We've launched an exciting new project of our own! Introducing the Kickstarter app for iPhone!

Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on August 24, 2012.

And now it begins...

Update #11 · Aug 24, 2012 · 5 comments

We did it, Kickstarters! 

You did it! You pledged more than $146,000 - 58% over our original goal - to help refurbish the Food Hall at the San Diego Public Market and get started on the Market Kitchen. 

Our campaign is now closed, and Kickstarter will soon be providing us with reports so we can contact you for the information we need to deliver your rewards. Keep an eye out for emails through this system the early part of next week and respond as soon as you can. We'll still be able to update you via Kickstarter, until we get the info to send you weekly e-newsletters.

It has been a wild ride the last 16 days and we're frankly overwhelmed with gratitude and excitement. Now, the real work begins. But first, let's celebrate. Our backer (and local farmer) Tamara perfectly captured the euphoria we're feeling:

"Oh joy of joys!!!....We did it San Diego! Thank you Catt and Dale for being unreasonable in your willingness to dream big dreams........Beyond what is reasonable, comfortable, safe, ordinary........ yeah, thats what we're talking about!!!! Lets roll up our sleeves together, engage the willingness of community and create, create, create! The birth of a legacy, wow! You rock, we rock...thank you!"

No, no, no no... thank each and every one of you! We're doing this together!

In gratitude, Dale & Catt

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      Creator Catt White & Dale Steele on August 27, 2012

      Thank you for all of the offers of support!

      The response has been overwhelming, and we're organizing a system now to get more specific info on what kinds of time and talents are being offered, and how to schedule individuals and groups and coordinate those efforts.

      First up, we'll be sending surveys to all of our backers so we can fulfill your rewards, and that communication will offer ways you can provide us with specifics on ways you'd like to be involved. Watch your email tomorrow and Wednesday.

      Meanwhile, follow us on Facebook for another way to stay in touch.
      https://www.facebook.com/SanDiegoPublicMarket

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      Creator Desi McKinnon on August 24, 2012

      This is so awesome. I can't wait to see it all come into being. I also agree with Jim on the volunteer tip. Please ask because I have more labor than money to share;)

      Congratulations.

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      Creator Amanda Kalal on August 24, 2012

      Congratulations!!!! Cannot wait to help and support our new public market! -Amanda K.

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      Creator Jill Main Salgado on August 24, 2012

      ^^^ 100% agreement with Jim T

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      Creator Jim and Lisa Thomas on August 24, 2012

      So cool.
      Ok...you've brought us together. We've offered a small financial offering of support. We know there is much work ahead...so what's next? Feel free to ask from your family of new best friends... work party, ideas, contacts, volunteers. JIM T

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Aug 8, 2012 - Aug 24, 2012 (16 days)

  • Pledge $12 or more

    179 backers

    Thank you! You've helped plant the seed, and you'll receive a special packet of heirloom vegetable seeds to keep your love for the market growing.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $25 or more

    63 backers

    Pack a lunch! Head to the San Diego Public Market and pick up your insulated lunch bag reward complete with an individual bottle of Temecula Olive Oil and freshly baked bread. We expect you'll keep coming back to shop for lunch every week. This reward must be picked up at the San Diego Public Market on a Wednesday in October or November.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $30 or more

    375 backers

    Thanks for building the buzz! You'll receive heirloom seeds and a limited edition San Diego Public Market Farmers' Market t-shirt for joining the hive. Pick it up at the market and you'll also take a home a locally made beeswax candle.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $55 or more

    224 backers

    Thanks for turning up the heat! You'll love your insulated San Diego Public Market shopping bag and personal invitation to a Chef's Tour of the market, complete with cooking demo, tasting and recipe cards, and a jar of our signature Jackie's Jam.

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $75 or more

    75 backers

    For our far-away friends. We'll send you a box of market goodies including heirloom seeds, our signature Jackie's jam, San Diego Public Market t-shirt, beeswax candle and insulated shopping bag. And we'll look forward to the day you make a visit!

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $95 or more

    72 backers Limited (28 of 100 left)

    On with the Show! We'll SHOW our appreciation with 2 tickets for you to attend a Market Movie Night including reserved parking and seating, a trip to the chef-crafted snack bar, and a keepsake program. Choose an October, November or January date (first come, first choice).

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $150 or more

    10 backers All gone!

    NEW! Our Market Maker Dinners sold out early so we're adding one more opportunity! You'll receive an invitation to join us at a Market Maker Dinner where our favorite farmers, vendors and chefs will team up to serve beautifully prepared local food in the Market Hall. Don't forget to take home your San Diego Public Market shopping bag at the end of the evening. New February 2013 dinner date!

    Estimated delivery: Feb 2013
  • Pledge $150 or more

    57 backers Limited (3 of 60 left)

    Join us for a Farmhand Dinner! You'll receive an invitation to join us at a Market Maker Dinner where our favorite farmers, vendors and chefs will team up to serve beautifully prepared local food in the Market Hall. Don't forget to take home your San Diego Public Market shopping bag at the end of the evening. (Your choice of November 2012 or January 2013 Dinner date.)

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
  • Pledge $150 or more

    7 backers Limited (3 of 10 left)

    NEW! Our Market Maker Dinners sold out early so we're adding one more opportunity! You'll receive an invitation to join us at a Market Maker Dinner where our favorite farmers, vendors and chefs will team up to serve beautifully prepared local food in the Market Hall. Don't forget to take home your San Diego Public Market shopping bag at the end of the evening. New March 2013 dinner date!

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
  • Pledge $250 or more

    50 backers All gone!

    You complete us! You'll receive an invitation for you and a guest to join us at a Market Maker Dinner where our favorite farmers, vendors and chefs will team up to serve beautifully prepared local food in the Market Hall. Don't forget to take home your San Diego Public Market shopping bag at the end of the evening. (Your choice of November 2012 or January 2013 Dinner date.)

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
  • Pledge $250 or more

    25 backers Limited (5 of 30 left)

    NEW! Our Market Maker Dinners sold out early so we're adding one more opportunity! You'll receive an invitation for you and a guest to join us at a Market Maker Dinner where your favorite farmers, vendors and chefs will team up to serve beautifully prepared local food in the Market Hall. Don't forget to take home your San Diego Public Market shopping bag at the end of the evening. New February 2013 dinner date!

    Estimated delivery: Feb 2013
  • Pledge $300 or more

    4 backers Limited (16 of 20 left)

    Shop til you drop! You'll receive an insulated San Diego Public Market shopping bag and you and up to 19 other donors will get a 20 minute head start before other shoppers enter the San Diego Public Market Farmers' Market. Buy as much as you can fit in your bag in those 30 minutes; it's all on us! (Take your choice of selected dates in September and October.)

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $350 or more

    8 backers Limited (2 of 10 left)

    We have a great pick-up line! You'll pick up a CSA box from Suzie's Farm and a San Diego Public Market Bag filled with specialties ranging from bread, cheese and olive oil to jam, chocolates and pasta every week for 10 weeks. Contents of box and bag will vary. Choose pickups Wednesdays or Sunday pickup.

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $500 or more

    45 backers Limited (255 of 300 left)

    Join the Walk of Fame! Your name or dedication will be engraved on a Market Walk Market Walk stepping stone, leading to all the magical discoveries to be found in the halls and plazas of the new San Diego Public Market. This reward includes all the benefits of a one year Planters Membership, so you'll receive invitations to special members' events throughout the year. We'll send you an insulated market shopping bag next month to remind you to look for your name when you visit!

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $1,000 or more

    2 backers Limited (2 of 4 left)

    Good Morning Sunshine! Bring 5 friends to tour the market with a local chef, then it's back to the Market Kitchen to learn to bake beautiful scones and breakfast pastries with fresh market fruit. You'll have breakfast with the chef, then take home a bag of signature San Diego Public Market coffee, and your own case of signature jam!

    Estimated delivery: May 2013
  • Pledge $1,000 or more

    10 backers All gone!

    Join the Culinary Circus! You'll start with a complimentary registration for Vendor 101 class to get the basics of how to start your farmers' market business. Then we'll provide 3 months of weekly consulting by a Market Mentor, graphic design for your banner, and 2 months of free rent at the San Diego Public Farmers' Market when you're ready to launch. (Some restrictions apply: products must meet SDPM Vendor Guidelines.)

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2013
  • Pledge $5,000 or more

    0 backers Limited (5 of 5 left)

    SHOW us the love and we'll SHOW our appreciation with a Market Movie Night for you and 50 of your friends, including reserved parking and seating, a chef-crafted snack bar, and a keepsake program. Choose from November, December or January dates. And now, on with the show!

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
  • Pledge $5,000 or more

    1 backer All gone!

    Get Married at the Market! Our Market Events coordinator will design a special wedding reception for up to 40 guests including food and beverages created by our chef partners with locally grown ingredients, festive decor, live music, party favors and professional photos. Choose a date in March, April, May or June 2013.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
  • Pledge $7,500 or more

    1 backer All gone!

    Party at the Market! Celebrate a birthday, special anniversary or other occasion. Our Market Events coordinator will design a special event for up to 50 guests including food and beverages created by our chef partners with locally grown ingredients, festive decor, live music, party favors and professional photos. Choose a date in March, April, May or June 2013.

    Estimated delivery: Mar 2013
  • Pledge $10,000 or more

    2 backers All gone!

    Cottage industry! We'll name one of the four charming houses designed as working studio spaces and located in the garden plaza after you or yours. Your name will be installed on the studio so you'll always have your own place at the San Diego Public Market, and you'll receive a matching work of art to keep at home to remind you to visit "your" cottage. This reward also includes all the perks of a Harvester Membership, including invitations to member-only events, VIP parking and your name listed on our website and on the Market Walk.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012
  • Pledge $10,000 or more

    0 backers Limited (10 of 10 left)

    Picture yourself at the San Diego Public Market. Your fine art photographic portrait will hang beside those of our founding farmers and chefs on the wall of the Market Plaza, and you'll receive a framed version for your home. This reward also includes all the perks of a Harvester Membership, including invitations to member-only events, VIP parking and your name listed on our website and on the Market Walk.

    Estimated delivery: Dec 2012