IRL Arts Foundation

IRL Arts Foundation

IRL Arts Foundation
Rooted in Sustainability. Growing Change.

Supporting families in agricultural communities and providing scholarships for students pursuing careers in sustainable agriculture and food systems.

Our Why

Each day, we are nourished by food—yet few of us pause to consider the complex systems behind every bite:

Where did it come from?
How was the land cared for?
What practices shaped its journey from farm to table?

At IRL Arts Foundation, we believe these are not niche questions. They are urgent conversations that must move to the center of how we think, eat, and live. Through education, events, and advocacy, we aim to shift the narrative around consumption—one habit, one household, one generation at a time.

Our Mission

Empower agricultural families through direct support and resources.
Fund scholarships for students dedicated to reshaping our food systems through sustainable agriculture and conscious culinary careers.
Inspire sustainable habits at every level—whether it’s choosing local produce, repurposing instead of buying new, or simply questioning the norm.

We believe small, intentional shifts in individual behavior can ripple out to create powerful, systemic change.

Our Flagship Initiative: The Los Alamos Flea

A vibrant, community-driven weekend celebration featuring:

Locally-sourced food & drink
Documentaries & guest speakers
Thrifted and upcycled treasures
Regional artisans & makers
Conversations that spark action

Proceeds support our scholarship programs and family outreach in California’s agricultural communities.

Let’s Change the Culture of Consumption

Frugality may be trending—but sustainability is urgent.
Buying used. Supporting local. Eating mindfully.
These aren’t sacrifices—they’re opportunities to build resilience and reconnect with the land and each other.

Join the movement:
Attend an event. Adopt a sustainable habit.
Support the next generation of changemakers.

IRL Arts Foundation
PO Box 364
Los Alamos, CA 93440
[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

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