Partners

We’re astounded by the camaraderie and encouragement we receive from our partners (listed in alpha order)!

Anzalone Photography photographs Open Source Ag fields and workshops a few times a year, as a donation. Frank and Karen Anzalone’s contributions provide a photo journal of our progress which informs and also encourages/reminds us that we’re making progress.

In 2024 I sowed thousands of seeds, 95% of which were eaten by pests. Clearwater Color Nursery came to our rescue by donating nearly 2,500 4″ plants that were slightly past their sell date. This year, we are purchasing plugs for many of our veg varieties and appreciate the kind pricing given since we donate all to our shared community.

Elationscapes – Blaze Elation and her crew transformed our property from bare land to an oasis where we have the creative license to create and implement because we’re not in a constant state of fixing. Her work is beautiful, functional, and sustainable.

Upper Salinas-Las Tablas RCD support our efforts with cover crop and pollinator seed, checking water distribution in our orchard, and more.

Pat and Dwain Trost, pictured here with Curt, are our chosen family. Dwain’s an experienced farmer and Pat’s talents with needlework make her incredible with sowing small seeds. Curt oversees all things irrigation and collaborates with Blaze on infrastructure, budgets, and more.

Grant Awards

January 2025

The Upper Salinas-Las Tablas RCD funded pollinator hedge rows along the west property line and 300′ along the mid north property line.

December 2024 – Glide Foundation

The Glide Foundation generously awarded $7,000 toward a box trailer with chiller for expanding picking time and delivery locations.

Fall 2024 – Seeds for Bees

Seeds for Bees donated cover crop seeds for 4 acres.

2023 California Food and Drug Administration – $14,400 planning grant toward a Pollinator Habitat Design and Conservation Plan Supporting Organic Transitions