Case Studies
Real-world examples of our work transforming food systems and building regenerative infrastructure.
Our Impact in Action
These case studies demonstrate how we work with partners to create lasting change in food systems, from strategic planning to legal innovation to network building. Each project showcases our approach to collaborative, systems-level transformation.
Featured Project
Our comprehensive strategic planning work with Funders for Regenerative Agriculture (FORA)
FORA Strategic Planning Initiative
We led a comprehensive strategic planning process for Funders for Regenerative Agriculture, a network of philanthropic organizations committed to transforming agricultural systems.
Our Approach
- 60-75 stakeholder interviews and focus groups
- Power and influence mapping of the regenerative agriculture landscape
- Strategic design sprints using sociocracy principles
- Equity integration throughout the process
Outcomes
- Comprehensive strategic framework for the organization
- Enhanced stakeholder engagement and alignment
- Clear roadmap for advancing regenerative agriculture funding
Project Details
More Case Studies
Explore other examples of our work across different sectors and project types.
University Food System Transformation
We helped a major university develop a comprehensive local food purchasing program that now sources 40% of their produce from regional farmers.
- • Established relationships with 25+ local farms
- • Created cooperative purchasing agreements
- • Reduced food costs by 15% while improving quality
- • Built student engagement programs around local food
Hospital Food Hub Network
We designed and implemented a food hub network connecting multiple hospitals to local farmers through cooperative structures.
- • Coordinated purchasing across 5 hospital systems
- • Developed legal frameworks for cooperative ownership
- • Created year-round supply through crop planning
- • Improved patient satisfaction with food quality
Green Bond Pilot Development
We're developing a bioregional green bond pilot to deploy catalytic capital into food hub infrastructure and cooperative land ownership.
- • Legal-financial architecture design
- • Stakeholder mapping and engagement
- • Regenerative ROI metrics development
- • Blended finance structuring
Farmer Data Union Development
We're working with farmers to develop data sovereignty frameworks that protect their information while enabling collective bargaining power.
- • Legal framework design for data ownership
- • Cooperative governance structures
- • Technology platform development
- • Farmer education and engagement
Our Case Study Approach
Every project we undertake follows our core principles of participatory design, systems thinking, and regenerative outcomes. We believe in documenting and sharing our work to advance the field and inspire others.
- Participatory design processes that center stakeholder voices
- Systems-level analysis and intervention design
- Measurable outcomes and impact assessment
- Knowledge sharing and capacity building
Project Types
Ready to Create Your Success Story?
Whether you're looking to transform your organization's food system, develop strategic plans, or build regenerative infrastructure, we're here to help you achieve your goals.