The Jackson Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is pleased to announce a new era for the Grand River Farmers Market (GRFM), as market operations transition to Grow Jackson, beginning with the winter market located at Found Church (141 E. MI Ave – Downtown Jackson).
This transition represents a powerful collaboration between two community-minded organizations deeply committed to Jackson’s vitality. For years, the Grand River Farmers Market has served as a cornerstone for local growers, makers, and families. Under the leadership of the DDA, the market has experienced over 60% growth within the last three years, creating new opportunities for farmers and small business owners while ensuring all Jackson residents have access to fresh, locally grown food.
The DDA attributes much of this success to the dedication and innovative leadership of Market Manager Dodi Wheeler, whose efforts have strengthened vendor relationships, cultivated customer trust, and expanded the market’s reach to new audiences. Her hard work has established a solid foundation for the market’s continued growth. Now, Grow Jackson is poised to build upon that foundation. The organization plans to expand educational programming, develop a “Farm Stop” for local entrepreneurs, farmers, and food producers to sell their goods yearround, and further increase access to nutritious food produced in and around Jackson.
“This transition is a celebration of progress,” said Beth Kuiper, Executive Director of the Jackson DDA. “Grow Jackson’s mission aligns perfectly with the spirit of the market — empowering farmers, supporting small businesses, and connecting people to the food and community that sustain them.”
“The Grand River Farmers Market is a perfect fit for our organization,” said Jacob Inosencio, Founder and CEO of Grow Jackson. “Our goal is to build on the incredible foundation laid by the DDA and Market Manager Dodi Wheeler— fostering an even stronger local food system and community hub for Jackson.”
As the market moves forward under Grow Jackson’s leadership, both organizations remain committed to collaboration and community success.
This transition represents a powerful collaboration between two community-minded organizations deeply committed to Jackson’s vitality. For years, the Grand River Farmers Market has served as a cornerstone for local growers, makers, and families. Under the leadership of the DDA, the market has experienced over 60% growth within the last three years, creating new opportunities for farmers and small business owners while ensuring all Jackson residents have access to fresh, locally grown food.
The DDA attributes much of this success to the dedication and innovative leadership of Market Manager Dodi Wheeler, whose efforts have strengthened vendor relationships, cultivated customer trust, and expanded the market’s reach to new audiences. Her hard work has established a solid foundation for the market’s continued growth. Now, Grow Jackson is poised to build upon that foundation. The organization plans to expand educational programming, develop a “Farm Stop” for local entrepreneurs, farmers, and food producers to sell their goods yearround, and further increase access to nutritious food produced in and around Jackson.
“This transition is a celebration of progress,” said Beth Kuiper, Executive Director of the Jackson DDA. “Grow Jackson’s mission aligns perfectly with the spirit of the market — empowering farmers, supporting small businesses, and connecting people to the food and community that sustain them.”
“The Grand River Farmers Market is a perfect fit for our organization,” said Jacob Inosencio, Founder and CEO of Grow Jackson. “Our goal is to build on the incredible foundation laid by the DDA and Market Manager Dodi Wheeler— fostering an even stronger local food system and community hub for Jackson.”
As the market moves forward under Grow Jackson’s leadership, both organizations remain committed to collaboration and community success.
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