First Light Farm offers two programs for you to participate as a "farmer" and participant in our farming community:

1. First Light Farm's Mini Farm program serves individuals and families who may not have access to a patch of soil where they live, or are looking for a community of like-minded growers to participate with as they grow their own food. We have lost several CSA and farm stand customers to our Mini Farm program over the years, but the happiness and pride that comes from watching our Mini Farmers sow, maintain, and harvest their own vegetables and herbs is unmatched. So come get your hands dirty and join our community!

Mini Farm Plot Sizes and Pricing:
  • 10 x 15' for $250.00/year (includes Maintenance & Membership  Fee)
  • 10 x 30' for $300.00/year (includes Maintenance & Membership  Fee)
  • 10 x 60' square feet for $500.00/year (includes Maintenance & Membership  Fee)
  • 10 x 90' square feet for $900.00/year (includes Maintenance & Membership  Fee)
Membership and Maintenance Fee:
Besides the annual lease fee, an annual membership and maintenance fee is added which allows Mimi Farmers access to the farm whenever you want, use of available farming tools and planting support, irrigation, and access to organically-grown vegetable starts.  Mini Farmers must also sign a liability form as well as sign a membership rules which supports our shared values of maintaining the farm in a spirit of cooperation and friendship.

How much can you grow?  Is it worth the price/effort?
Read here about one family's farming efforts. We think you'll be amazed what they grew in 300 sq feet!

2. First Light Farm's Cultural Garden Program - Cultural Foods. Stories, Recipes, Memories. Friends
First Light Farm's Cultural Garden program was started in 2021 with our first garden being an East Asian Garden planted and tended by farmer Warren Ichoda-Cummings.  Because of the variety of seeds from non-western seed growers, the Ichoda Garden quickly because a place for customers to discover vegetables not normally available or seen in Seattle grocery stores. 

We would like to add two more cultural gardens.  If you have an interest in participating in our farm's commitment to supporting cultural and human diversity, please reach out to us at 206-719-8602.

  • Your Cultural Garden produce can be sold each week at our farm stand with you receiving 70% of the retail cost.
  • Your Cultural Garden produce can be included in our weekly summer CSA program.
  • As a Cultural Gardener, you will be asked to participate in our farm's commitment to cultural diversity, by sharing your garden with weekend customers, answering food questions, and helping others understand the beauty and diversity of food and culture.
  • The cost to be a Cultural Garden depends on the size of the plot (up to $1,500), but includes use of some tools, water pump, and irrigation lines.
  • Join with our farmers and participate in an amazing farming community that full of life and gratitude for nature's diverse bounty!

How to sign up:
Send us an email at firstlightfarm84@gmail.com with “Mini Farm or Cultural Garden” in the subject heading. Let us know of your interest and include any questions you have about our programs. We look forward to hearing from you!
Once you've decided to purchase a mini farm for the season, you'll need to fill our a
liability and membership form which can be given to us personally or mailed to our office: 720 North 84th Street, Seattle, WA 98103