Chris Blanchard Scholarship Fund
Established by the Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (now Marbleseed) to honor Chris Blanchard, former farmer, consultant, educator and MOSES (now Marbleseed) employee. Chris was instrumental in the growth and development of the Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference. Chris, his family, and his friends have worked with Marbleseed to establish a scholarship fund in Chris’ name to send farmers to the annual Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference. Marbleseed desires to honor Chris’ legacy and extend his impact on the world by facilitating the fund and awarding scholarships to a new generation of organic farmers. Many current and future organic farmers will be able to thank Chris for his lifetime contributions.
Proceeds will send farmers to the annual Marbleseed Organic Farming Conference.
We work hard to keep the Organic Farming Conference as affordable as possible, while still offering organic meals, quality programming, and a welcoming space for everyone. Registration averages $100 per day (about $300 for the full three-day event), which includes breakfast and lunch. Prices are adjusted annually to help cover rising costs of food, facilities, and fair pay for speakers and staff.
Even with these efforts, the total cost for farmers to attend often reaches $250–$350 per day once dinners, lodging, and travel are factored in. For a farmer attending all three days, that can add up to $700–$1,000 or more, not including the additional challenge of taking time away from the farm.
Your contribution helps remove those financial barriers and directly supports farmers’ access to connection, inspiration, and the tools they need to grow a resilient organic movement.
