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We are committed to our mission of expanding market opportunities for local farmers, increasing access to affordable, locally grown food, and generating jobs and revenue streams for our local economy.
Established in 2018, Wholesome Harvest is a specialty grocery store located in Frostburg, MD. We are owned and operated by our member-owners through a volunteer Board of Directors. We are open to the public and a membership is not required to shop. For more information on membership, click here.
We work with local family-owned farms and producers to bring quality products directly to your table. We proudly stock high-quality, sustainable foods and specialty items, to serve as a community resource for special dietary and cultural food product needs, and to provide affordable options for healthy, wholesome foods.
President
Andrea Greise has been an active Member-Owner of Wholesome Harvest Food Co-op since 2023. A third generation farmer born and raised in Cumberland, MD, she grew up working in her family's grocery, catering, restaurant, and butchery businesses. Andrea earned her B.S. in Biology and Psychology from Notre Dame University in Baltimor
President
Andrea Greise has been an active Member-Owner of Wholesome Harvest Food Co-op since 2023. A third generation farmer born and raised in Cumberland, MD, she grew up working in her family's grocery, catering, restaurant, and butchery businesses. Andrea earned her B.S. in Biology and Psychology from Notre Dame University in Baltimore.
Her professional food service experience includes 10 years vending at Baltimore Farmer's Markets, barrista and assistant manager positions at several busy urban cafes, specialized delivery service for Charm City Cakes, and most recently as WHFC incubator program, G.A.L.A., making various goodies for folks with food sensitivities.
With an 11-year tenure on the Executive team of a Faith Based International Relief Non-Profit serving marginalized farmers overseas, Andrea oversaw board governance, staff and volunteer development, donor engagement, strategic planning, gender equity training, and data analytics. Service to others and building resilient communities are core to Andrea's life philosophy. As WHFC Board President, she brings multiple perspectives to strengthen our local food access and security.
Secretary
Erin K. Bishop brings a wealth of experience to Wholesome Harvest. With over a decade of leadership in office management and personal development, Erin has dedicated her career to fostering work/life balance and positive organizational change. She holds a Master's degree in Health & Wellness Coaching from the Maryland University
Secretary
Erin K. Bishop brings a wealth of experience to Wholesome Harvest. With over a decade of leadership in office management and personal development, Erin has dedicated her career to fostering work/life balance and positive organizational change. She holds a Master's degree in Health & Wellness Coaching from the Maryland University of Integrative Health and is an Internationally Certified Integrative Practitioner with a private practice locally and online.
Erin’s expertise in wellness and her passion for holistic health complement WHFC’s values, particularly in promoting sustainable practices that benefit both individuals and communities. She is a proud Allegany County native who was raised in a locally owned restaurant, where she gained a deep appreciation for small business and the food industry. Returning to Mountain Maryland from the cityscape a few years ago, she is the founder of CoSpace, a community office and wellness studio that bridges productivity and creativity in a supportive environment. Erin is excited to bring her skills and insights to advancing Wholesome Harvest’s mission.
Farmer Liaison
Sam White owns and operates Leaning Pine Farm in Mount Savage, MD where he and his wife, Amanda, raise grass-fed Black Angus cattle. A founding farmer partner of our co-op, Sam has been a dedicated Member-Owner since 2018. His passion for sustainable farming and high-quality, locally grown food makes him a vital part of our
Farmer Liaison
Sam White owns and operates Leaning Pine Farm in Mount Savage, MD where he and his wife, Amanda, raise grass-fed Black Angus cattle. A founding farmer partner of our co-op, Sam has been a dedicated Member-Owner since 2018. His passion for sustainable farming and high-quality, locally grown food makes him a vital part of our mission. When he's not tending to the farm, Sam is known to enjoy the Co-op’s Kitchen’s braised beef brisket (sourced from Leaning Pine Farm, Cozy Country Farm, and other local purveyors) ! Sam is excited to continue supporting the co-op and contributing to its growth as a board member.
Membership Liaison
Elected to the Board of Directors in 2022, Elyssa is currently serving her second term. Originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, she recently relocated to Western Maryland with her husband and four children. Having owned and operated a small business making and selling specialty CBD products in Nevada, Elyssa brings a valuable
Membership Liaison
Elected to the Board of Directors in 2022, Elyssa is currently serving her second term. Originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, she recently relocated to Western Maryland with her husband and four children. Having owned and operated a small business making and selling specialty CBD products in Nevada, Elyssa brings a valuable perspective to the WHFC BOD. Settling into small-town life as a vegan, Elyssa relies on WHFC for her every-day shopping needs and is invested in the success of the Co-op and our mission to provide quality plant-based options, humanely raised meats, and ethically sourced products to Allegany County. Elyssa and her family live in Cumberland and are enjoying their new-found life in Western Maryland and the natural beauty which surrounds us.
Board Member at Large
Harold Taylor moved to Frostburg where he graduated with a BA in English in 1990. Harold first started cooking and gardening at age five. Growing up, he enjoyed exploring the ethnic restaurants of the D.C. area and trying to recreate their cuisine. Indeed, it was this passion for vegetarian and ethnic cuisine that led
Board Member at Large
Harold Taylor moved to Frostburg where he graduated with a BA in English in 1990. Harold first started cooking and gardening at age five. Growing up, he enjoyed exploring the ethnic restaurants of the D.C. area and trying to recreate their cuisine. Indeed, it was this passion for vegetarian and ethnic cuisine that led Harold and like minded friends to Gandalf’s Bar and Restaurant, a cooperatively owned restaurant specializing in organic and locally grown whole foods, vegetarian, and ethnic cuisines. Harold served as President at Gandalf’s from 1996-2003. With his extensive background in the cooperative business style and passion for local and sustainable food, Harold was initially drawn to WHFC as a volunteer on the Finance Committee before becoming our Director of Finance at the end of 2022 and eventually stepping into the role of General Manager in 2023. Harold has served on our Board of Directors since Spring of 2023. He also works as administrator of Savage Mountain Punk Arts. When not at work Harold spends his time translating Slavic, Baltic, and Celtic folklore into English, biking, x-c skiing, foraging for mushrooms and fruit, gardening & cooking.
Employee Representative
Nancy Castro has been a resident of Frostburg for over 20 years and brings a strong dedication to her community and fellow employees. She has worked at WHFC since 2023 and was honored to be elected as the employee representative on the board. With 25 years of experience as a foster parent, Nancy has developed a deep
Employee Representative
Nancy Castro has been a resident of Frostburg for over 20 years and brings a strong dedication to her community and fellow employees. She has worked at WHFC since 2023 and was honored to be elected as the employee representative on the board. With 25 years of experience as a foster parent, Nancy has developed a deep sense of compassion and a commitment to supporting others, qualities she brings to her role at the co-op.
Originally from Charlottesville, Virginia, Nancy and her husband have chosen Frostburg as the place to settle for their retirement, further reinforcing her strong connection to the area. Nancy holds a Master's degree in Environmental Science from the University of Virginia and she completed watershed-level water quality research at UMCES Appalachian Lab. She is passionate about our mission and the well-being of her fellow employees, making her a valued addition to the team.
Please reach out to us if you cannot find the answer to your question!
A co-op, or cooperative, is a business which is owned and operated by its members. We call our members “member-owners” because by being a member, you become a stakeholder in our organization. A stakeholder is a member of a group without whose support the organization would cease to exist. So each and every one of our member-owners influences the products that we carry, impacts our community of farmers and producers and contributes to the success of the co-op.
No, you do not have to be a member to shop! Our store is open to the public.
We carry a variety of wellness foods and products including organic, locally produced, sustainably and ethically sourced foods; bulk nuts, seeds, grains, and spices; specialty gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian products; local consignment; and more.
We are located at 30 W. Main St. on the corner of Main St. and Water St. in Frostburg, MD.
Board of Directors (BOD) refers to a corporate body comprising a group of elected people who represent the interest of a company’s stockholders. The board forms the top layer of the hierarchy and focuses on ensuring that the company efficiently achieves its goals. BOD members hold different positions within the panel. The composition of the board varies as per the company and state laws. For example, our board of directors comprise of a President, a Vice President, a Treasurer, a Secretary, an Employee Representative, and designated committees within. Our board positions are always adapting to the needs of our organization, however, and may grow to include more seats as our organization grows.
Our member-owners have the opportunity to run for a seat on the board of directors during term renewal. Member-owners can also be nominated to the BOD by an existing board member if a seat becomes available mid-term. Members who would like to run for election can do so at the annual member meeting and will have the opportunity to be elected by their fellow member-owners.
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