The Locavore Expansion Founders Council is a select group of early capital leaders committing $5,000+ prior to the public launch. This capital will be leveraged during the Rooted And Rising Gala to secure double, and often triple the initial investment during the paddle raise.
Your leadership:
- Reduces financial risk
- Accelerates opening timelines to be prepared for the 2026 growing season
- Protects the 65¢ farmer-first model
- Signals community confidence at a pivotal moment
What You Will Receive as a Founders Council Member
- Recognition as early capital partners at Rooted & Rising
- Private preview access to the Westside market prior to public opening
- Expansion performance updates and reporting
- Direct engagement in future phase planning conversations
This is not event sponsorship.
This is foundational capital leadership.
What Your Investment Unlocks
- Increased farmer income, long-term viability, and opportunity to scale their operations
- Expanded everyday access to local food for Westside households
- Stronger local economy. For every $1 spent buying food from a local farmer, $0.76 stays in the local economy
versus $0.28 when buying from a chain grocery store - values-driven marketplace infrastructure. 65 cents of every dollar is returned to our producers
- A scalable model designed for replication across more Bend neighborhoods
Your gift does not change the percentage farmers receive. It changes the scale at which that percentage operates.
That is leverage.
Be rooted in what built this community.
Help us rise to protect and grow it.
Spots are limited. Founders Council commitments are being secured now.
Secure your seat at the table now. Contact Niki@centraloregonlocavore.org or donate now.
