About the dcm

Bronze Seal of Transparency 2018

The Denton Community Market was recently recognized for our transparency with a 2018 Bronze Seal on our GuideStar Nonprofit Profile! GuideStar is the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations. Now our community and potential donors, funders, and key decision makers can see our commitment to transparency and easily contact us for more information. Check out our GuideStar Nonprofit Profile.

Our Mission and Principles

We work to contribute to the vitality, livability, and community spirit of Denton by creating a public gathering space that supports local culture and provides a market to bring together visitors with local artists, craftspeople, farmers, and food producers.

Our guiding principles remind us our values to:

• Provide a setting in which community members can purchase local products from local producers.

• Provide educational opportunities to learn about the products made and grown in our community.

• Promote the local economy by connecting food producers and consumers.

• Reduce barriers to entry for new entrepreneurs and small businesses.

• Promote sustainable farmer practices and environmental stewardship while educating the public about these practices.

• Strengthen ties between community members by creating a sense of place.

The Board of Directors is an integral part of the Denton Community Market operations. As required in the 501c3 Bylaws of the DCM, the Board provides guidance on policies, operations, procedures, budgets, and special circumstances. Meetings are held a minimum of 4 times per year. Additional meetings are held as needed.

DCM Staff

The Denton Community Market organization is comprised of a management team as well as over 150 vendors who have joined the market as members. Market staff works year-round, and seasonally, to manage organization, coordinate Markets and local events, and administer programs.

The Denton Community Market staff is a core group of dedicated community members that help manage and promote the Market.

Andi Torres: Market Operations Coordinator

Allie Kessler: Booth Manager and Event Coordinator

Leslea Bushager: Booth Manager and Event Coordinator

Mackenzie Pearson: Social Media Manager

Susan Thornton: Art and Music Coordinator

Board of Trustees

The  Board of Trustees is an advisory and advocacy group to benefit the Denton Community Market. The goals are to:

1) Advocate for the Market

2) Connect Market to resources and donors

3) Work on special projects for the benefit of the Market, as desired.

The group will meet quarterly for lunches and more as needed for special projects.

Find Us on Social Media

Follow @communitymarket on Instagram!