Slow Money… It’s not an ISM (as in capitalism, socialism, consumerism, market fundamentalism…).But it is a new way of connecting investors to local food systems, catalyzing new forms of social investing and philanthropy for the 21st century. Join the emerging network of investors, donors, entrepreneurs, farmers, and activists who are giving birth to the nurture capital industry.   

Come to Shelburne Farms, a working farm and forest and National Historic Landmark -- a setting uniquely imbued with the history of capitalism and a nonprofit organization dedicated to forging a new future through sustainability education, creating social enterprises and strengthening local food systems. Enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Champlain. Meet thought leaders and change agents from around the country who are joining in this exciting project: designing capital markets that go beyond extraction and consumption all the way to preservation and restoration… starting with food and soil fertility.

Program details will be announced shortly but you can be sure that they will include healthy doses of discussions, collaboration, spirit of inquiry, shared learning, music, and food. Rooms at Shelburne Farms are already fully booked but there are a number of fine hotels nearby (see below list). Don’t wait to reserve a room. Our Santa Fe Gathering was over-capacity. To get a feel for that event please click here.

"I've been involved with a lot of movements over the last 40 years and this one has a real chance to make a difference. I can't tell you how excited I am to be part of it." - Michael Kanter, Owner, Cambridge Naturals, Cambridge, MA

“Slow Money shines a light into the soul of the economy and the soul of the investor, and what it illuminates has the potential to lead us back to healthy soil and healthy culture.” - Martin Ping, Executive Director, Hawthorne Valley Association