Distributed more than

1.8 million pounds of  sustainably grown produce 

Generated more than $7.2 million in local economic returns 

Created $880,000 in additional revenue benefiting local BIPOC growers

Dispersed $509,000 in loan funds to food retailers, local growers, and distributors 

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Access to healthy food, good jobs, and ownership opportunities are fundamental to a thriving neighborhood.

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About Us

BUILDING ASSETS THROUGH LOCAL FOOD ENTERPRISES

Founded in West Oakland, California, Mandela Partners was established to fill a gap that was created through deeply rooted inequities--a legacy of redlining and economic disinvestment, and barriers to opportunities for entrepreneurs. We do this by weaving together several areas of work: sourcing from sustainable family farmers, creating accessible and affordable healthy food access points, supporting local food business creation and expansion, and increasing capital for BIPOC entrepreneurs.

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Together, we envision a future where small sustainable farmers are invested in, local food enterprises are central to community wealth building, and residents are thriving.

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Order fresh produce for pick-up in your neighborhood sourced from our network of BIPOC farmers 

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Eat local at our community food hall in unincorporated Alameda County

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 Shop for healthy foods in your community at our partnering stores

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Check out our latest menu and learn how we're supporting workforce development 

The nexus between food,

community,

and local businesses

 

In Mandela Partners' video, our partner farmers, neighborhood retailers, and community leaders talk about how we're supporting an environment of health through neighborhood-led initiatives.