Capital Innovation in Regenerative Systems
- Nicole McDougall
- Oct 15
- 2 min read
The way we fund, grow, and sustain our food system is broken—and it’s time to rebuild it from the ground up.
We believe that the future of finance must serve the future of food. That means investing not just in short-term returns, but in regenerative systems—models that restore ecosystems, strengthen local economies, and nourish communities.

Our mission is simple yet transformative: To support entrepreneurs who are reimagining the food system through regenerative design, sustainable infrastructure, and community-driven innovation.
Why We’re Here
Today’s entrepreneurs are leading the way in reshaping how food is produced, distributed, and valued. But many of these visionaries struggle to access the right kind of capital—funding that understands soil health, social impact, and circular economies as part of the bottom line.
We’re building a bridge between investors and innovators, helping financial institutions and funders move beyond extractive models toward collaborative investment strategies that yield lasting returns for people, planet, and profit.
This is not just about farms—it’s about the financial architecture that supports resilient food systems.
Meet Local Partners
We’re proud to spotlight three local entrepreneurs at the forefront of this work—each demonstrating what regeneration looks like in action:
🌾 Access to Fresh: Connecting families, schools, and community organizations with locally grown produce—advancing food security, nutrition literacy, and local economic opportunity.
🌻 15th Street Farm: A hub for community learning and urban agriculture that improves quality of life through local organic food, hands-on education, and resilience-based food systems.
🌿ArtisTREE Gardens: Blending sustainability education, organic agriculture, and creative performance to cultivate a new generation of stewards for our environment and culture.
These innovators are redefining what’s possible at the intersection of food, education, and community.
How You Can Get Involved
We invite you to join us in growing this movement:
Invest Differently – Partner with Project Feeding Ground to support regenerative entrepreneurs and explore new financial models that measure success by impact and sustainability.
Collaborate Locally – Connect with our regional partners to support projects that create tangible change in your community.
Engage & Learn – Participate in upcoming briefings, roundtables, and pilot programs focused on regenerative finance and food systems innovation.
Together, we can build the infrastructure for a regenerative economy—one rooted in collaboration, strategy, and collective return on investment.
Join the Movement
Whether you’re an investor, a community leader, or a changemaker ready to take action, this network is your invitation to help design the next generation of food systems.
👉 Subscribe for updates, investment opportunities, and project spotlights.
Let’s build a future where finance nourishes life—starting with our local soil.




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