Who We Are

Who we Are

Founded in 2012, Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to connecting our community to local foods through year-round weekly farmers markets, food access initiatives, school gardens and health & food education opportunities.

Our Mission

To build and sustain a local food community through a vibrant, producers-only marketplace, improved food access, and educational programming

Our Purpose

Stimulate public interest in the consumption of local farm and food products and participation in the local food economy.
Provide local farmers & food producers a convenient and inexpensive place to sell their products.
Strengthen the local economy by redirecting consumer’s dollars to local producers.
Enhance the quality of life in Galveston and surrounding area by providing a forum for community activity, which fosters social gatherings, synergy, & interaction.

Our CORE VALUES

Integrity
Community
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity
Education
Sustainability

Galveston’s Own Farmers Market brings locally-grown produce, prepared foods and edible farm products to residents of Galveston and the surrounding areas to provide a direct connection to vendors creating and growing fresh whole foods. We strive to foster a greater sense of community through supporting local Texas farmers and producers, and connect individuals with their local food economy.

GOFM is a small-but-mighty organization run by a small local staff and an all-volunteer Board of Directors and countless efforts and hours from volunteers in the community.

Our organization is funded by generous grants from local and national philanthropies, Friends of the Farmers Market memberships, vendor fees, fundraising events, community donations, merchandise sales and beyond.