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From Farms to Incubators

Rhinebeck, NY · EIN 874594219 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE J01 · Employment · Micro (<$100K) · farmstoincubators.com
revenue
$350
expenses
$4K
net assets
$8K
employees
mission · from form 990

From Farms to Incubators focuses on connecting, elevating, and inspiring women in agrofoodtech.

profile · synthesized from sources

From Farms to Incubators is a multimedia storytelling initiative founded by journalist Amy Wu that highlights the achievements of women entrepreneurs and innovators in agrofoodtech. It began as a documentary and evolved into a book, website, and educational platform to elevate underrepresented voices in agriculture and technology. The project aims to inspire future generations, particularly young women and women of color, to pursue careers in agtech and innovation.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

From Farms to Incubators Book
Photo-centric book published in 2021 featuring profiles of women innovators in agtech, titled "Women Innovators Revolutionizing How Our Food Is Grown."
From Farms to Incubators Documentary
Short film profiling minority women entrepreneurs in agtech, completed in 2017 and screened at the Western Growers Center for Innovation and Technology in Salinas.
Internship and Mentorship Program
Program launched in 2021 targeting young women interested in careers in food, farming, and innovation, providing hands-on experience and guidance.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Food System Convening & Public Engagement 1 activity
    • Amplify women's voices in AgriFoodTech through public talks, tours, and exhibitions
      Conducts public speaking tours, book talks, and documentary screenings across California, including at universities, public libraries, and community events, to promote careers in AgTech and celebrate women innovators.
  • Nonprofit Investigative & Community Journalism 1 activity
    • Conduct research and publish journalistic profiles on women in agtech
      Produces in-depth research and journalistic content, including a three-part article series in The Californian and national newspaper profiles, documenting the contributions of women founders in agtech.
  • Digital Communications and Content Management 1 activity
    • Disseminate stories through a multimedia storytelling platform
      Operates a global digital platform that shares narratives of women in agtech via social media, newsletters, micro-videos, and online content to broaden public engagement and awareness.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Host webinars and networking events for AgriFoodTech stakeholders
      Organizes virtual events that connect mentees and participants with entrepreneurs, investors, educators, and community leaders in the agrifoodtech sector to foster collaboration and visibility.
  • Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
    • Operate a menteeship and internship program for emerging women leaders in AgriFoodTech
      Runs a structured menteeship and internship program launched in 2021 that places students and young professionals in AgTech projects, including documenting AI and climate change initiatives at UC Merced, while connecting them with women leaders in the field.
  • Documentary Film Production 1 activity
    • Produce multimedia content highlighting women entrepreneurs in AgTech
      Creates and distributes documentaries, books, and podcasts that profile women founders and innovators in agri-food technology, with national screenings and publications. The award-winning documentary "From Farms to Incubators" and the 2021 book of the same name feature nearly 30 women leaders, and a podcast series amplifies their stories.
  • Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
    • Provide mentorship and leadership development in AgriFoodTech
      Offers mentorship, resources, and training initiatives to cultivate leadership and innovation among women in the agrifood technology sector.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$350
Contributions & grants$350100%
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$4K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
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Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$8K
Cash
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Net assets$8K
2 years on record · 2022–2023 · YoY revenue -98.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • Pamela Marrone — Director
  • Penelope Nagel — Director
relationships · 55

Who they work with

  • AgStart Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • AgStart Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • Amazon Partner — Distributes the book "From Farms to Incubators" to customers in the U.S.
  • Barnes & Noble Partner — Distributes the book "From Farms to Incubators" to customers in the U.S.
  • CAULIPOWER Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • Cal State Stanislaus Partner — Hosted events during the California book tour to promote women in AgTech.
  • Carter & Deluca Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • City of Gonzales Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • City of Salinas Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • DigitalNEST Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • DigitalNEST Partner — Partnered with From Farms to Incubators for a tour event in Salinas to engage youth in AgTech.
  • Ecological Farming Association Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • Food Chain Enterprises Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • Food Commons Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • Fresno County Public Library Partner — Co-hosted a public event featuring a documentary screening, book signing, and art exhibit.
  • Fresno State Partner — Hosted an event during the California book tour to promote women in AgTech.
  • Hint Water Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • International Center for Journalists Funder — Awarded grants to support the organization's journalism initiatives.
  • International Center for Journalists Funder — Provided a grant that supported the production of the initial documentary on women in agtech.
  • International Center for Journalists Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • International Women's Media Foundation Funder — Awarded grants to support the organization's media and storytelling work.
  • International Women's Media Foundation Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • KSBW Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • Marrone Bio Innovations Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • Mopane Technologies Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • National Science Foundation Government — Funder of From Farms to Incubators
  • National Steinbeck Center Partner — Hosted the launch of the virtual reality traveling exhibition for "From Farms to Incubators" in Salinas in fall 2020.
  • National Steinbeck Center Partner — Official sponsor of the book and exhibition "From Farms to Incubators."
  • National Steinbeck Center Partner — Supporter of From Farms to Incubators
  • Oblong Books Partner — Local bookstore in Rhinebeck, NY that carries the book "From Farms to Incubators" in the Hudson Valley region.
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How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Networks for Inclusion
    methodology: collaborative empowerment network
    By partnering with academic and professional organizations and integrating gender, environment, and technology discourse, the organization expands access and leadership opportunities for underrepresented groups, because systemic change in agtech requires cross-sector collaboration and inclusive ecosystems.
  • Mentorship and Applied Learning to Develop Women's Leadership
    methodology: mentorship-driven leadership development
    By combining mentorship, applied learning, and real-world projects, the organization strengthens leadership and innovation among women in AgriFoodTech, because guided, practical experience builds skills, professional networks, and confidence necessary for long-term success in the sector.
  • Storytelling to Amplify Women's Leadership in AgriFoodTech
    methodology: storytelling-for-representation
    By using multimedia storytelling—through documentary, photography, writing, and exhibitions—the organization elevates the visibility of women, especially women of color, in agtech, because increased representation inspires broader participation, fosters innovation, and models pathways for overcoming systemic barriers.