Alderson, West Virginia

Strengthening community through local food.

Alderson Community Food Hub Inc. is a community-rooted 501(c)(3) public charity formed to improve access to nutritious food, support local producers, and cultivate resilient food systems in the Greenbrier Valley.

Legal nameAlderson Community Food Hub Inc.
Public charity501(c)(3)
Federal tax ID45-2576670
ServingGreenbrier Valley, WV

Our charitable purpose

Food access, participation, and a stronger local food economy.

The organization’s mission is to provide access to nutritious food, foster community participation, and cultivate awareness of sustainable food systems in the Greenbrier Valley.

Historically, the Food Hub connected residents, growers, markets, gardens, educators, and local partners. Its work was designed to benefit both consumers and producers while keeping food knowledge, opportunity, and community investment close to home.

Public website restoration — August 2026

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This distinction prevents legacy activities from being presented as current operations.

Public benefit

How the mission serves the community

Nutritious food access

Support practical pathways that help residents reach fresh produce, groceries, and food-system resources.

Local producer support

Strengthen connections between growers, makers, markets, and community members in the Greenbrier Valley.

Education and participation

Build food literacy, gardening knowledge, and opportunities for volunteers and neighbors to take part.

Documented community history

A legacy of local food projects

Public records and historical materials describe a network of programs developed between 2011 and 2019.

2011

Alderson Community Market begins

A seasonal market was organized to strengthen the local economy through the production and sale of food and locally made goods.

2014–2019

Food access and growing programs expand

Historical activities included a community garden, Grow Appalachia support, a seed library, school gardening and nutrition education, a mobile market, and a community orchard.

Legacy program

Alderson Green Grocer

The Green Grocer operated as a social enterprise intended to provide fresh and local food while reinvesting proceeds in community programming.

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Governance & legal details
Legal organization nameAlderson Community Food Hub Inc.
EIN45-2576670
Federal classification501(c)(3) public charity
Mailing addressP.O. Box 98, Alderson, WV 24910
Organization email[email protected]
Website reviewedAugust 1, 2026

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