Fueling Farmer Growth with Feed the Hunger Fund

At The Acceleration Project (TAP), we believe that small business growth starts with knowledge, access, and community. That belief came to life this spring through a powerful collaboration with Feed the Hunger Fund, a CDFI dedicated to building sustainable and equitable food systems by supporting Hawaii and California-based food and agriculture entrepreneurs from low income communities. 
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On April 11, TAP delivered a workshop as part of Feed the Hunger Fund’s ‘OHE Program, designed to uplift farmers with financial skills that build lasting stability. Hosted virtually, the session brought together farm owners seeking to grow their businesses and navigate the complexities of financial statements and pricing strategy.

The workshop covered the fundamentals of financial health, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow, paired with actionable guidance on pricing strategies that protect margins and support long term profitability.
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Through real world examples and interactive exercises, participants gained clarity on how to assess their performance, prepare for financing, and price their products for success in a shifting market. Topics included:
• How to interpret core financial statements
• The differences between cash and accrual accounting
• How to conduct a break-even analysis
• Techniques to align pricing with costs, competition, and customer value

“I really enjoyed the session. The presentations were clear, digestible, and left room for questions. I found the content fascinating.” - Business Development Specialist/Lending Officer at Feed the Hunger Fund
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Feedback from participants reflected high satisfaction with the experience. All attendees said they were likely to recommend TAP to a colleague, with 75% reporting they were extremely likely. Among those with an operational business, 75% felt better equipped to advance their business after attending the workshop.

The project was staffed by two TAP consultants, including one with over 20 years of experience supporting mission-driven organizations. Together, they led a workshop focused on key concepts in financial health and profitability. Through real-world examples and interactive exercises, participants explored how to assess their performance, prepare for financing, and price their products effectively in a dynamic market.
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“I had the right training and tools, used resources from the TAP toolbox alongside external research, and felt the client was engaged, satisfied, and well supported by the clear and easy to use materials we prepared.”

Feed the Hunger Fund’s mission to nourish communities and fund change aligns closely with TAP’s commitment to providing under-resourced entrepreneurs with high caliber business consulting. Together, we are investing in the people who grow our food, ensuring they have the tools, knowledge, and capital they need to thrive.

This collaboration demonstrates what is possible when mission aligned organizations join forces to uplift farmers from the ground up. From financial fluency to pricing power, our workshop planted seeds of growth for future harvests.

If your organization is ready to be part of this movement, we invite you to partner with TAP. 
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Fill out our interest form, or visit the partnership page on our website to learn more. ​