Partnerships
Food has a singular power to build and restore human spirits, and thus our work at April Joy Farm extends broadly across many borders. We are fortunate to be connected to a diverse and vibrant network of organizations devoted to food sovereignty, farmland restoration and natural resources stewardship.
Energy, Water, and Ecology Partnerships
Organic Farming Research Foundation Farm Spotlight
Washington State Soil Health Committee Grant Soil Health Roadmap and Toolkit
Washington State University A-BIRDS Project
Washington State University Organic Farming Footprints Carbon Sequestration Project Focus Farm
Rural Energy for America (REAP) Grant recipient
National Conservation Reserve Program Organic EQIP incentive recipient
Clark County Conservation District grant recipient for:
- Storm water management (gutter replacement)
- Electric motor conversion for inefficient gas engine farm machinery
Clark County Making Every Day Earth Day Award recipient
April Joy Farm Projects include:
- Seasonal High Tunnel
- Irrigation Management Plan
- Nutrient Management Plan
- Agricultural Energy Audit and Management Plan
- Water Filtration and Hedgerows
Community Partnerships
Fruit Valley Elementary School Potato Day
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Food Bank
Clark County Food Bank Farm-To-Food Pantry Program
Organic Farming Research Foundation
National Young Farmers Coalition
Washington State Tilth Producers
Socially Responsible Agriculture Project
Culinary Partnerships
Vilicus Farms
The Livestock Conservancy
Open Source Seed Initiative
“Whether you change the linen or stitch up the wounds, cook the food or dispense the medicines, it is in your hands to help build a public service worthy of all those who gave their lives for the dream of democracy.” –Nelson Mandela