Help us support farmers stewarding the healing of our soil and nourishing our collective future.
Donate to Support Emergency Funding for Farmers
n response to current federal funding uncertainty, Healing Soils Foundation (HSF) is launching the Regenerative Farmer Assurance Fund (RFAF) to provide critical financial relief to organic and regenerative farmers facing delays in public funding. With federal reimbursement programs frozen or slowed, farmers who depend on these funds for conservation, soil health, and infrastructure improvements are now at serious financial risk.
In early 2025, the Trump administration froze key federal agricultural grants and loans, delaying much-needed funding for farmers. While some funds have since been released, many farmers remain in limbo, forced into uncertainty for critical projects with no clear timeline for repayment. These delays threaten their ability to plant, harvest, and invest in sustainable infrastructure—jeopardizing both their livelihoods and the future of regenerative agriculture in the Midwest.
HSF created RFAF as a bridge funding solution to help farmers stay afloat. This fund provides recoupable emergency grants that allow farmers to keep moving forward while waiting for delayed public reimbursements. If their reimbursement arrives, they repay the grant, keeping the fund sustainable and available for others. If no reimbursement comes, the grant converts to non-recoupable aid, ensuring farmers don’t bear additional financial burdens.
By offering this crucial safety net, HSF is stabilizing the regenerative farming movement, protecting soil health initiatives, and ensuring Midwest farmers can continue their vital work without interruption.
Support Socially Disadvantaged Farmers with Land Access
Help us break down barriers to land ownership for socially disadvantaged farmers in the Midwest. In 2025, Healing Soils Foundation is piloting a down payment assistance program to support farmers from underrepresented communities who face limited access to land and capital. By donating, you’re empowering these farmers to reclaim their livelihoods, build resilient food systems, and steward their own land using regenerative practices. Together, we can create more equitable access to farmland, fostering a future where diverse voices shape the landscape of sustainable agriculture. Join us in making land access a reality for the next generation of Midwest farmers.
Support Restore Midwest
Support resilient food systems in the Midwest by funding grants directly to organic and regenerative farmers. Healing Soils Foundation provides vital financial resources to farmers committed to sustainable practices that restore soil health, increase biodiversity, and reduce the carbon footprint of agriculture. Your donation will help farmers transition away from industrial methods, adopt regenerative practices, and produce healthier food for their communities. Together, we can make regenerative agriculture accessible, promote climate resilience, and protect the heartland’s environment for future generations. Join us in building a sustainable Midwest from the ground up!
Thank you for your support!
About Us
Healing Soils Foundation (HSF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to advancing the principles of organic and regenerative agriculture in the Midwest and beyond. We believe healthy soil is the cornerstone of thriving ecosystems and human health. Since our establishment in 2022 , we have worked to support farmers who are committed to nurturing the land back to vitality.
Our approach is rooted in the belief that soil restoration is not merely a task for individual farmers, but a collective responsibility that necessitates broad support and diverse capital. Through our charitable grants and collaborative initiatives, we empower regenerative and organic farmers operating at scale to implement sustainable practices that heal the Earth, enhance food quality, and revitalize local communities.
At Healing Soils Foundation, we envision a future where agriculture harmonizes with nature, replenishing rather than depleting our precious resources. Join us in cultivating a sustainable legacy, where the health of the soil provides the foundation for a healthy people and planet.
How to Donate
You can make a secure online donation of $25 to $1,000 to one of our HSF Campaigns and will receive an automated charitable tax receipt.
For donations over $1,000, please send an email to Sarah Franz at sfranz@healingsoilsfoundation.org
To donate through DAF Direct, please click here.
To donate by check, please make your check payable to:
Healing Soils Foundation
1720 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. EIN 82-3877725
Healing Soils Foundation does not provide any goods or services in exchange for voluntary cash contributions.