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Saint Paul, MN

The Good Acre (Good Acre)

EIN 47-1663334
Housing, Food & Basic Needs Food Security & Nutrition Immigrants & refugees Communities of color Rural communities
Mission

We connect and strengthen farmers, food makers, and communities through good food.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About The Good Acre (Good Acre)

The Good Acre is a Saint Paul–based nonprofit food hub that connects local farmers and food makers with markets, technical assistance, and community buyers to build a more equitable, resilient regional food system. The organization operates a wholesale distribution program, a CSA for consumers, grower support services, and producer-focused initiatives designed to improve farm viability. In recent years The Good Acre has expanded market access and farmer supports while reporting strong program growth: in its 2024 fiscal year it reported approximately $2.8M in revenue, and its public materials cite 2025 impact figures including roughly $2.9M in total food sales and partnerships with nearly 100 producers, a majority of whom identify as farmers of color, immigrants, or first-generation Minnesotans. Current programs highlighted on the organization’s site include LEAFF, Grower Support services, a Produce Grading Guide, wholesale buyer programming, and multiple CSA offerings for home cooks and community members.

Notable achievements

Largest nonprofit food hub in Minnesota

The Good Acre describes itself as the largest nonprofit food hub in the state, operating wholesale distribution, CSA sales, and market-development services that expand buyers and revenue opportunities for regional producers.

2025 program impact

Reported 2025 impact highlights include approximately $2.9M in total food sales, engagement with 99 food producers, and a producer base where about 79% identify as farmers of color, immigrants, or first-generation Minnesotans—demonstrating growth in market access for historically underserved growers.

Launch and scaling of farmer-facing supports (LEAFF & Grower Support)

In the past several years The Good Acre launched and grew programs focused on emerging and BIPOC-led farms (including its LEAFF initiative), plus resources like a Produce Grading Guide and one-on-one business supports to improve farm-level profitability and product consistency for wholesale markets.

At a glance

Total assets
$1.4M
Annual revenue
$2.8M
Tax status
501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN
47-1663334
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Website
thegoodacre.org
On Mahalo since
September 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Four-star rating on Charity Navigator (high marks for accountability and finance, impact, and leadership).
Active, registered charity with the Minnesota Attorney General’s office and tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status (IRS ruling since 2014).
Recognized and supported by regional funders and foundations and listed grantee in multiple local philanthropic reports and foundation returns.

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