Order fresh produce for delivery or pick-up in your neighborhood sourced from our network of BIPOC farmers
Eat local at our community kitchen and food business incubator in unincorporated Alameda County, Ashland
From nutrition and wellness to recipes and cooking demos, our wellness program will help you improve your health.
Food entrepreneurs should check out our Food Business Pathways Program to obtain tools, resources and coaching for growing their business.
Shop for healthy foods in your community at our partnering stores.
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August 7, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Join us for Mini Market at Ashland Zócalo! Meet local food entrepreneurs sharing delicious dishes. Celebrate food, culture, and community. It's a party in Ashland every month!
August 11 – November 16​
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Do you have an interest in the culinary field? Our culinary training applications are now open for [month, year]. If you're interested, please fill out our form.
July 11, 2025​
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We're hiring! Mandela Partners is seeking a part-time Incubation Associate to support local food entrepreneurs at our E14th Eatery + Kitchen. Oakland-rooted community members encouraged to apply! Learn more here.
2.6M
Pounds of sustainably grown local produce distributed
$614K
In loan funds distributed to food retailers, local farmers, and distributors
$10.5M
Generated in local economic returns
50+
Jobs were secured in the food sector for individuals with barriers to employment
$1.4M
In additional revenue created benefiting local sustainable farmers
14
Community food businesses were launched and expanded
Mandela Partners is a hub for food, community, and local business.
Mandela Partners was established in West Oakland, California to fill a gap that was created through deeply rooted inequities.
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Learn how we're supporting healthier environments through neighborhood-led initiatives by experiencing the stories of residents in this video.