Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Funders (SAFSF) is the largest and longest-running national membership organization for diverse capital partners committed to creating a resilient, just, and democratic food and agriculture system.
For more than two decades, we have been a trusted partner and resource for philanthropy and investors. Today, our 120+ member organizations span the capital spectrum, including: foundations, impact investors, community development finance institutions (CDFIs), funding collaboratives, intermediaries, Donor Advised Funds, and government funders.
Through networking, learning, professional development, and strategic collaboration opportunities, SAFSF membership offers a community where you can make a greater impact together.
What We Do
CONNECT
Build the Field of Changemakers
We strengthen the field of diverse capital partners in food and agriculture by providing field insights and opportunities for peer learning and connection.
GUIDE
Lead Transformational Learning
We offer guidance, education, and communities of practice that help funders grow their “toolkit” for greater impact.
MOBILIZE
Drive Capital for Communities
We catalyze collaboration and collective action among diverse capital partners in support of community-led solutions and systems change.
Member Benefits
SAFSF membership puts you at the center of a community of funders working to transform food and agriculture. As a member, you’ll gain access to:
New or upcoming benefits outlined below in teal.
Membership Dues
In recognition of the diverse capital partners in our membership, dues are based on how your organization is built. Annual membership dues vary based on funding organization type, as shown in the tabs below.
Organizations stewarding public or private assets and deploying capital through grants and investments that do not fit into another member category. Includes Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs).
Dues are based on total annual grantmaking.
Organizations that are deploying capital that was raised for the purpose of redistributing those funds. Includes Regrantors, Non-profit Impact Funds, and Community Development Financial Institutions.
Dues are based on the annual operating budget, including funds deployed.
For-profit organizations using impact investment tools with both a financial and impact ROI.
Dues are based on assets under management (AUM).
New! Individual membership is available to SAFSF member retirees, government staff, individual donors giving more than 150K annually, and career transitions (time limited.)
Note: Event registration benefit is not included in individual membership.
Eligibility
Eligible organizations use grantmaking, lending, or investing as core strategies to fulfill their mission. Participation in membership is open to designated representatives who manage funding programs or are involved in funding decisions — such as board members, trustees, executives, program staff, and authorized consultants — but excludes fundraising and development staff. Individuals who represent a member organization must only represent the member organization within SAFSF events.
As a values-driven non-profit organization, we invite all members to adhere to a code of conduct that aligns to a shared set of values and honors the integrity of our community spaces. Joining SAFSF requires a commitment to the following community agreements:
- I commit to showing up in the SAFSF community as a peer with other funders.
- I understand that solicitation of funds is not welcome at any SAFSF programs. I understand that development or fundraising staff are not permitted to participate in SAFSF events or to subscribe to our listserv.
- I am open to sharing my experiences and expertise with SAFSF members, staff, and other colleagues who I connect to through SAFSF.
- I commit to representing myself as a member of SAFSF with accuracy, professionalism, integrity and with respect to the mission of SAFSF.
- I agree to operate in alignment with SAFSF’s core values: advance justice, catalyze transformation, build a diverse movement, change the status quo, build beloved community, and practice accountability through my work.
Application Process
Applications are reviewed quarterly by our Membership Committee and Board of Directors.
Our next deadline for new members is October 15th. To learn more and receive a membership application, email [email protected].