The Power of Sourcing Local with Swamp Rabbit
What started as an abandoned meat processing facility turned into a vibrant, walkable, and bikeable community center with an astounding 300 local farm partners.
Neighbors and Friends
From Daniela Fernandez-Ulen, CAMEO Network: I’d like to nominate Kaiy Smith and Hannah Said, owners of Neighbors and Friends in Pasadena, California. Neighbors and Friends is Los Angeles’ first build-your-own cheese box bar and community hub, where local...
Dang Good on Main
From Lia Gallegos, People Places LLC: I’d like to nominate Dang Good on Main, owned and operated by Ashly Dang in downtown New Port Richey, Florida. Ashly consistently goes above and beyond what’s expected of a restaurant owner. Not only has she crafted a stunning...
Built With Purpose, Fortified With Love
From Lutunji’s Palate’s website: Lutunji’s Palate is a social enterprise “Built with Purpose; Fortified with Love.” Back in 2018, Lutunji met with the Pastor of a historic church in South Minneapolis to discuss launching a Charter School for teen...
The Good for Supply Chain Award: Madison Closet and Farms
From People First Economy (MI): This year, People First Economy is excited to honor Miss Kim’s Jams/Madison Closet and Farms with The Good For Supply Chain Award! This award is born from our collaboration with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Pure...