2023 Farmers Feast and Award Ceremony, Jenna Shea Photojournalism

BECOME A MEMBER

For over 25 years, our members have been planting seeds with Georgia Organics to grow the good food movement. Whether you're a farmer, individual, business, or nonprofit, there is a membership level for you! Members receive discounts to events and educational programs, networking opportunities, local food and farm experiences, and more. The best part? Your membership powers our programs and mission. Together, we can heal and transform our food system to grow the health of our farmers, our communities, and the land. 

JOIN OR RENEW your membership today!


MEMBERSHIPS FOR FARMERS

  • $5/month or $60/year (fully tax-deductible)

    If you grow or raise produce, flowers, animals, or bees and are selling your products, join us as a Farmer Member! Farmer Membership helps support and connect you to statewide resources and the larger local food community.

    Discounted Rate: $2.50/month or $30/year (fully tax-deductible)

    If you need a discounted Farmer Membership, no-questions-asked, just enter the code FMDISCOUNT in the membership form when prompted.

    PROGRAM AND SERVICE ELIGIBILITY

    By joining as a Farmer Member you become eligible to apply for direct support through Georgia Organics’ Farmer Services program, including:

    -One-on-one coaching

    -Farmer Accelerator

    -Family Farm Share

    -Kaiser Bridge Health Insurance

    -Emergency support through the Farmer Fund

    -Conference and event scholarships

    Restrictions apply. Check out our Farmer Services page for more information!

    BENEFITS

    -Discounts to Georgia Organics events and conferences

    -Special invitations to farmer-centered educational opportunities

    -Cooperative purchasing discounts

    -25%, up to $250, cost share reimbursement of your first-time Organic certification fees

    -7% discount on purchases from Seven Springs Farm Supply (some restrictions apply)

    -10% discount on $100+ purchase from High Mowing Organic Seeds

    -5% discount on purchase from Johnny’s Selected Seeds

    -Farmer Member exclusive pricing of $30 per 1 cubic yard bag of Green Box Mushrooms (GBM) Compost

    -Unlimited free job postings on the national Good Food Jobs website

    -“Member of Georgia Organics” digital decal to use on your website or social media

    -Priority posting about farm-specific jobs and volunteer opportunities, farm items for sale, and farmer-led events in our monthly Grower News email

    Are you a Black farmer? Check out membership with our partner organization, Southeastern African American Farmer's Organic Network (SAAFON). SAAFON members receive a complimentary Farmer Membership with Georgia Organics! If you are already a SAAFON member, please reach out to the membership coordinator at membership@saafon.org for more details.


MEMBERSHIPS FOR ALLIES

  • $10/month or $120/year

    What's Cast Iron & Collards Society? Basically, it’s a club for food lovers!

    If you like to stay on top of what’s now and next in our local food movement, this club is for you. As a member, you’ll receive discounts and invitations to exclusive year-round events curated for the local food enthusiast. You’ll rub elbows with a passionate community of food-loving friends, inspiring farmers, and the chefs who make local ingredients shine.

    Most recently, we’ve hosted an intimate evening of cocktails and conversation with newly-minted James Beard Awardee Terry Koval of The Deer & The Dove and Mary Rigdon of Decimal Place Farm, and a masterclass on the grazing board led by Bakers Miranda Bell and Geethi Loganthan of Little Tart Bakeshop and Chef Stella Dillard of Dandelion Food & Goods. Past events have highlighted Bernard Clark, B.J. Dennis, Ford Fry, Kevin Gillespie, Carla Hall, Ron Hsu, Whitney Otawka, Todd Richards, and more!

    BENEFITS

    -Invitations to at least three Cast Iron & Collards Society events per year featuring the people who grow and prepare your favorite local foods

    -Quarterly communications of curated content designed to help you dive deeper into your love of food

    -Perks and offerings from our partner restaurants

    -Access to presales and discounts for Georgia Organics events, including our annual Farmers Feast and Award Ceremony, AKTF, and more

    -Georgia Organics e-newsletter, The Dirt, delivered to your inbox

    -All benefits of General Membership (above)

  • $84/month or $1,000/year

    We know that healthy soil is the fundamental element of a healthy local food system, environment, and community. Our Seeds & Soil Society is aptly named! This group of individuals is the foundation that allows Georgia Organics to grow seeds of change and impact to support farmer prosperity and a thriving local food system. Join us today to further our mission while engaging with a network of food and farm enthusiasts committing to making a difference locally and beyond.

    BENEFITS

    -Invitations to exclusive Seeds & Soil Society events

    -Recognition in Georgia Organics’ Impact Report

    -Discounted pricing to Georgia Organics events and educational offerings

    -Georgia Organics e-newsletter, The Dirt, delivered to your inbox

    -Regular member communications

    -All benefits of Cast Iron & Collards Society (above)

As of Jan. 20, 2024, we are sunsetting Georgia Organics General Membership. All General Members will joined before Jan. 20, 2024 will receive benefits for the full one-year term of membership. Thank you for your support!


MEMBERSHIPS FOR BUSINESSES & NONPROFITS

  • $250/year

    Discount Rate: $150/year (BIPOC-owned businesses, nonprofits, farmers markets, and ag-based government agencies are eligible for a discount. Just enter the code BNPDISCOUNT in the membership form when prompted.)

    If you are a business with 100 employees or less, this level is for you! Expand your business or organization’s connections and visibility in Georgia’s statewide food community through discounted networking, educational, and recognition opportunities.

    For over 25 years, Georgia Organics has been a hub for individuals, farmers, businesses, nonprofits, culinary professionals and enthusiasts, educators, and institutions who are invested a healthy, connected, and sustainable future built through organic and regenerative local agriculture. Join us!

    BENEFITS

    -Access and discounts to Georgia Organics events, educational activities, and conferences (discounts for up to four employees)

    -“Member of Georgia Organics” digital decal to use on your website or social media

    -Listing and link on the supporters page of Georgia Organics’ website

    -Listing in the Business Member section of the online Good Food Guide 

    -Unlimited free food- and agriculture-related job postings on the national site Good Food Jobs

    -Georgia Organics e-newsletter, The Dirt, delivered to your inbox

  • $1,000/year

    Are you a business or organization with more than 100 employees? Do you want to provide unique volunteer and educational opportunities for your team? Boost community connection and awareness? Stimulate sales? Support sustainability? Network and increase social innovation?

    Let's partner! Georgia Organics' Corporate Membership is a great opportunity to connect your business and employees across sectors for volunteer, networking, and promotional opportunities.

    For over 25 years, Georgia Organics has been a hub for individuals, farmers, businesses, nonprofits, culinary professionals and enthusiasts, educators, and institutions who are invested a healthy, connected, and sustainable future built through organic and regenerative local agriculture. Join us!

    BENEFITS

    -Tailored volunteer and educational engagement opportunities for employees

    -Invitations to unique and exclusive networking and donor events

    -Listing and link on the supporters page of Georgia Organics’ website, in the Business Member section of our online Good Food Guide, and in our annual Impact Report

    -Access and discounts to Georgia Organics events, educational activities, and conferences (discounts for up to six employees)

    -“Member of Georgia Organics” digital decal to use on your website or social media

    -Unlimited free Food- and agriculture-related job postings on the national site Good Food Jobs

    -Georgia Organics e-newsletter, the Dirt, delivered to your inbox

    -All benefits of Business & Nonprofit Membership (above)

  • Are you looking for a deeper partnership to expand your company’s affiliation with the Georgia Organics community and your impact the local food system? Contact Emmy Carter at emmy (at) georgiaorganics (dot) org to discuss Corporate and Event Sponsorship Opportunities. 


GIFT MEMBERSHIPS

Looking for the perfect something for the local grower or food enthusiast in your life? Memberships to Georgia Organics make great gifts! Contact Emmy Carter at emmy (at) georgiaorganics (dot) org to purchase a gift membership.


INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?

Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form to be kept in the loop when volunteer opportunities emerge!


QUESTIONS?

Contact Emmy Carter at emmy (at) georgiaorganics (dot) org.