About Koinonia Farm

Koinonia is a Greek word meaning "communion," often translated as "community" or "fellowship." (It's pronounced "Coy-no-KNEE-uh.") Founded in 1942 as an intentional Christian community and farm, Koinonia has always believed that communion, community, and fellowship are for everyone—regardless of race, class, gender, religion, or anything else.

Our journey hasn't always been easy. In the 1950s, facing a boycott for our stance on equality and justice, we launched a mail-order business to sustain our work. That effort grew into what is now our online store, a vital part of supporting Koinonia's mission.

At the heart of our store is the bakery, once lovingly called the "candy kitchen." It's where our handmade baked goods are created with care. We use Fair Trade chocolate, organic sugar, and sustainably grown ingredients to ensure our products not only taste great but also reflect our values. We are constantly finding new ways to make our foods delicious, good for the land, and supportive of the people who grow the ingredients we use.

When you shop with Koinonia, you're not just buying pecans, chocolate, bakery goods, Fair Trade coffee and tea, or thought-provoking books and DVDs. You're connecting with a community that has a rich story—a story of resilience, hospitality, and hope. Your purchases help fund our life and work, sustaining the mission that began over eight decades ago and continues to grow today.

Thank you for shopping with us and supporting our vision of love through service.

To learn more about Koinonia Farm—our history, current work, and ways to visit—please explore our website. If you're ever nearby, we'd love to welcome you and show you around the farm!