SILT is working to protect Iowa’s farms, economy, and environment. Learn how you can make a difference!

Sustainable Iowa Land Trust is a non-profit organization striving to protect the future of farming in Iowa. SILT works to promote sustainable agriculture, support Iowa family farms, and improve Iowa’s economy.

If you’re looking for ways to support an Iowa nonprofit or wondering how to help save the planet- SILT Iowa is your answer! There a plenty of ways to make a difference and every little bit helps to make a major impact on everyday Iowans and the environment.

Support Your Local SILT Farm

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One of the best ways to support Iowa agriculture is to shop local! With 14 SILT farms covering over 1,133 acres across Iowa, you’re bound to find a farm near you. Buying local produce and meat from SILT farms helps support local farms while providing you with high-quality, healthy foods.

Raise Awareness on Social Media

One of the easiest ways to help support SILT is by helping us spread awareness on social media. You can follow SILT on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to stay up to date with SILT’s work. Sharing SILT posts or making your own posts spreading the word about SILT is a great way to get the word out there. Small actions can lead to big results!

Attend SILT Events

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SILT holds a wide variety of nonprofit events throughout the year. From local farm open houses to SILTFest, we hold a wide variety of nonprofit fundraisers in Iowa. To learn more about SILT events, visit our events page or check out our events on Facebook!

Donate

If you’re looking for nonprofits to donate to, consider SILT! Your donation directly helps our variety of missions to support Iowa farmers and protect the environment. Donations help:

  • Create affordable land access for beginning farmers
  • Support organic farming to bring healthier food to Iowans
  • Continue land conservation efforts while reducing water and soil pollution
  • And so much more

Shop and Support

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Visit the SILT Shop to purchase reusable water bottles, SILT apparel, handmade art, and more! Each purchase goes to support SILT’s efforts while also supporting local artists. When you wear a SILT shirt or carry a SILT tote bag, you’re also helping raise awareness!

Make a Difference Today!

Contact us for more information on how you can get involved.