Flat broke farm was founded in 2005 by Erica Gregory on a 2.5 acre farm in Santa Rosa,CA. Erica knew from a young age she wanted to help animals in need, She was raised in Novato, CA riding horses and training dogs from a young age. 

The rescue currently resides in Cotati, CA on 4 acres, it boasts 6 large barns, 7 Pastures, solar system, a round pen for training, indoor heated wash rack, large cattery and soon to be completed veterinary care room. 

This magical farm has 10 varieties of fruit trees, 3 different vegetable gardens, 7 kinds of berries and plans for a greenhouse. We compost our manure and grow 65% of our fresh fruits and vegetables for the animals. 

4 ACRES, 6 BARNS, 7 PASTURES, ROUND PEN, ORCHARD & 3 GARDENS.
  • sunset on the farm house
  • custom built fencing for all species
  • freezing our harvest for year round feeding
  • harvesting our grape vines
  • daily basket of yum
  • gathering goodies with the crew
  • potato harvesting
  • huge varietal
  • happy vines
  • raspberries galore
  • happy vine
  • a peek into our community garden
  • A bed from the family garden
  • cauliflower
  • shallots and flowers
  • brussel sprouts

OUR FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

  • Erica Gregory of Flat Broke Farm Animal Rescue fluffs alfalfa (at $23 a bale) to sheep that were given up by a landowner, because of the ongoing drought. During a normal summer, the pasture in the background would be green; Gregory would routinely irrigate the lot, Thursday, July 22, 2021 in Cotati. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat) 2021