Improving Soil Health
Soil Health will improve over time, with increases in organic matter and several other key variables tested through our Ecological Outcomes Verification.
Support Our Farm and Our Mission
Join our mission to build a healthier, more equitable food system. As a nonprofit regenerative farm, we rely on people who believe good food can create meaningful change in our soil, our health, and our shared future.
Nonprofit Regenerative Farm
As a nonprofit regenerative farm managing 818 acres, we are building a more resilient food system and inviting others to help grow that future with us.
Carnation Farms is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to transform the way people grow, cook, and connect with food. See our progress in our Annual Impact Reports.
When you donate, you help us:
- Educate future food citizens and regenerative farmers
- Offer community events and immersive learning experiences
- Provide access to fresh, locally grown food
- Create programs that support health, equity, and sustainability
- Care for 818 acres of farmland, forest, and historic buildings
Challenges & Solutions
The Challenge We’re Facing
- Today’s food system places growing pressure on soil health, rural communities, and the quality of the food we eat.
- Many markets are built around industrial-scale agriculture, where pricing, distribution, and policy often favor conventional models.
- As a result, farms working to restore land, support animal welfare, and strengthen local food systems face significant challenges.
Farming as Regeneration
- Carnation Farms brings its mission to life by growing, harvesting, preparing, and sharing food while restoring the land that produces it.
- We steward all 818 acres as one connected ecosystem supporting healthy habitats, resilient agriculture, and nourishing food.
- Through direct relationships and values-driven partnerships, we aim to strengthen regenerative farming and build a more resilient regional food system.
Your Support Has an Impact
As a nonprofit farm, we cannot bring this vision to life without the support of our community and generous donors. We invite our neighbors, partners, and patrons to be part of the journey — through farm visits, shared meals, educational programs, culinary experiences, regional partnerships, and philanthropic support of any size.
Restoring Habitat
Habitat Restoration through land & waterway stewardship, tribal partnership, &wildlife management, addressing flooding & increasing biodiversity.
Preserving Crop & Rangeland
Crop & Rangeland Preservation through rotational grazing practices, increasing biodiversity, cover cropping at scale, and reducing the need for fertilizer inputs.
Anchoring the Regenerative Food Supply Chain
Anchor the regenerative food supply chain at Carnation Farms, benefitting the entire Puget Sound both economically and ecologically.
Expanding Farm-to-Table Education
Farm-to-table education will activate our regenerative mission through hands-on workshops, culinary programming, and on our Farmstand shelves. Sharing practical skills, seasonal knowledge, and whole-animal cooking traditions that connect field to plate equip consumers and chefs to source with intention.
Make a One-Time or Recurring Gift
All donations are tax-deductible and support our programs directly. Fill out the form below to give via our secure donation form.