Stories

Sugar Toof

Sugar Toof, LLC, a Filipino-inspired bakery founded by Kate and Joe Zecchin in March 2021, faced a setback when a fire in August 2023 led to its closure. Despite this challenge, Kate and Joe continued their operations from Kitchen@812, a…

Petaloom Floral Company

Petaloom Floral Company, formed in 2010 by Ashley O’Colmain, is situated on a 4.6-acre property in upcountry Maui, specifically in Makawao, on land owned by Ashley’s parents. This women-owned farm specializes in hand-tied bouquets, custom arrangements, workshops, and event design,…

Suksawat Farming

Nonglak Suksawat, an industrious farmer originally from Thailand, emigrated to the United States as a refugee in 2007. Since her arrival, she has resided in Fresno County, where she has established herself as a dedicated member of the local agricultural…

KauKau 4 Keiki 2024

KauKau 4 Keiki provides nutritious meals to keiki statewide during the summer months through meal kits filled with locally-sourced fruits, vegetables, proteins, starches, and milk. Each box can provide up to 14 meals per keiki. Serving 3000+ meals per week…

Campbell Stop & Shop

Campbell Stop & Shop, a beloved “Mom & Pop” store, has been a cornerstone of the Kapahulu community since 1985. Initially managed by a dedicated husband and wife duo until 1997, the current owners are now looking to retire. Stepping…

Salazar Organic Farms

Alejandro Salazar boasts an impressive over 20-year tenure in the agricultural sector, showcasing his dedication and expertise in this field. With a diverse background, having worked across various roles within different agriculture companies, Alejandro made a pivotal decision four years…

FTHF Climate Change Focus

In 2024, FTHF will establish a robust Climate Resiliency Fund in alignment with its borrowers, partners and funders. FTHF will establish a “climate lens” that examines how each loan or grant made may incorporate cleaner energy and water and a…

Casa Borinquena

After successfully catering to the Bay Area since 2018, Casa Borinqueña, a vegan Puerto Rican catering business, dreamed of opening a brick-and-mortar facility. With a $130K, 0% interest FTHF loan, Lourdes and her son Wenlock rented a space in Oakland.…

Lanai Eggs

SRA Global Solutions LLC, also known as Lanai Eggs, is a small, family-run business dedicated to providing large, fresh chicken eggs daily and occasionally selling live meat birds. They take pride in helping other farmers and backyard enthusiasts get started…

Marin Living Foods

Gaina Phan Lieu, the CEO and Founder of Marin Living Foods, embarked on a journey into the realm of almond milk creation after receiving holistic chef training at Bauman College. Her goal was to concoct a blend that seamlessly combined…

Ancient Valley Growers

Ancient Valley Growers practice regenerative agriculture – pasture-raised animals, holistic protection of soil, diverse nutrient-dense vegetables and Mamaki. Mamaki, Hawaii’s native nettle, rich in antioxidants & minerals. Organic vegetables & pasture raised animals, raw milk, eggs & chicken.…

SK Farms

Alexander Vang is the owner of SK Farms. His family immigrated from Laos to the United States in May of 2002 and settled in Sacramento, California. Alexander and wife started their farm in May of 2017. They currrently grow a…