FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We strive for transparency and the clearest communication possible. Below are questions we commonly receive and hope it helps direct you to the answers you’re looking for.

Q: Is Earthseed a nonprofit?

Yes, Earthseed operates through a nonprofit fiscal sponsor and receives grants and donations to support its work. All contributions are tax-deductible and go directly to programs like youth education and community nourishment.

Q: Why focus on Black and Indigenous communities?

Earthseed is rooted in history which includes long standing institutional practices of land theft, disconnection, and environmental harm that’s disproportionately impacted Black and Indigenous people. This focus is about returning access, power, and possibility to the communities most affected by these harms.

Q: Can I become a volunteer?

We don’t have volunteer opportunities at this time however, we will be developing a volunteer program in the near future! Please sign-up for our newsletter to be notified when it launches.

Q: Can I visit the farm?

Yes! Earthseed loves welcoming aligned folks to the land! We have seasonal events, U-Pick days, and tours that are open to the public or by invitation. U-Pick’s are bookable in advance here on our site. You can also join our mailing list to be notified about seasonal events.

Q: What makes Earthseed different from other farms or orgs?

Earthseed is a sanctuary for rest, reconnection, learning and cultural resilience. It’s Black and Indigenous-led, and everything they do, from growing fruit-kin to hosting residencies, is rooted in healing, ancestral wisdom, and justice.

Q: How do I donate or get involved?

We appreciate any and all donations to support our work! You can contribute on our the donation page here. There are also non-monetary ways to plug in, depending on what speaks to you. Please contact Info@EarthseedFarm.org with the subject line “Get Involved” to inquire about these opportunities.

Q: How does my monetary donation make a difference?

Even a small gift helps Earthseed offer free youth programs, pay artists and land stewards fairly, and provide nourishing food to the community. Your donation is part of a bigger ecosystem of care.

Q: Is this work scalable? Can it grow?

“Yes. Earthseed’s priority is to stay rooted and aligned as it grows. Expansion happens through deep relationships, strong systems, and collective visioning. Earthseed offers a model that is both scalable and duplicatable in other communities.”