Helen Sizemore

Good Farm Fund
Ukiah, CA

Good Farm Fund was founded by a group of farmers, local food advocates, and farmers market managers to address some of the most glaring gaps in the food system. Our programs aim to improve affordable access to fresh, healthy, locally-produced food, and to give small farmers a boost with modest grants that can make a big difference. We wish to do this by maximizing impact and minimizing red tape. Our larger aim is to make small, local, and diversified agriculture a common pursuit of all sectors in our community to support economic development, local sovereignty, health, and well-being.

Project Sanctuary
Ukiah, CA

Project Sanctuary seeks to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault in Mendocino County through advocacy, crisis response, community collaboration, education, and shelter.

Caring Kitchen
Ukiah, CA

-Support the health and recovery of individuals undergoing cancer treatment and their families by providing organic, vegetable-rich meals designed for healing -Train teen volunteers in nutrition, cooking, and job skills -Develop a sense of empathy in the community’s youth -Foster meaningful connections and a sense of community for all partners and participants -Source from local, organic food producers -Promote “Food as Medicine” in the broader community