ABOUT US

The Knox Good Food Fund (KGFF) is an innovative initiative dedicated to strengthening food businesses, including food retailers and retail supply chain partners, across the Knoxville metro area. Through capacity building, technical assistance, strategic networking, and accessible financing, KGFF helps local businesses grow, innovate, and thrive.

Established in 2027 through a partnership between the Knoxville Community Development Corporation (KCDC), the Real Good Kitchen Foundation, and the United Way of Greater Knoxville, the Knox Good Food Fund is committed to building a stronger, more resilient, and more equitable local food system. Guided by three core goals, KGFF is working to create lasting economic and community impact across our region:

  1. Improve access to fresh, healthy, and affordable foods in communities throughout the Knoxville metro area
  2. Ensure funds and resources reach the businesses and people where they’re needed the most
  3. Develop educational and programming resources to support food distribution systems