Common Market is a regional food hub whose mission is to increase the availability of local, sustainably grown farm food throughout Philadelphia and surrounding areas. This case study provides an in-depth look at Common Market's growth and development, including efforts to build financial sustainability. 

The guide describes grants available from USDA that are applicable to food hubs and other food systems organizations, including grants from: Rural Development, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Risk Management Agency, Agricultural Marketing Service, Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Department of Commerce, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, Department of Treasury, Appalachian Regional Commission, and Small Business Administration.