Work with a Local Food Hero
Work with a Local Food Hero

Complete Your Local Food Heroes Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Local Food Hero! Based on our conversation, we’d like to learn more about your vision and goals.

What to Expect

This detailed application will take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete. We'll ask about:

  • Your goals and vision as a Local Food Hero
  • Your availability and commitment level
  • Resources you might already have
  • Housing support needs (if applicable)
  • How we can best support your agricultural leadership journey

Next Steps After You Submit

1. Review Period:

  • 3-5 business days

2. Application Discussion

  • If selected, we'll invite you to a 45-60 minute video conversation

3. Final Decision

  • Within one week of your application discussion

Questions?

Ready to continue your journey to becoming a Local Food Hero?

Complete the form below.


Our Partners

Our program is strengthened by collaborations with established agricultural organizations and service providers:

This material is based upon work supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, through the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under subaward number CNE25-001.

Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.