The Hoes Down Harvest Celebration is dedicated to honoring and promoting the knowledge of agricultural arts and sustainable rural living through inspiration and education. However, the realization of our mission extends beyond just the weekend of fun and education. As a fundraiser, the event generates valuable resources for local and statewide organizations working on projects which benefit sustainable agriculture and rural communities.

The beneficiaries for 2007 included the following groups and community organizations:

  • Capay Valley Volunteer Fire Department
  • Esparto High Agricultural Scholarship
  • Future Farmers of America – Esparto Chapter
  • David Waldorf School
  • Lions Club of Esparto
  • Western Yolo Recreation Center Association (WYORCA)
  • Yolo Land Trust
  • 4-H Club – Esparto Chapter
  • Rumsey Improvement Association
  • Western Yolo Grange
  • Center for Land Based learning