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Solano Local Food System Alliance

Thank you for your interest in joining or renewing your membership in the Solano Local Food System Alliance.
In September 2023, the Alliance adopted its Charter (linked here). Please read the Charter before responding to the questions below and reviewing the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of the Alliance.
Questions? Reach us at info@sustainablesolano.org
1.Please give us your information below
2.Are you a new applicant or returning member of the Alliance?
3.Why are you interested in being a member of the Alliance?
If you are a renewing member, what has been the biggest value to your organization from being a member?
4.If applicable, what is your organization's role in the local food system?
5.What is your vision for the local food system? What do you see as your role in advancing that vision?
6.I have reviewed and agree with the Alliance's Charter
7.As required by the Charter, please identify any potential conflicts of interest to your participation in the Alliance
Long-term/Overarching benefits of the Alliance’s work:

  • Improved quality of life
  • Preserving open space, ag land and supporting farmers
  • Better nutrition and health outcomes
  • Better environment and economy


Benefits of serving on the Alliance:

  • Networking
  • Expanding knowledge
  • Connection with the issues and others involved in the local food system
  • Being part of the solution — working as a group to fix the local food system
  • Being part of a coalition to effect systems change
  • Playing a role in achieving long-term benefits


Responsibilities of serving on the Alliance:

  • Sharing data/knowledge/insight
  • Participating in a feedback loop to bring information back to the Alliance
  • Bringing what you’ve learned from the Alliance back to your organization
  • Challenging the status quo, being bold
  • Recruiting (especially to fill gaps in knowledge or influence on the Alliance)
  • Reading and contributing to the Local Food Bites
  • Attending meetings
  • Persistence
8.I have reviewed the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of the Alliance
9.Voluntary Contribution: What amount can you contribute to the Alliance's work?
Suggested amounts:
- Agencies, Organizations, Businesses: $100+
- Farmers: $25-$100
- Individuals: $10-$50
No member will be turned away for lack of funds. Funds will be administered by Sustainable Solano and earmarked for the Alliance.
Once you submit this application, the next page will provide a link to make a donation. By committing to the donation here, you ensure that all funds donated will be used to promote the Alliance and its mission in the county.
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