In conjunction with the tribe, TMF will continue its farming and education operations on the property, bringing children, farmers, schools and educators to experience the beauty and bounty of Pauma Valley. As part of the sale agreement the Pauma band generously donated $350,000 to the farm and provided an educational/working grant to TMF in the sum of $300,000 over ten years. The purpose of the donation and grant is to support and expand the TMF's "Farm to School" program, aimed at educating elementary school students throughout San Diego County about organic farming practices.

The program will encourage healthy and sustainable agricultural processes that benefit the individual, society and the environment. "We are grateful to the Pauma band and its people and look forward to a long and thriving partnership," said Levendoski. "The acquisition of the farm will ensure that our mission to produce nutritious organic food, and practice conservation-specific agricultural practices will be preserved and strengthened.”

"The Pauma Band of Mission Indians has a long history and tradition of practicing environmental stewardship," said Chris Devers, Chairman of the Pauma band. "The tribal government and membership support the preservation of organic farming practices and believe that agricultural education will empower future generations. Together the Pauma Band of Mission Indians and Tierra Miguel Foundation can significantly impact the health and well-being of the local community as well as modeling new possibilities for others throughout California."

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