A recent applicant for an HSF grant…
Rachael and Chris Jones were hoping to fulfill their dream to expand their agritourism business on a recently purchased 29-acre farm, called Sumac Creek.
The Jones knew that their work resonated with people – they run a multi-faceted business growing food and serving it at their Dine on the Land events, in addition to a CSA program, cut flower subscription, and more. They emphasize youth education through immersive summer camps, cooking classes, and gardening workshops. Sumac Creek Farm includes buildings to support more programming for farm-stays and events, plus more acreage to expand their vegetable, flower, and livestock operations. The Jones applied for a grant from HSF to be used for improvements to Sumac Creek Farm and to provide start-up working capital, all in anticipation of the busy summer months.