A new Kickstarter campaign is underway for a local organization that is trying to develop a vibrant and interactive city farm in downtown Raleigh. Launched on March 10, the Raleigh City Farm campaign aims to raise $10,000 in funds to build out this exciting new urban farm space located on a highly-visible 1 acre lot on the corner of Franklin and Blount Streets, just blocks from the city center.
Money raised from the Kickstarter will go toward land improvements, equipment shed, rain barrel and irrigation system, and initial gardening tools. Over half way there, the campaign has some great momentum but still needs some major community support to get it through to the final fundraising goal. You can give small or large amounts in giving categories with various donor “rewards” like getting a shout out on their website, your name on a row of vegetables, a Raleigh City Farm tote bag, and more.
Plus you get to be a part of the development of something that could really help shape Raleigh into the innovative and thoughtful city we all know it to be. The Raleigh City Farm will serve the community through providing fresh and locally grown produce to restaurants and individuals as well as through interactive educational opportunities for downtown school distracts, getting local children invested in local farming, and learning more about where their food comes from.
“Local supporters are nurturing ideas and taking an active role in everything from tool drives to initial seed plantings in their own homes,” said Erin Bergstrom Co-founder of Raleigh City Farm. “We are overwhelmed by the amazing support we have received from health advocates, restaurants, parents, educators, and neighboring citizens of all ages–their enthusiasm has brought us to this critical point of fundraising.”
Check out their website for more information and visit the official Kickstater page to see giving levels and to watch an informative video about what Raleigh City Farm hopes to bring to the community. I, for one, can’t wait to enjoy some delicious fresh produce grown right here in the city where I live, work, and play.