About

Mission
Bridging innovation and stewardship for Pacific Northwest land managers through education on responsible use of modern tools to sustain working lands, livelihoods, and communities.

Vision
An empowered network of land stewards, protecting natural resources and regional stability through knowledge and innovation.

Who are we?
Cultivate Northwest (formerly Northwest Food and Forest Education Foundation) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit dedicated to empowering producers across the Pacific Northwest with practical education on stewardship and modern land management tools. By equipping farmers, foresters, and other land managers with expert knowledge and science-based tools, we help ensure resilient working landscapes and long-term food and fiber security.

Our Board Members

Katie Murray, President, Oregonians for Food & Shelter

Scott Dahlman, Secretary-Treasurer, CropLife America

Seth Barnes, Oregon Forest Industries Council

Tim Bernasek, Dunn Carney

Erin Hansell-Heideman, Blown Away Ranch

Julie Woodward, Oregon Forest Resources Institute

Cultivate Northwest works with contracted staff from Oregonians for Food and Shelter to plan and deliver stewardship focused projects to Pacific Northwest stakeholders.

Dani Lightle, Policy & Stewardship Director

Delani Herb, Operations & Communications Director

Diann Washburn, Grassroots Director