Local Farms and Gardens Threatened by Federal Funding Freeze

Photo of Fremont’s LEAF project courtesy of ACRD

A federal funding freeze is hitting Alameda County, where six agricultural conservation projects approved for funding are now on hold. The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) is reaching out to the community to ask for help raising $15,000 to fully fund these critical projects located in West Oakland, Hayward/Ashland, the Oakland Hills, and San Leandro. These small farms partner with local restaurants for composting and sharing fresh produce with underserved neighbors in addition to providing jobs, child development, and temporary housing in some cases.

Donations will fund sustainability efforts at these sites, specifically through irrigation and water conservation, soil health and composting, pollinator and native plantings, and community education and engagement. Please visit acrcd.org/donation-info to see how you might help make the difference for these farms and gardens.