Seven Saskatchewan farm families have dedicated over 500 acres of land that is being used to grow crops that will fund food development projects in many countries.

The land is spread across the province and includes land at Rosthern, Bruno, Willowbrook, Langenburg, Main Centre, Biggar and Goodsoil.

Grow Hope Saskatchewan has raised nearly $1.7 million for international food assistance. Urban residents and non-farmers participate in the project by making donations to cover the farmer’s cost of growing the crop.  The goal is to cover the input costs estimated at about $350 an acre. It is a multi-faith effort with several churches active in Grow Hope Saskatchewan

Once harvested and sold, the proceeds are forwarded to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. These funds are matched up to 4:1 by the Government of Canada — meaning a single $350 sponsorship can result in up to $2,500 of total impact.

You can check out the Grow Hope Saskatchewan website 

Below is a late May interview with Rick Block, the Saskatchewan regional representative for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank