Member Join - SC Black Farmers

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Must identify as/be identified as Black or African American

Must pledge to actively support the SCBFC mission and vision

Must be actively farming in SC, or have plans to begin farming in SC within 6 months

Must pay annual dues of $50.00 for 12-month period (waivers and scholarships are available for Elder and beginning farmers)

Access to start up/matching funds for USDA cost-share projects and other on-farm needs (based on Coalition financial position).

Information on grants, sponsorships, contracts and other funding opportunities.

Connections to Black entrepreneurs working in agriculture-related fields.

Information about federal and state laws, policies and practices that impact Black farmers.

A safe space for Black farmers to share concerns and ideas.

Monthly listing of produce available, farming-related jobs, land for sale/rent, and equipment for sale/rent/share, etc.

Discounts at conference and training sessions.

Must express support for SCBFC mission and vision

Must pay annual dues of $150 for 12-month period

Advertise events and notices in monthly newsletter

Early invitations for event sponsorship

Invitation to serve as guest speaker for workshops and trainings