NSURANCE
It is the policy of the CRA that as a condition of approval, the Non-Profit shall provide the CRA with copies of its Certificate of Insurance. The Non-Profit is required to provide two Certificates of Insurance, one that will list the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency and the other that will list the City of Delray Beach; the CRA and the City need to be listed as Certificate Holder and Additional Insured. The General Liability Insurance will require a minimum of $100,000 of coverage. These documents will not be required with the submittal of the Application.
Approved Non-Profits will be separately notified of insurance requirements. Certificates of Insurance will need to be submitted and approved by the GreenMarket Manager prior to being allowed to set-up.
EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
Each non-profit organization shall be responsible for providing all the necessary equipment and supplies to conduct its business at the GreenMarket. The GreenMarket does not loan, rent, or in any way supply non-profit organizations with plastic bags, cash banks, chairs, tables, tents, etc. Tables and chairs located at the GreenMarket are provided for customer use ONLY.
Non-profit organizations will not have access to a power source (electrical outlet.) Non-profit organizations who need to use generators shall indicate such need on the Non-Profit Application, any approved generator use shall be restricted to battery generators only. Non-profit organization will not be allowed to use deep-fryers due to limited space and proximity of booth/tent spaces.
BOOTH/TENT SPACE
Accepted non- profit organizations will have the use of one (1) 10’x 10’ booth/tent space. Non-profit organizations will not be given a permanent and/or assigned GreenMarket booth/tent space. The GreenMarket Manager reserves the right to assign or relocate any Booth/Tent space.
Use of additional space beyond the approved booth/tent space shall not be allowed. All equipment, products, tables, chairs, etc. must fit underneath a non-profit organization’s booth/tent space and may not impede upon any walkways or into another organization or vendor’s booth/tent space. Sharing of booth/tent space by two (2) or more organizations shall not be permitted nor is subletting of booth/tent space.
Tents:
Non-profit organizations shall use a branded (organization name) commercial grade 10’x10’ tent (any color) or if unbranded, an all-white, commercial grade tent. Unbranded tents of any other color or tents with any other branding other than the non-profit organization’s shall not be used.
Ground Coverings:
Ground coverings shall not extend beyond the approved booth/tent space.
Walkways:
Booth/tent spaces are separated by one (1) foot of space and do not allow for a walkway between booth/tent spaces to be used by customers.
All customer interactions shall be in the front of the booth/tent space only.
STAFF & VOLUNTEERS
Non-profit organizations must have a minimum of two (2) people in the booth/tent at all times. All people working the booth must be 18 years of age or older, or must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
SIGNAGE
Non-profit organizations may display professional signage related to organization name/branding, information, event, etc. All signage must remain within the limits of the approved booth/tent space. .
Sign Restrictions:
No A-Frame signs
No Sandwich Board signs
No Banana Flag signs
DISPLAY & PRESENTATION
The CRA and GreenMarket reserve the right to control the look and visual impact of the GreenMarket. Non-profit organizations are responsible for creating a professional, safe, clean, and visually attractive presentation and booth/tent space that positively contributes to the entire GreenMarket experience. The GreenMarket reserves the right to request improvements in displays and/or booth/tent spaces if necessary or relocate a the non-profit organization’s booth/tent space.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION BOOTH/TENT SPACE AVAILABILITY
The GreenMarket places a deliberate emphasis on fresh, locally grown and/or sourced food products and other agricultural items offered by local farmers, artisan food producers, and other handmade, locally produced products that complement the focus of the GreenMarket.
Non-profit booth/tent space is limited and is not guaranteed and is subject to availability based on each GreenMarket day.
Non-profit organizations must include which day(s) they would like to have a booth/tent space at the GreenMarket.
Any approval by the CRA will list the exact GreenMarket days that the non-profit organization is allowed to set up. When Non-Profit Booth/Tent space is available, and when more non-profits are interested than there is space, the GreenMarket and the CRA will strive to strike a balance so that all interested, eligible non-profits may have the opportunity to have a presence at the GreenMarket.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FEE
There is no GreenMarket fee for for those non-profits that are accepted to be at the GreenMarket.
SAFE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION
Non-profit organizations who will have staff who will be preparing and/or serving food as part of fundraising efforts with the intention of customers consuming the food at time of donation/purchase are strongly recommended to have up to date Safe Food Handler training.
SETUP, BREAK DOWN, CLEAN UP
The Winter GreenMarket is open from 9:00AM to 2:00PM.
Setup begins at 7:00AM and must be complete by 8:45AM.
Break Down begins at 2:00PM. Absolutely no early break downs are allowed!
Non-profit organizations must be able to setup and breakdown themselves. GreenMarket staff is limited and will not be able to assist with any setup and/or breakdown tasks.
Non-profit organizations will be given a specific load in time. Upon arrival at the GreenMarket, non-profit organization representatives must check in with the GreenMarket Manager, Nathan Little, to obtain an assigned booth/tent space.
GreenMarket staff will pick up cardboard once daily, boxes must be broken down and stacked for pick-up between 11:30 -12:30PM. Any cardboard leftover after the box pick up is complete, must be taken off site by the non-profit organization. All booth/tent spaces must be left clean and free of any trash, debris, litter, cardboard, etc. The GreenMarket will charge a $50.00 clean up fee for any trash, debris, litter, etc. left in your booth/tent space. This fee must be paid before you are allowed to set-up at any future GreenMarket day.
VEHICLES
NO vehicles are permitted on the front lawn or on the coral/brick sidewalks surrounding the Cornell Art Museum. Any Non-Profit that is seen or is reported to have been seen driving their vehicle on the grass or coral/brick sidewalks may be expelled from the GreenMarket.
Non-profits must arrive on-time, at their specific load in time, quickly unload tent, equipment, products, etc., park your car, and then return for booth/tent set-up.
Loading Zones:
- Near the west entrance to the Old School Square Parking Garage
- On NE 1st Avenue off of Atlantic Avenue - this area has 8 parking spaces that are first come first served
- The circular driveway on Swinton Avenue in front of Crest Theater - no parking here
- More detailed instructions will be provided to approved Non-Profits.
During setup and breakdown, please be courteous to other Vendors.
PARKING
- Old School Square Parking Garage is open to the public as a paid parking garage.
- Monterey Parking Lot is open to the public as a free lot.
- City Hall Parking Lot is open to the public on Saturdays as a free lot.
- DO NOT PARK in the privately owned parking lot south of Old School Square Park or in the Crest Theatre semi-circle.
SPECIAL PROMOTIONS & THEMED EVENTS
Non-profits are encouraged to participate in and/or augment themed special events that occur throughout the GreenMarket season, as is appropriate.
LATE/ABSENCE
Non-profit organizations must call the GreenMarket Manager at least 48 hours in advance of any GreenMarket to cancel their reserved booth/tent space if they are unable to attend the GreenMarket on a Saturday.
If a non-profit organization is going to be late, the GreenMarket Manager must be notified. Failure to notify the GreenMarket Manager could result in your booth/tent space being assigned to another vendor.
WEATHER
The GreenMarket is open rain or shine.
In the event of inclement weather, the GreenMarket Manager will decide to open the GreenMarket or cancel the GreenMarket, as well as to close early, or not. If a storm or inclement weather is imminent, non-profit organizations are responsible to call the GreenMarket office on Fridays by 4:00PM at 561-276-7511. The GreenMarket Manager will leave a recorded message for all Vendors and participating organizations informing if the GreenMarket is opening or not.
If the GreenMarket is closed for any reason, approval for a non-profit to have a booth/tent space at another, future GreenMarket day is not guaranteed and will be based on availability at a future GreenMarket day, if any.
DOGS
Per City of Delray Beach regulations, non-profit organizations will not be allowed to bring dogs to the GreenMarket.
MISCELLANEOUS
The GreenMarket is a program of the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency – a local government agency.
Distribution of political, religious, or any other unapproved materials will not be allowed. Additionally, games of chance, sale of alcohol, radios, music, or sound distractions from Vendor booths/tents will NOT be permitted.
Please note that the 2026-2027 Winter GreenMarket will not be allowing pets to accompany non-profit organizations per the City of Delray Beach's guidelines.
ENFORCEMENT OF TERMS & CONDITIONS
Non-profit organizations are approved and accepted into the GreenMarket based on space availability for any GreenMarket day, the information provided within the Non-Profit Application, and the ensuing executed GreenMarket Agreement. Any approved non-profit organization may not deviate from the activities listed within their Non-Profit Application without prior GreenMarket approval. Fundraising items must be previously appoved by the Delray Beach CRA; sales of any items that were not previously approved is prohibited and will need to be immediately removed. Violations may result in the non-profit organization being expelled from the GreenMarket and not approved for any future GreenMarket.
Any non-profit organization with concerns must file their concern or complaint in writing to the GreenMarket Manager, Nathan Little, at GreenMarket@mydelraybeach.com. The GreenMarket Manager will make every attempt to address all concerns and reach an equitable solution.