About Fair Food Matters

Fair Food Matters was founded in 2001 because the people of our community deserve information that helps us make good choices about how we feed ourselves. Today we are forging new community relationships as well as expanding our message and our programs. Click here to see our 2009 Strategic Plan.

Our mission: To build, educate, support and empower our community around local food.

Our vision: We envision thriving local communities worldwide growing and distributing safe, nutritious, locally produced foods that foster healthy communities, environments, and economies.

Our board: The following people are currently guiding Fair Food Matters in its mission and vision:

• Elizabeth Forest, President
• Ross Pollard, Treasurer
• Lori Evesque
• Aliisa Lahti
• Bruce Schultz
• Dhera Strauss
• Jon Riccio

If you are interested in joining our board, please download a Board Member Application here and email or print to mail to us (also available in .pdf format).

Our staff: The following people are working to realize the vision of Fair Food Matters:

• Paul Stermer, Executive Director (paul@fairfoodmatters.org)
• Kristi Montgomery, Office Manager (kristi@fairfoodmatters.org)
• Erica Barajas, Growing Matters Garden Manager (erica@fairfoodmatters.org)
• Lucy Bland, Can-Do Kitchen Manager (lucy@fairfoodmatters.org)

Volunteer Opportunities

There are several ways you can help us build community around food and food systems. From gardening to office tasks to assisting with exciting FFM projects, you'll have a great time being useful. Find out more about volunteering with Fair Food Matters, as well as other ways you can help us fulfill our mission. If you have something in mind that you'd like to do for us, or if you want to investigate our needs, please visit our support page.