Working Directly with Farmers
We have been building relationships with small farms and independent food producers across the U.S. since 1998. Your business with us supports their economic sustainability. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships with growers of unique produce who are strong stewards of the land.
50+ Farm-Direct Suppliers
Tens of Millions of Servings Purchased
75% 5+ Years of Partnership
The FruitGuys Community Fund
Sustainability Grants to Small Farms
The FruitGuys Community Fund was founded in 2012 to provide annual grant awards to small farms to support sustainable agriculture projects that have large positive impacts on the environment, local food systems, and farm diversity. The Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization under fiscal sponsorship of Community Initiatives. The FruitGuys covers all administrative and staffing costs in addition to contributing to the annual budget. Grantees undergo an independent selection process and farms both in and outside The FruitGuys supply network are eligible to apply.
Get Involved
- Donate – Take an active role in strengthening the success of small sustainable farms.
- Volunteer – Our volunteer grant review committee includes small farm advocates from the general public. Help choose next year’s grantees!
- Apply – Spread the word to eligible farms to apply in January for grants up to $5,000 for sustainability projects.
The FruitGuys Blog
Meet Your Finger Lime Farmer: Megan Shanley Warren
“Farming is scary. Farming is beautiful. You get your crop and you get to enjoy it and see other people enjoy it. And farming is extremely unpredictable.” Scary, beautiful, and unpredictable—that’s how Megan Shanley Warren describes her
4 Sweet and Simple DIY Fruit Gifts
With just a few days left before the holidays, I’ve been thinking about DIY gifts I can make. I’d like to give my friends and family a little something different this year. If you’re feeling the same
Holiday Fruit Traditions from Around the World
Have you ever wondered why holiday fruit gift baskets are so popular? It turns out this gifting tradition has deep roots. During the holiday season, fruits take on symbolic significance in rituals and celebrations around the world. Some
Winter Fruit Guide 2024
When winter winds bring cooler temperatures, it’s natural to lean into hearty foods like soups, roasts, and stews. But those warming meals need a fresh counterpoint—and nature provides it with winter fruit exploding with juice and flavor.
