Local First Arizona is committed to community and economic development throughout Arizona. Their work connects people, locally owned businesses, and communities for meaningful actions that build a diverse, inclusive, and prosperous economy. These efforts include strengthening local food systems and increasing food sovereignty in food-insecure communities.
They have partnerships across the state to offer choice food pantries, cooking and gardening classes, community kitchens, food waste diversion programs, and community gardens. One such collaboration is Heart & Soil People’s Garden, which bridges the gap between local food production and community access to fresh, healthy food.
