Beth Hauptle

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Beth Hauptle is RAFI's Director of Communications. Beth has been in nonprofit marketing and communications leadership positions for more than 35 years. She helped launch the Animal Welfare Approved (AWA) program and was with the organization for five years prior to its reorganization into A Greener World.

Job Opening: Data Manager

March 5, 2026
RAFI is hiring a Data Manager to help tell the story of our work through data. This role will strengthen how we collect, manage, and use information across programs, communications, and development to better understand our impact and engagement.
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Kavita Koppa and Mo Murrie, RAFI co-executive directors leadership team

RAFI Announces New Co-Executive Team

January 13, 2026
RAFI is pleased to announce the appointment of Mo Murrie to join Kavita Koppa as RAFI’s new co-executive leadership team. Both directors have risen through the ranks of RAFI and are uniquely positioned to move the organization forward in partnership.
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FSA Announces Updated Schedule for County Committee Elections

January 8, 2026
Because of last fall’s federal government shutdown, the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) has updated the schedule for County Committee elections, which help guide how USDA programs are delivered locally. Ballots are expected to arrive the week of January 5, 2026, with a return deadline of February 2, 2026.
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CLOSED: Come to the Table Communications Associate

January 5, 2026
RAFI's Come to the Table Program is seeking a part-time Communications Associate to support the CTTT team with its communications efforts. Working with the CTTT team, this role ensures that constituents receive timely, relevant information about CTTT programs, resources, events, and opportunities.
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Read RAFI's October E-News

October 8, 2025
If you haven't seen RAFI's monthly e-news, take a look at October's and sign up if you'd like to receive it in your inbox. In it, you’ll find timely updates for farmers, faith communities, other food and justice partners, and anyone interested in a sustainable, resilient, just food system.
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Farm Aid, On and Offstage

October 2, 2025
For 40 years, Farm Aid has stood with farmers, combining music with a deep commitment to those who feed us. At this year’s anniversary event, RAFI helped carry that legacy forward — training new technical assistance providers, engaging concertgoers in the Homegrown Village, and connecting directly with farmers and allies. Farm Aid has always been about more than music: it’s about strong farmers and resilient communities.
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RAFI Announces 2025 Farmer Grant Recipients

August 28, 2025
RAFI is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 farmer grants: 42 farmers across 10 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands received $261,319 in support for infrastructure improvements, start-up costs, and innovative projects that strengthen farms and communities. Since 2020, RAFI has distributed more than $1.4 million to 241 farmers, continuing a legacy of grantmaking that helps small- and mid-scale farmers thrive.
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RAFI Announces Leadership Transition

March 26, 2025
RAFI Board President Claire Kelloway is pleased to announce a leadership transition at RAFI and the appointment of Kavita Koppa as Co-Executive Director, joining Edna Rodriguez in a shared leadership model.
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