About the Goshen Market
Connecting our community since 1997
About us
Connecting the community
Enhancing the quality of life in the Edwardsville area by providing a community activity which fosters social gathering and interaction.
Our mission
The Land of Goshen Community Market, established in 1997 by local farmers and artisans, has grown into one of the region's largest farmers markets. Every Saturday morning from 8 AM, rain or shine, dozens of vendors offer an abundance of seasonal treasures - from farm-fresh produce, meats, and honey to artisanal baked goods, handcrafted items, and regional art. The market evolves with the seasons, ensuring there's always something new to discover while supporting local families, farms, and businesses with every purchase.
The Goshen Market Foundation
In 2016, to share its resources, deepen its roots in the community, and make a more significant impact, the Market established the Goshen Market Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. This step marked a renewed commitment to nurturing a healthy, locally-focused food community.
The Goshen Market Foundation uses its resources to provide greater access to healthy food, encourage the growth of local agriculture, and educate children and the community about sustainable farming practices and nutrition.
The Goshen Market Foundation's 2024 Impact
- of produce distributed to local pantries & Madison County residents
- 27,000 lbs
- small businesses hosted at the Market
- 92
- in LINK Match vouchers for local, fresh produce
- $4,000
- Market visitors
- 26,200
Founded Market
Established by local farmers and artisans in downtown Edwardsville. Started as a grassroots effort to connect producers directly with the community, the market quickly became a beloved Saturday morning tradition and cornerstone of the region's local food movement.
Established the Goshen Market Foundation
The Goshen Market Foundation, a 501(c)(3), established to increase access to healthy food, support local agriculture growth, and educate the community about sustainable farming and nutrition.
Edwardsville's Nonprofit of the Year
Recognized for our community impact on increasing food access, supporting local agriculture, and fostering education.
Our Goals
Founded with a vision of community enrichment, the Land of Goshen Community Market serves multiple purposes that extend beyond a traditional marketplace. Our organization is guided by these core principles:
- Community Gathering
- To enhance the quality of life in the Edwardsville area by providing a community activity which fosters social gathering and interaction.
- Downtown Revitalization
- To restore a sense of spirit and enthusiasm for Downtown and the downtown merchants.
- Agricultural Heritage
- To preserve Edwardsville's unique agricultural heritage and the historical role which farmers have played in it.
- Alternative Marketing
- To give local growers and producers of agricultural commodities, local artisans and craftsmen alternative marketing opportunities.
- Local Farm Products
- To promote the sale of locally grown farm products.
- Local Art Promotion
- To promote the sale of local art.
- Consumer Education
- To provide an educational forum for consumers to learn the uses and benefits of quality, locally grown and prepared foods and products.
- Heritage Education
- To provide an educational forum for consumers to learn about the history and heritage of the area as well as the present.
- Producer Development
- To provide educational opportunities for producers to test and refine their products and marketing skills.
