JFS Expands Reach with Acquisition of Altius Farms

Jewish Family Service of Colorado (JFS) is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Altius Farms, a leading urban agricultural enterprise located in the Five Points/Curtis Park neighborhood in Denver. This acquisition reinforces JFS's dedication to serving the community and aligns with its mission of creating positive and lasting impacts on individuals and families.

“With the purchase of JFS Altius Farms, we are investing in strengthening JFS’s infrastructure and creating a nonprofit social enterprise business that will provide financial support and sustainability for all our integrated programs for the future," said Linda P. Foster, JFS President & CEO.

Altius Farms' cutting-edge hydroponic and vertical farming technologies provide an innovative platform for JFS to address food insecurity, train and employ JFS clients and veterans interested in controlled environment aeroponics and traditional farming, including clients with barriers to employment, such as those with disabilities or newly resettled refugees. Over the years, Altius Farms has built a core commitment to engage and train military veterans and actively seeks veterans as part of the team working with Veterans to Farmers to provide hands-on training.

“Altius Farms has served Denver area communities with premium produce for the past five years. We will continue that same commitment to consistency, quality, and service. I am excited to lead the next chapter for the farm’s growth as part of an established organization with an aligned vision,” said Sally A. Herbert, Director of JFS Altius Farms

JFS Altius Farms will continue to provide premium produce to restaurants, grocers, and consumers through their CSA farm share programs, and the current Altius Farms skilled staff will remain with the newly formed social enterprise. JFS is excited to use Altius Farm’s experience, expertise, and resources to support its existing mission and programs so food becomes an even larger part of its brand.