“We all know this work is hard and constant change makes it harder,
so it’s important to learn how to move through this
adversity and keep our eyes on the goal.”

“Thank you for developing this fund! Food Policy Councils are
doing impressive systems change work. They have deserved
more recognition and support for a long time.”

“I love this approach and the intentional way criteria
have been generated and evaluated!
Excited to see what comes of it in the new year.”

“Feeling energized by all the incredible people
focused on this work and looking forward
to deepening connections!”

“It’s been really helpful as a funder to learn about
new ways to review and select awardees with an
abundance mindset. Thanks for all your thoughtfulness.”

“Feeling grateful and hopeful, for new ways of approaching the complexity of
resourcing food systems work, that acknowledges what’s real and important.
Thanks for your great work on this; it sets a wonderful example.”