Community Food Access (CFA)
Community Food Access
Increasing Accessibility to Colorado's Local Food System
We believe that local food is for everyone.
Community Food Access increases health equity and strengthens our community health by providing affordable access to locally grown, nutrient-rich food through 60–70 mobile farmers markets serving children, families, and older adults.
Our mobile markets increase accessibility by addressing:
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transportation barriers
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decreased mobility
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affordability
We collaborate with community organizations to host local food markets at convenient times and locations, offer financial incentives on local food purchases, advocate for systemic change toward food equity.
In addition, we provide our local farmers with an additional sales outlet where they can reach new audiences and take part in an inclusive local food system.
We invite you to join us, where each week during the season you will:
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Enjoy home fresh, local, seasonal produce.
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Receive recipe inspiration, cooking tips, and more.
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Get to know local farmers and learn about how and where your food is grown.
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Make an incredible impact in your local food system and contribute to a web of positive change in the community.
Weekly Farmers Markets
Local Colorado Farmers
Meet the incredible farmers that contribute to our weekly mobile markets.
Weekly Mobile Markets
Food Storage and Use
Learn how to best store and prep your food once you take it home!
How to Sign Up
1 Sign up online for a full season of local food. Choose the share types, pickup site, and pickup frequency that work best for you.
2 Pay online. You can pay upfront for the full season, or pay in installments using a credit card or e-check. We offer 50% off if you are paying with SNAP/EBT or qualify for a discount share. If you sign up after the season has started, the cost will be pro-rated. Learn more about SNAP and Discount Shares >
3 After payment, you are all set! Once the season starts, you'll pick up your food at your pickup site each week! We'll send email reminders, along with recipes, storage tips, and info about your farmers.
4 If you miss picking up your food, it won’t go to waste. We donate leftover food to our low-cost markets at Head Start preschools, senior living facilities, and more! Check out our FAQ page if you have questions.