8 RI Food Ventures to Take Part in 2020 Food Accelerator Program
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) announced that eight Rhode Island food ventures will take part in the 2020 Food Accelerator program.
The purpose of the three-month program is to boost innovation in RI’s food and farming sector and help create more successful, and sustainable businesses.
The program culminates with a Pitch Night on Thursday, April 30, held at SEG’s co-working space at 10 Davol Square in Providence.
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Distinguish Catering produces a sauce line that features a burst of ethnic flavors in one taste, with the goal of increasing potential jobs for individuals and addressing social issues in Liberia. Founder: Jessica Zeon of Providence.
Eden’s Bowls develops and sells convenient and complete, fully plant-based, allergen-friendly meals and food products to people on the go. Founder: Michelle Robinson of Johnston.
FreshConn uses innovative technology to deliver nutrient-dense, farm-fresh groceries straight from the harvest to people who have limited access to local food. Founders: Brandon Monti & Patrick Strauss of Cranston.
Kitchen to Market, a program of the YWCA, meets the unique needs of low-income women by removing barriers to food entrepreneurship including language, formal education, credentials, and access to capital. Founder: Deborah Perry of Central Falls.
Lila introduces exciting new superfoods from China, such as dried black goji berries, to the American market, using sustainable packaging and supporting a living wage for farmers in remote areas. Founders: Jasmine Yang & Karina Bao of Providence.
Providence Gardenworks is an urban home composting and gardening business that provides installation, training, and technical support to help families and communities reduce food waste and develop sustainable food habits. Founder: Stewart Martin of Providence.
Restoration Coop, an entrepreneurial training program for formerly incarcerated African American males in Rhode Island, will utilize local experts to ensure that students develop relevant skills and training in the green industry. Founder: Tarshire Battle of Pawtucket.
The Southside Farm-to-Market Center is a food hub in Providence working with small-scale farmers of color in Rhode Island and Massachusetts to build an equitable local food system. The Farm-to-Market Center will provide FDA-compliant wash, packing, storage, and processing facilities, along with marketing, and distribution services for farmers and other food businesses. Founder: Jazandra Barros of Providence.
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