Community Tabling Program
We are pleased to offer non-profit community organizations related to Farms and Food and small nearby neighborhood businesses of Ballard, Wallingford and Madrona Farmers Markets an opportunity to connect with our visitors. See FAQ’s and Market specific instructions below.
FAQ’s
Is my business eligible to have a community table?
Eligible businesses/organizations include non-profits, community organizations and/or small nearby businesses.
How much does the community table cost?
Its free!
What businesses are not eligible?
No corporations, franchises, real estate agents, anything political, girl & boy scouts.
How do I request space at your market?
Ballard Farmers Market: on the week you wish to attend, email: vendors@sfmamarkets.com by that Wednesday. We will respond no later than that Thursday on whether or not we have space.
On Market day please arrive no later than 8AM. We have 2 entrances to the market, the Bell tower entrance (located at the intersection of 22nd AVE NW and Ballard AVE NW) and the South entrance (located at the intersection of 20th Ave NW and Ballard Ave NW) Market Management will direct you to which entrance you will be using before you arrive on Sunday. When you arrive a market crew member can assist you in locating the space you have been assigned to.
Please follow the load in/load out instructions for the entrance you have been assigned to, as they each have their own load in/load out processes. Please reference our vendor load in/load out PDF for details on how both entrances work. We have parking available in the vendor lot. When you arrive, ask for a parking pass, directions to the parking lot are on the passes. You are responsible for bringing all of your own set-up equipment.
Madrona Farmers Market email: vendors@sfmamarkets.com a week prior to the date you are interested in attending
Wallingford Farmers Market: email: vendors@sfmamarkets.com a week prior to the date you are interested in attending
Do I need to bring my own set-up equipment?
Yes, you will need to bring your own set-equipment, such as a tent and tables. You will also need to bring 4 25lb weights for the tent and the equipment needed to attach them to the legs.
How many times can I attend?
In the interest of fairness, a limit of one time per month, per organization, is usually observed.
Community Tabling Rules
We expect you to comply with all requests that are made by the market staff. We reserve the right to retract your accommodation at any time. We ask that you keep your voice at a conversational level and that you stay within 5 feet of your space assignment. A market location space will usually accommodate a card table, a couple of folding chairs, table top information, brochures, easel, pictures and handouts. If you require a larger space, be aware that space is limited and that we may not be able to accommodate your needs.
Collecting financial donations requires a letter that identifies you as authorized to collect donations on behalf of the 501(c)(3) organization that you represent and it must be on an official letterhead. We require a copy of the letter to be available for inspection, upon request by anyone, at any time while at the SFMA markets.
Approval by market staff is required before selling any items at the market for fundraising purposes. Bake sales and other food items are not generally allowed due to health department regulations.
Not Eligible but still want to participate?
Reach out to joy@farmorewa.org for sponsorship opportunities through Farmore Wa
