation in quarterly meetings\, 2022 dates include:Tuesday\, August 16 | Board Meeting at 12:00 – 1:30pm PT / 1:00 – 2:30pm MT / 2:00 – 3:30pm CT / 3:00 – 4:30pm ET (virtual)Wednesday\, October 26 – Friday\, October 28 | Board Retreat at Location TBD (In Person)Thursday\, December 8 | Board Meeting at 11:00am – 12:30pm PT / 12:00 – 1:30pm MT / 1:00 – 2:30pm CT / 2:00 – 3:30pm ET (virtual)Participation on a sub-committee of the Board (see full list on website)Attendance at the Annual Forum\n\n\n\nTimeline for the nomination process: \n\n\n\nMay 6 |  Applications dueMay 9-20 | Nominating Committee review periodMay 23 | Outreach to nomineesMay 23-June 3 | 30-minute interviews with selected nomineesJune 6-10 | Final nominee(s) recommended to the BoardJune 15 | Board of Directors vote on approval of nomination slateJune 17 | Approved nominees notifiedJune 1 | New Director(s) term start date (retroactive)\n\n\n\nSelf-nomination or nominations of other qualified candidates are welcome. This form provides complete contact information for the nominee\, nominator (if applicable)\, background questions\, and a statement of interest describing why the nominee would make a great SAFSF Director.This form must be submitted no later than Friday\, May 6\, 2022. Questions about the nomination process should be directed to Stacy Nwokochah at stacy@safsf.org. \n\n\n\nPlease consider nominating yourself or a funder colleague to bring your perspective\, expertise\, and energy to the work of SAFSF! URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/call-for-nominations-for-directors/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ombre-Blue-Sky-Facebook-Post-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220504T235959 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20220421T152325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220421T152327Z UID:10000513-1651622400-1651708799@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Early-bird Registration Deadline DESCRIPTION:Early-bird registration for the 20th Annual SAFSF Forum: Commitment & Accountability is now open! \n\n\n\nRegister before May 4th at Midnight PT to receive an early-bird discount. Additionally\, site visits and learning dinners have a limited number of spots available and will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. You can view our event program\, registration rates\, and speaker directory through the button below. \n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE + REGISTER URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/early-bird-registration-deadline/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,SAFSF Forum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20220104T165726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220104T165729Z UID:10000498-1641816000-1641816000@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Deadline for Session Proposals for 20th Annual SAFSF Forum DESCRIPTION:SAFSF is pleased to accept concurrent workshop and learning dinner proposals for the 20th Annual SAFSF Forum from all funders\, even those who are not members of SAFSF. Proposals must be submitted online through the form by Monday\, January 10\, 2022\, at 12 pm PT.  \n\n\n\nWe strongly encourage you to read through our session idea guidelines for frequently asked questions\, including details about what we are looking for in this year’s session proposals.  \n\n\n\nThe three-day Forum offers many opportunities for peer learning\, networking\, and collaboration. Plenary and workshop sessions and learning dinners allow funders to learn from each other as well as leaders in the field. Day-long and half-day site visits encourage participants to learn from work happening in the region and identify themes that might inform their own work once they return home. \n\n\n\nThe Forum theme and agenda are developed by and for funders who are working on a variety of issues\, approaches\, and geographies\, attendees will leave with inspiration\, strategies\, and connections for impactful engagement related to their own work within the food system. \n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE + SUBMIT URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/deadline-for-session-proposals-for-20th-annual-safsf-forum/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines,SAFSF Forum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210806T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210806T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20210721T151629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T151630Z UID:10000487-1628269200-1628269200@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Nomination Deadline - Board of Directors DESCRIPTION:SAFSF is accepting nominations for two positions on the Board of Directors for three-year terms beginning in October 2021. Self-nomination or nominations of other qualified candidates are welcome. Click here for full description and nomination form. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/nomination-deadline-board-of-directors/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/AdobeStock_222143026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210519T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20210402T132138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T132139Z UID:10000467-1621443600-1621443600@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Food Systems Community of Practice - Application Deadline DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Funders (SAFSF)\, First Nations Development Institute (FNDI)\, and Melvin Consulting PLLC are excited to invite registration for a new Indigenous Food Systems Community of Practice. Over the course of a year\, a group of 14 funders will gather to: \n\n\n\nInteract\, learn\, and build relationships with Native American practitioners\, organizations\, and communities offering food systems solutions;Share and sharpen their skills and strategies for investing in Indigenous partners who are leading sustainable agriculture and food systems work in Indian Country;Build awareness of and respond to the historic\, structural\, current (e.g. impacts of COVID-19)\, and philanthropic barriers that Native communities and Tribal governments face in obtaining funding; andEnjoy the fellowship and support of other funders committed to investing in Indigenous communities.\n\n\n\nApplications will be accepted through the end of the day on Wednesday\, May 19\, 2021. \n\n\n\n\nVIEW DETAILS URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/indigenous-food-systems-community-of-practice-application-deadline/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/IMG_2638-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210331T235900 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210331T235900 DTSTAMP:20260430T153214 CREATED:20210310T020906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T020907Z UID:10000442-1617235140-1617235140@www.agandfoodfunders.org SUMMARY:Application Deadline - Communications Director DESCRIPTION:Click here for job description. All interested applicants must apply online at tfaforms.com/4879050 no later than 11:59 pm Pacific Standard Time on Wednesday\, March 31\, 2021. URL:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/event/application-deadline-communications-director-2/ CATEGORIES:Deadlines ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.agandfoodfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/AdobeStock_70660836.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR