We live in a pretty cool place, and we know some pretty cool people. Here is a list that will keep getting longer!

Empower Boone – Neighbors helping neighbors in Boone County and beyond. Empower Boone is a mutual aid hub located in Capron, IL. They provide so much more than food – visit the free clothing and household goods shop or ask for help getting connected with social services of all kinds. We love our neighbors.

Farmers Rising – Farmer training, public education, and advocacy for the local food ecosystem. Excellent people.

Trogg’s Hollow – Our friends and frequent partners in farming. We are on the same page. Looking for a CSA? Check them out.

Grazy Acres – Dear friends and producers of delicious beef and chicken, right up the road from our farm!

Gretta’s Goats – Dear friends and goat soap experts. Visit their farm to walk with the goats, snuggle baby goats, or learn soap-making. Their non-profit organization Healing Herd Therapy Farm provides a welcoming place where human-animal interactions help individuals heal, grow, and thrive.

My Three Pups Pet Food Pantry – Located in Capron, IL. Providing free dog and cat food to those who need it.

NBI Masonry and Chimney – Nick’s main occupation is running a one man masonry machine. Brick, stone, or block repair, tuckpointing, and new construction. If you have a broken chimney, a crumbling wall, if someone backed into your brick or stone garage, give him a call. He is the best and most reliable mason in the Rockford/Beloit area, and I’m not just saying that because he’s my husband!