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We envision a food system where both people and planet flourish.

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About Us

Ideagarden Institute is a social venture studio for entrepreneurs cultivating transformative food system solutions.

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We are accelerating food systems transformation by cultivating a community of support where entrepreneurs and their innovations can thrive.

We support entrepreneurs who are improving how we grow and distribute food. 
Their solutions address issues at every stage of food production, creating positive change in our society and environment.

Climate

Stewarding land for the healing of people & planet

Education

Preparing the next generation of food systems leaders

Health

Providing access to nutrient-dense food 

Social Justice

Prioritizing resilient systems rather than extractive practices

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The Health Benefits of Drinking Tea Daily 

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Creative Salad Ideas for the Veggie Lover

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Our Model

We provide mentorship and strategic guidance for mission-driven founders, helping them to grow lasting impact.

Enterprise strategy and financial model development

We partner with founders to develop sustainable revenue models, whether for-profit, nonprofit, or hybrid structures, drawing on our network of experienced practitioners who have successfully built enterprises across the spectrum.

 

We support in roadmapping for financial sustainability, supporting early-stage programs to identify and execute pathways to financial independence.

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Studio and Strategic Mentorship

We help design sustainable business models, strengthen financial and fundraising strategies, build leadership capacity, and connect with a trusted community of experts and partners.

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Operations and Administrative Support

We manage finances, HR, compliance, insurance, fundraising, and technology systems with professionalism and care so founders can stay focused on their mission.

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Our Community

Our team includes farmers, professors, entrepreneurs, and venture capital experts who are tackling global issues through local action.

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"Testimonial from one of our program partners would go here."

Dawnelise Rosen, FARMpreneurs

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We are a proud environmental partner of 1% for the Planet. To learn more about the 1% for the Planet initiative, click here.

We are a proud environmental partner of 1% for the Planet. To learn more about the 1% for the Planet initiative, click here.

If you or your organization would like to learn more about supporting us in our impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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Ideagarden Institute, Inc.

A federally approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

PO Box 733

Healdsburg, CA 95448

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Tax ID: 86-2425643

Nondiscrimination Policies.

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All photos of the Ideagarden credited to Will Rosenzweig

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©2025 by Ideagarden Institute

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