Welcome to GTKYF Foundation Inc.—a different kind of Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) and Non-Profit where real impact comes first. Unlike traditional charities, we ensure that the majority of our resources go directly to the people, animals, and causes we serve. Our mission is to make a tangible difference every single day by living out our calling with purpose and dedication. As a family of programs committed to positive change, we strive to build a better, more compassionate world. Join us in creating a lasting impact—because at GTKYF Foundation Inc., every effort counts.
GTKYF Foundation Inc. is our parent Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), encompassing a diverse range of programs, projects, and initiatives that have evolved from our original mission—to support and protect family farmers. Rooted in our Get To Know Your Farmer origins, we have expanded our efforts to create a broader impact, addressing critical social, environmental, and agricultural challenges while staying true to our core values.
Our mission now includes covering the four F’s –
Farms, Food, Families, and Freedom.
Get To Know Your Farmer (GTKYF) was born from the trials and experiences of a dedicated Natural Family Farmer in Northern Colorado—our founder, Ethan The Farmer (Ethan Abbott). While passionately farming, Ethan faced personal and governmental attacks for his deeply held beliefs in sustainable, independent farming practices. These challenges led to the loss of his farm, family, and even his health, as his commitment to what he saw as the right way to farm was deemed a threat by those in power.
Despite these hardships, Ethan remained steadfast in his mission. He founded Get To Know Your Farmer with a simple yet powerful belief: the key to protecting family farmers lies in connecting people directly to their food and the farmers who grow it. By fostering relationships between consumers and natural family farmers, GTKYF empowers communities to support Healthy, Affordable Agriculture for ALL. Over the years, this movement has grown, but the mission remains the same—to fight for the rights of farmers and ensure access to real, sustainable food for everyone.
Get To Know Your Farmer (now GTKYF Foundation Inc.) has grown into a powerful movement, driven by an incredible team of dedicated volunteers and a small, committed staff. Together, we actively support an ever-expanding list of programs and initiatives focused on farms, food, families, and freedom.
Staying true to our original vision of building and strengthening local communities, we have expanded into various efforts that, while not always directly tied to farming, align with our core values and moral compass. Just as our founder, Ethan The Farmer, stood firm in his beliefs—often standing alone in the early days—we continue to follow our mission with conviction, ensuring that our work remains rooted in integrity, sustainability, and community empowerment.
Today, as we remain dedicated to building a just and respectful society, we continue to uphold our commitment to people, the natural environment, and the freedom to follow one’s beliefs. Our active programs span multiple key areas, each working toward a stronger, more sustainable future. While we categorize our initiatives into distinct groups, many of our efforts naturally overlap and intersect, reflecting the holistic and interconnected nature of our mission.