Silly Nice Partners with FarmOn! Foundation for Agricultural Growth
Silly Nice, a Black and Veteran-owned cannabis brand from Harlem, is excited to announce its partnership with the FarmOn! Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to ensuring the prosperity of family farms and sustainable agriculture in rural America.
Beginning in 2025, Silly Nice will actively support the important educational initiatives of the FarmOn! Foundation at Empire Farm. These initiatives aim to inspire and prepare the upcoming generation while revitalizing rural economies.
FarmOn! Foundation, co-founded by Tessa and Eric Williams, has a mission addressing a significant issue— the lack of succession planning affecting 1% of family farms crucial for feeding Americans. With many young individuals moving to urban environments, family farms often face a future without anyone to continue their sustainable farming legacies.
To tackle this challenge, the FarmOn! Foundation is committed to providing hands-on education, entrepreneurship training, and advocacy, ensuring that sustainable and profitable farming traditions are upheld for future generations.
Financial Support and Engagement Efforts
This collaboration will witness Silly Nice providing both financial backing and raising awareness about the importance of agricultural education. Founders LeVar Thomas and Shane Breen are dedicated to community development and will use their platforms to bolster FarmOn! Foundation's initiatives, which include internships on organic farms, policy advocacy for family farms, and specialized training programs tailored for young and aspiring farmers.
LeVar Thomas, Co-Founder of Silly Nice, emphasized, "We believe in nourishing entrepreneurship and motivating young individuals to embark on sustainable farming careers. Supporting FarmOn! aligns with our values as a socially responsible brand. Together, we can equip future generations with the necessary skills to feed the world sustainably."
Mission and Values of FarmOn! Foundation
Established in 2011, the FarmOn! Foundation aims to create a model of conscious food production that can be replicated around the nation. Its core values center on four main principles: nurturing entrepreneurial spirit, fostering agricultural education, advocating for family farms, and revitalizing rural economies.
Tessa Williams, Co-Founder of FarmOn! Foundation, shared her excitement about the partnership, stating, "We’re thrilled to collaborate with Silly Nice, a brand that truly embodies our commitment to community, sustainability, and innovation. Together, we can inspire the next generation of farmers and bridge the critical gap in rural America."
Silly Nice's Commitment to Sustainable Agriculture
Silly Nice holds a strong commitment to making a positive impact and this partnership signifies a substantial step toward supporting initiatives that resonate with its ethos. The FarmOn! Foundation offers educational experiences on working organic farms, advocates for rural agriculture policies, and delivers entrepreneurship training for young farmers, all contributing to the overarching goal of promoting sustainable agriculture as a profitable career path.
Residents can expect to see Silly Nice actively championing the FarmOn! Foundation's mission through its platforms, encouraging the community to engage and impact the agricultural landscape positively. By emphasizing educational outreach, Silly Nice is poised to advocate that sustainable farming is pivotal not only for the survival of rural economies but also for the health of our planet.
Availability of Silly Nice Products
Silly Nice's products are available at over 90 dispensaries throughout New York, demonstrating the brand’s commitment to delivering quality and supporting community initiatives. The collaboration with FarmOn! Foundation stands as yet another testament to its dedication to fostering social change in the communities it serves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the goal of the partnership between Silly Nice and FarmOn! Foundation?
The partnership aims to support educational programs and revive rural economies through sustainable agriculture initiatives.
Who founded the FarmOn! Foundation?
The FarmOn! Foundation was co-founded by Tessa Williams and Eric Williams to address the succession planning issue on family farms.
What types of programs will Silly Nice support?
Silly Nice will support internships, policy advocacy, and training programs designed to empower young and beginning farmers.
Where can Silly Nice products be found?
Silly Nice products are currently available in over 90 dispensaries across New York.
What values does the FarmOn! Foundation uphold?
FarmOn! Foundation focuses on entrepreneurship, agricultural education, advocacy for family farms, and revitalizing rural economies.
