FC Development Corp. and The Farmer’s Cow Calfé Deepen Community Partnership with Ryan T. Lee Memorial Foundation to Support Community Impact

Norwich, CT – October 6, 2025 – FC Development Corp. (FCDC), the brand partner for The Farmer’s Cow, today announced its continued support of serving as a community partner sponsor of the Ryan T. Lee Memorial Foundation, a Berlin, CT-based nonprofit dedicated to honoring the legacy of Ryan T. Lee—a talented athlete and compassionate individual whose spirit of determination and community connection continues to inspire. This collaboration builds on successful collaborations in August and September 2025, highlighting shared values of youth development, local engagement, and giving back to Connecticut communities.

In August 2025, FCDC and The Farmer’s Cow Calfé supported the foundation’s 15th Annual Ryan T. Lee Golf Classic by providing custom gift baskets for the fundraising raffle and offering free ice cream redemptions to all guests, a first step in the developing relationship – delighting participants and bringing awareness to the community. Just last week, on September 22, 2025, the Calfé team catered a memorable ice cream social for the Ryan T. Lee Collegiate Golf Tournament held at Wethersfield Country Club. The event welcomed 15 elite college golf teams, including URI, Fairfield, Villanova, Army, Holy Cross, Fordham, Brown, and ECSU, and more, where farm-fresh ice cream from The Farmer’s Cow Calfé celebrated the athletes’ achievements and with a local community partner.

“Serving as a community partner sponsor for the Ryan T. Lee Memorial Foundation has been a true honor, bringing our offerings to events that celebrate youth, perseverance, and community—like the incredible collegiate golfers we served last week,” said Steve Lane, FCDC President. “As Berlin neighbors with aligned missions, we’re eager to deepen this relationship and create more impactful experiences that connect people to local agriculture and give back to Connecticut’s future leaders.”

These initiatives align seamlessly between the two organizations, supporting the foundation’s mission to help individuals achieve their goals and realize their dreams, having donated over $750,000 to date to support community involvement and youth development. As fellow Berlin-based organizations, FCDC and the Ryan T. Lee Memorial Foundation are advancing discussions for continuing support of future events, sponsorships, and programs that connect local community members and build upon both groups missions and visions.

The Farmer’s Cow Calfé’s catering program, revitalized in June 2025, has seen remarkable traction through recent partnerships, offering quality, scratch-made offerings. This event further showcases the brand’s commitment to a circular economy model that spans retail, dining, and clean energy initiatives, while preserving farmland and supporting local economies.

About FC Development Corp.

FC Development Corp. (FCDC) serves as the premier management and development entity for the esteemed Farmer’s Cow brand of Connecticut. With deep expertise in managing family farm brands, FCDC is committed to growing and managing the cooperative’s brand. With a strong background in handling large agribusinesses, environmental regulation challenges, and financial opportunities, FCDC excels at identifying, and safeguarding the future of small family farming operations nationwide. With expertise across finance, technology, operations, and sustainability, FCDC is especially responsible for founding multi-million-dollar companies and raising billions in capital.

About The Ryan T. Lee Memorial Foundation

The Ryan T. Lee Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring the enduring spirit of a special young man by actively seeking out opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others. The Foundation is committed to identifying effective ways to help individuals reach their goals and realize their dreams.

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Contact: FC Development Corp. at info@fcdevcorp.com