Roseville-Based Local Effort Seeks Support to Craft 1,000 Fully Local Pizzas

The crowdfunding campaign energizes Local Effort's obsession with 100% regional sourcing. Every crust, sauce, and topping will trace back to Minnesota and Midwest farms, mills, creameries, and co-ops that the chef team has partnered with since 2022.

Backers will help finance upgraded capacity and purchasing power, unlocking more neighborhood pop-ups, farmers market collaborations, and last-mile delivery runs throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Western Wisconsin.

"This is truly Local Pizza," said Weston Smith, chef and co-founder of Local Effort. "The grain, the cheese, the tomatoes all tell a story about producing food in the Midwest. If we sell a thousand pies, we will focus on opening a shop."

Supporters can choose from tiered rewards including apple pies, special invite-only parties and events, premium home events, and exclusive seasonal toppings co-developed with local growers. Weekly progress bulletins and tasting events will keep the community connected as milestones are reached on the path to 1,000 pizzas.

Local Effort has grown from intimate in-home dinners to weekly meal prep and private events by doubling down on local-first commitments. The pizza program translates that ethos into a universally beloved format.

The crowdfunding page is live now at localeffortfood.com/crowdfunding. Early backers will unlock surprise collaborations with partner farms and organizations across the Twin Cities.