For The Love of Local Foundation
YOUR SMALL BUSINESS BESTIE
Small Business Resource Guide
Our first entry into our Resource Guide series is now available!
CHOOSING THE RIGHT MARKETS
Brand Mini Photo Shoot
Looking to up your social media + website game? Register now for a spot at our Brand Mini Photoshoot on May 9! Spots are very limited.
Backyard Growers Micro Grants
Your backyard might be your next side hustle!
Seriously.
If you’re growing more than you can eat…
why not sell it?
We’re giving local growers free access to our Clayton Farmers Markets.
No gatekeeping. no big farm energy.
just good, homegrown stuff.
Interested? Fill out the form below and we will be in touch!
Micro Grant Information
A new chapter of local love begins.
The Love Of Local Foundation is a registered non profit and the community focused extension of The Collective Markets. It was created to bring more opportunity, more connection and more support to the people who shape our markets. We focus on youth makers, emerging entrepreneurs, community vendors and food access programs that help families bring fresh local food to their tables.
What We Do
The Love Of Local Foundation provides in kind grants through subsidized or fully sponsored vendor spaces for youth makers and community focused vendors. We also create community partnerships and support programs that increase access to healthy food. We also offer education and mentorship to help small businesses grow with confidence.
Why It Matters
Strong communities are built through connection. The foundation helps remove financial barriers, supports meaningful opportunities and uplifts the small businesses that make our markets special.
Our Story
After eight seasons of building The Collective Markets, we have seen the incredible impact of choosing local. The Love Of Local Foundation is our way of giving back and creating more inclusive opportunities in every community we serve.
Get Involved
Support can look like donating, partnering or simply showing up for local makers at our markets. Every contribution helps us bring more local love to more people.
VENDOR GRANT INFORMATION TO COME SOON
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