What Glynwood does

Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered at 362 Glynwood Rd, Cold Spring, New York, that operates across the Hudson Valley region. Its stated mission is to cultivate just and resilient food systems so that farmers, land, and communities thrive. The organization runs an extensive portfolio of regional food and farming programs, including farmer training and apprenticeship programs (Hudson Valley Apprenticeship, CRAFT, Anti-Racist Farmer Training Group), food access initiatives (Food Sovereignty Fund, CSA is a SNAP, Glynwood Food Donations, Regional Food for Health), production programs (Organic Vegetable CSA, Pasture-Based Livestock Production, Grains and Staples, The Cider Project), and farm business development programs (Hudson Valley Farm Business Incubator, Land Access, Farmer Housing Working Group, HV Livestock Working Group). Sub-brands include the Hudson Valley Farm Relief Fund, the Hudson Valley CSA Coalition, and the Hudson Valley Farm Business Incubator.

The organization generates revenue through a mix of individual and institutional donations, event ticket sales (including sliding-scale Variety Showcase tickets, Farm Dinners, Burger Fridays, and community workshops), CSA share subscriptions, on-site Farm Store sales of pasture-raised meats and certified organic vegetables, site rental at its Cold Spring campus, and program-related fees. Glynwood's go-to-market leverages a website hub, email newsletter, and in-person events with notable chefs and community gatherings, reaching hundreds of food and farming changemakers. The organization holds a Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency (2025), a Four-Star Charity Navigator Rating, and 1% for the Planet membership, reinforcing donor and partner credibility. Key strategic partners include Cornell Cooperative Extension (Harvest New York), Cornell Small Grain Breeding and Genetics, the Rodale Institute, USDA National TOPP, USDA-NIFA-OREI, the Anahata Foundation, and the Culinary Breeding Network.

Name

Glynwood

Legal name

Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming

Website

https://glynwood.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered in Cold Spring, New York, that cultivates just and resilient food systems in the Hudson Valley through farmer training, food access programs, CSA operations, and regional food and farming partnerships.

Ownership category

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Product category

Agricultural Nonprofit Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (62421)

SIC

Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (Fair Trade, Food Access, Regenerative) (BPAGALAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (BPAGAGAI), Farm-to-Consumer Produce Boxes / CSA Delivery (AFAIANAC), Farm-to-Consumer Cooperative Markets (Local Producer Co-ops) (CRAHALAG)

Keywords

• Nonprofit agricultural organization
• Regional food systems
• Farmer training programs
• CSA community supported agriculture
• Sustainable farming initiatives

Headquarters

HQ city

Cold Spring

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: The organization accepts donations from individuals and organizations to support its mission of cultivating just and resilient food systems.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates farmer training, food access, and regional food system programs in New York's Hudson Valley. It delivers hands-on apprenticeship and incubator programs for farmers, runs CSA and SNAP-accessible produce programs, hosts farm-to-table dinners, workshops, and an Annual Auction & Benefit, and sells pasture-raised meats and organic vegetables through an on-site Farm Store. The organization functions as a regional hub connecting farmers, food producers, and community members to build just and resilient food systems.

Product overview

Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming is a nonprofit organization offering a diverse portfolio of programs and services focused on building just and resilient regional food systems in New York's Hudson Valley. The core offerings include agricultural training programs (Hudson Valley Apprenticeship, CRAFT, Anti-Racist Farmer Training), food access initiatives (Food Sovereignty Fund, CSA is a SNAP, Regional Food for Health), production programs (Organic Vegetable CSA, Pasture-Based Livestock Production, Grains and Staples, The Cider Project), and farm business development (Hudson Valley Farm Business Incubator, Land Access). These programs are complemented by community engagement activities including Farm Dinners, the Annual Auction & Benefit, Burger Fridays, Community Yoga, and a Farm Store. The organization serves hundreds of food and farming changemakers from the Hudson Valley and beyond, functioning as both an educational/resource hub and direct service provider.

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Brands

• Hudson Valley Farm Relief Fund: Emergency support fund for Hudson Valley farmers facing crises
• Food Sovereignty Fund
• Hudson Valley CSA Coalition
• CSA is a SNAP
• Hudson Valley Farm Business Incubator
• The Cider Project
• Grains and Staples

Products and services

• Organic Vegetable CSA Community Supported Agriculture program offering shares of certified organic vegetables for sale year-round to community members in the Hudson Valley.
• Farm Store On-site retail store at the Cold Spring campus selling Glynwood pasture-raised meats, certified organic vegetables, and farm products to the public.
• Farm Dinners Ticketed farm-to-table dinner events featuring local chefs and seasonal regional cuisine, scheduled throughout the year at the Cold Spring campus.
• Annual Auction & Benefit Annual ticketed fundraising event featuring food, celebrity chefs, a live DJ, and an auction that raises funds to support Glynwood's regional food and farming work.
• Burger Fridays Weekly community summer event held every Friday in July and August, featuring burgers, hot dogs, vegan hot dogs, and salads made with Glynwood farm products, sold individually to attendees.
• Community Yoga Outdoor yoga sessions held on the farm during the summer and fall to promote wellness and community connection.
• All Ages Foraging Workshop Ticketed foraging workshop open to all ages, scheduled as part of Glynwood's public events programming.
• Adult Foraged Tea Workshop Ticketed workshop for adults focused on foraging and preparing foraged teas, held at Glynwood.
• Community Potluck Community potluck gatherings held on the farm during July and August to bring together regional food system participants.
• Variety Showcase Annual ticketed event dedicated to organic seed and inclusive plant breeding, co-produced with the Culinary Breeding Network, with sliding-scale tickets.
• Elevating Grain: Hudson Valley Grain Fair Hudson Valley grain fair connecting grain purchasers, processors, and producers, co-presented with Cornell Cooperative Extension Harvest New York.
• Site Rental Rental of the Glynwood campus for private events through a dedicated venue website (glynwoodevents.org).

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves hundreds of food and farming changemakers from Hudson Valley and beyond

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cornell Cooperative Extension, Harvest New YorkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-presenter of the Elevating Grain event and partner in grain supply chain development efforts in the Hudson Valley region.
• Cornell Small Grain Breeding and GeneticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch partner for grain breeding programs supporting regional organic grain production.
• The Rodale InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in supporting organic farming research and transition to organic practices.
• USDA National TOPPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransition to Organic Partnership Program supporting farmers moving to organic production.
• USDA-NIFA-OREI – Value Added Grains for Local and Regional Food SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunding and research partner for value-added grain initiatives and local food systems development.
• New York State Education DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supporting food education initiatives.
• Culinary Breeding NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-producer of the Variety Showcase event dedicated to organic seed and advancing inclusive plant breeding that engages everyone across the food system.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Local Food Hub: Nonprofit food hub aggregating and distributing local farm products to institutions and food access programs. Comparable mission around regional food supply chain development.
• FoodCorps: National nonprofit connecting kids to healthy food in schools, with regional programming including in New York. Comparable education and food access mission targeting healthier regional food systems.

Regional players

• Catskills Agrarian Alliance: New York/Catskills-region nonprofit supporting sustainable agriculture and farmer livelihoods. Comparable mission and geographic adjacency to Glynwood's Hudson Valley territory.
• Just Food: NYC-based nonprofit working on regional food systems, farm-to-CSA programming, and food access. Comparable programmatic focus on CSA support, farmer training, and food justice.

Direct peers

• Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture: Operates a Hudson Valley farm and food education nonprofit in Tarrytown, NY. Comparable mission around sustainable regional agriculture, farmer training, and consumer engagement through farm dinners and programming.
• Hawthorne Valley Farm: Hudson Valley-based biodynamic farm and nonprofit running farmer training, CSA, and education programs. Comparable integrated farm-and-education model in the same region.
• Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group (NESAWG): Regional network of 500+ organizations working to transform the Northeast food system. Comparable coalition-building and regional food system advocacy mission targeting the same geography as Glynwood.
• Wholesome Wave: Nonprofit that increases affordable access to fresh, local food through SNAP doubling programs at farmers markets and CSAs. Direct overlap with Glynwood's CSA is a SNAP and Food Sovereignty Fund programs.

Broad incumbents

• Rodale Institute: National nonprofit leading organic farming research and farmer transition programs. Both Glynwood and Rodale are listed partners in supporting organic farming research in the Hudson Valley.
• American Farmland Trust: National nonprofit focused on farmland preservation and sustainable agriculture, including a significant Hudson Valley/New York regional presence. Comparable programming around land access, farmer training, and regional food systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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