What happens when a small group of neighbors with big dreams comes together for their community? For the northeast Portland neighborhoods of Madison South, Roseway and Sumner neighborhoods, it was the beginning of the Rocky Butte Farmers Market. What started in 2017 with a half dozen steering committee members has become a community anchored non profit organization, delighting thousands of market goers, attracting a diverse mix of vendors, and engaging hundreds of individual volunteers, community based organizations and local businesses.
From Pop Ups to Monthly Markets
In 2019, the group launched RBFM with two pop-up markets. With the help of site host Dharma Rain Zen Center, the RBFM held the markets at the peak of the summer season. Almost 2000 attendees biked, walked and carpooled to the market to purchase fresh, seasonal produce, pastured meat and eggs, and artisan crafts from more than 20 different vendors. After skipping 2020 due to the pandemic, the market held 5 monthly markets during the summer and fall of 2021 at the Mannahouse campus on the north edge of Rocky Butte.
Volunteer Led
With an all-volunteer group of organizers, the RBFM relies entirely on community volunteers and the support of local businesses. Dozens of individuals have stepped up to pass out flyers, post lawn signs, coordinate vendors, manage our fundraising and volunteer for market day activities. Thanks to our volunteers and participating businesses, our pop-ups and monthly markets have exceeded expectations!
Built on your Feedback
RBFM regularly surveys market attendees and vendors to learn what they like and didn't like about the market. We incorporate that feedback into our planning efforts for future market seasons. If you have feedback, please reach out!
What’s Next?
RBFM is planning for 2022! If you are inspired to get involved, please head on over to our volunteer page to connect.
The market is also seeking new Vendors, Supporters and Sponsors to help make 2022 a success!
RBFM is a state and federally recognized 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization. We are a community led organization and funded by sponsors and community contributions. As we prepare for our upcoming market season, please consider making a donation and signing up for our volunteer team!
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, or subscribe to our newsletter to keep up on all the latest market news!
From Pop Ups to Monthly Markets
In 2019, the group launched RBFM with two pop-up markets. With the help of site host Dharma Rain Zen Center, the RBFM held the markets at the peak of the summer season. Almost 2000 attendees biked, walked and carpooled to the market to purchase fresh, seasonal produce, pastured meat and eggs, and artisan crafts from more than 20 different vendors. After skipping 2020 due to the pandemic, the market held 5 monthly markets during the summer and fall of 2021 at the Mannahouse campus on the north edge of Rocky Butte.
Volunteer Led
With an all-volunteer group of organizers, the RBFM relies entirely on community volunteers and the support of local businesses. Dozens of individuals have stepped up to pass out flyers, post lawn signs, coordinate vendors, manage our fundraising and volunteer for market day activities. Thanks to our volunteers and participating businesses, our pop-ups and monthly markets have exceeded expectations!
Built on your Feedback
RBFM regularly surveys market attendees and vendors to learn what they like and didn't like about the market. We incorporate that feedback into our planning efforts for future market seasons. If you have feedback, please reach out!
What’s Next?
RBFM is planning for 2022! If you are inspired to get involved, please head on over to our volunteer page to connect.
The market is also seeking new Vendors, Supporters and Sponsors to help make 2022 a success!
RBFM is a state and federally recognized 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization. We are a community led organization and funded by sponsors and community contributions. As we prepare for our upcoming market season, please consider making a donation and signing up for our volunteer team!
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, or subscribe to our newsletter to keep up on all the latest market news!