Alchemist CDC is a mission-driven organization that connects Sacramento area communities to land, food, and opportunity toward a vision in which all neighborhoods are vibrant, equitable, healthy, and diverse.
We are best known for enhancing the quality of life in under-resourced communities by improving access to nutritious foods, implementing community-supported public green spaces, and fostering economic self-sufficiency through business entrepreneurship.
With a commitment to community development centered on the local food system, we find that each of our programs are not only inextricably linked to one another but also to many issues, policies, and partner organizations throughout the region and across the state. To get a sense of the scope of our work, we recommend viewing our Impact Map.
Farmers’ Markets
We operate 3 certified farmers’ market and directly provide CalFresh access and Market Match nutrition incentives at 9 markets in Sacramento County.
Food Entrepreneurship
The Alchemist Kitchen program trains, empowers, and equips under-resourced food entrepreneurs to start successful businesses.
Neighborhood Empowerment
We cultivate community gardens and green spaces in order to empower neighbors and provide food to some of Sacramento’s most vulnerable families. This includes the Oak Park Art Garden, Oak Park Sol Community Garden, and Pansy Ave Community Garden Park.
Alchemist Public Market
Our most ambitious project yet, Alchemist Public Market will open in 2026 and bring all of our programs together in one place.
Community Food Connections
A food-security partnership between Alchemist CDC and the Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) that bridges gaps in the food system to get groceries to some of the most food-insecure households of Sacramento school children.
Advocacy
Our work on the ground increasingly drives us to engage in advocacy for good policies that can help address the root causes of food injustice.