To meet this moment of change, we must
uplift our 
People
, nourish our
 Food
, and tend our 
 & 
Land
,
 Foundation
Protecting Soils, Connecting People
with courage, care, and commitment.

Our Projects

People Food & Land Foundation
At its core, People, Food and Land Foundation was never just about policy - it was about people: the farmworkers, families, and organizers who believed in building communities from the ground up, with integrity, resilience, and care for the Earth. For nearly fifty years, PFL has carried a torch lit by those who believed that community well-being begins with stewardship of the land by those who work it. Founded as the National Land for People Foundation (NLPF) and rooted in the movement led by George and Maia Ballis, PFL emerged from a bold fight to support and sustain small family farms’ access to land and water in California’s Central Valley. Today, that work continues with respect, dedication, and care. Enjoy exploring our past and present projects!

Current Projects

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Compost Landscape Inventory

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Compost Landscape Inventory: Measuring California's Capacity to Regenerate Soil

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Compost Policy & Planning Framework

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Building Local and Regional Compost Supply

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Musick Creek Restoration

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Transforming Devastation into Living Legacy

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State Healthy Soils Map

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The Foundation of Thriving farms, Resilient Communities, and a Stable Climate

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Adelante Soil Co.

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A Family Legacy, Regenerating Land and Community

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Community Composting for Green Spaces

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From Waste to Wealth: Laying the Groundwork for Community-Led Composting in California

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Restore and Regenerate California

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A More Resilient and Inclusive Future

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The Carbon Project

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The Carbon Project was created with a simple truth at its heart: Soil is not just where plants grow — it is where transformation begins.

Historical Projects

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Green Living – Living in Greater Harmony

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The Land Movement Comes Home

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Sun Mountain Research Center

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Architecture Rooted in Ecology and Care

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Sun Gardens

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Designing Abundance Within Ecological Limits

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An Herbal Odyssey

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Rooted Remedies. Seasonal Wisdom. Living Tradition.

People, Food and Land Foundation recognizes the deep bond between people and soil. By supporting community land stewards, strengthening local capacity, and driving policy and scientific progress, we work toward a thriving future. © 2025 All rights reserved.
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