Supporting Small Farms & Food Businesses in the St. Louis Region
The TGFM Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was started by the team behind the Tower Grove Farmers’ Market in St. Louis to provide grants and affordable financing to help local food entrepreneurs grow, sustain, and thrive.
(Links to the TGFM Foundation website)
About the Foundation
For more than 20 years, we have worked directly with small farms and food businesses through the Tower Grove, BLVD, and Rockwell Farmers’ Markets in St. Louis.
In that time, we have seen how challenging it can be for small, independent producers to access affordable capital especially at the moments when it matters most.
The TGFM Foundation was created to help fill that gap: providing practical, accessible funding to the people who grow and make our local food.
What We Offer
Grants
Small-scale funding to support early-stage needs, critical investments for growth, or unexpected challenges.
Zero-Interest Loans
Flexible financing designed specifically for small farmers and food businesses, with terms that reflect real-world conditions.
Emergency Assistance
Swift financial aid in times of family emergencies and natural disasters.
Support for Growth
Connecting entrepreneurs with resources, opportunities, and an established local food network.
Who We Support
The TGFM Foundation is designed to support:
-Small and mid-sized farms
-Food producers and makers
-Market vendors
-Early-stage food businesses
-Food entrepreneurs who may not have access to traditional financing
If you are building or growing a food-based business and need support, this foundation is for you.
(Links to the TGFM Foundation website)
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