ABOUT US
solfood was founded with a simple belief: that food has the power to unite and empower communities
Mission & Vision Statement
solfood's mission is to transform underutilized spaces into vibrant community food hubs that nourish residents, empower entrepreneurs, and build sustainable futures.
We envision a world where every community thrives through self-sustaining hubs - places that provide affordable access to healthy food, spark learning and personal growth, incubate local businesses, and foster collective prosperity.
Maurice Wilkins
Co-Founder & CEO
A visionary dedicated to creating spaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Clarence Sanon
Co-Founder & COO
An entrepreneur committed to empowering others to turn dreams into reality.
Our Advisory Board
Needa Bee
Community organizer & co-founder of The Village. Advocate for unhoused rights through grassroots mobilization and culinary activism.
Court Williams
Equity strategist blending food justice, archival work, and corporate anti-oppression frameworks.
Ajene Green
Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Retrospect Studios. Strategic storyteller amplifying Black-owned businesses.
Nora Jendoubi
Arrow Impact Director (Wharton MBA/Harvard MPA). Systems thinker bridging real estate & social equity.
Chris Ard
Commercial Banker @ BofA | Howard MBA | Financial strategist for SMB growth & credit risk mitigation.
Ricardo Neal
Nonprofit strategist & Propel Agency leader. Education equity advocate with MSW from Boston U.
Dr. Charisma Acey
UC Berkeley Food Systems Chair | James Beard Leadership Award | Urban agriculture policy expert.
Our Partners
At solfood, we're grateful for the support and partnership of visionary organizations who share our commitment to advancing food justice and community empowerment.
The Akonadi Foundation is a vital ally in our work to transform spaces and lives through the power of food. Their deep commitment to racial justice and belief in the wisdom of communities to drive change aligns directly with solfood's mission and values. We're proud to collaborate with Akonadi to build a more equitable and nourishing future for the neighborhoods we serve.
Strava, the leading social platform connecting athletes worldwide, is generously supporting solfood's launch with a donation match. Their commitment to inspiring active, healthy communities aligns powerfully with our mission. We're excited to partner with Strava to motivate even more people to get involved in building vibrant, nourishing neighborhoods.
The California Wellness Foundation is a key partner in solfood's efforts to cultivate health, well-being, and economic resilience through community-rooted food hubs. Their investment in our model is a testament to the transformative potential of community-driven solutions to advance wellness and opportunity for all Californians. We're thrilled to work together to bring solfood's vision to life across the state.