Help Us Nourish Communities
Support us in developing Headwater Farm, 30 acres of pristine farmland located at the headwaters of the Elkhorn Creek in Northeastern Lexington, Kentucky. This land will help us in our efforts to cultivate produce for community partners & support small local agribusiness in Lexington.
As a region known for agriculture, the Headwater Farm project provides a special opportunity for Lexington to join a growing national conversation that addresses the challenges of climate change, food insecurity, and our well-being.
We aspire to create a future of agriculture that directly benefits the Lexington community and encourages small-scale growers through environmentally sustainable cultivation practices.
Creating a future that integrates agriculture
and community.
Our vision is rooted deeply in the community, and preserving the farmland will allow us to give back to the community on a much larger scale.
Goals for Year OnE
Acre Goals for 2023
Acquire and utilize 8 of 30 Acres.
4 Acres: Seedleaf Market Garden Program
2 Acres: Vegetable production
2 Acres: Agroforestry educational programming
Financial Goals for 2023
Storage Space: $22,500
$15,000 – shed
$6,000 – farm cooler
$1,500 – signage for buildings
Protection: $48,424
$23,000 – greenhouse
$12,500 – 2 gothic hi-tunnel
$10,000 – 2 caterpillar tunnel
$2,924 – electrofence
Tools/Equipment: $21,789
$5,000 – hand tools
$11,199 – utility vehicle
$5,590 – walk behind tractors
Production: $8,368
$4,800 – 3 water hydrants
$3,568 – 2 five-row seeders
Total Expenses: $101,081
We've already begun to build. Donate now to help.
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We've already begun to build. Donate now to help. 〰️
Tenets and Values
Our core values permeate all of Seedleaf’s projects — especially our new farm.
Educate. Teach the community agriculture techniques and practices for sustainability.
Inspire. Provide the opportunity for Seedleaf Market Growers to scale their small farm operations.
Provide. Grow fresh, local produce for Lexington markets and non-profit partners.
Gather. Engage locals to encourage respect through shared social engagements and farm-based activities.
Access. Give people who have never visited a farm a chance to explore, learn, and connect with nature.
Support Seedleaf’s Headwater farm.
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We couldn’t make any of this possible without your support. By partnering with our trusted local community members, we grow stronger together.