Meet Farmer Banks

Community Farmer

As a native Floridian, I love this state. As a resident of South Lake County, I love teaching regenerative farming and sustainability to the community I represent.

As a candidate for State House, I love finding solutions to the issues of our time. Regardless of political slant, I will work with all citizens.

Your issue, our solution.

Banks Helfrich smiling for a headshot while wearing a suit

Why I Am Running

In 2016, 63 of 120 Florida State Representatives were unopposed in the general election.

Democracy works only when We the People are engaged, involved and participate in our government.

We are the We in We the people.

Why Vote for Farmer Banks Helfrich

I listen. I research for the best solutions. I represent and lead from relentless decency and above all, I show up.

I am already doing a better job.

Banks Helfrich standing focused with hands on his hips in business attire

Qualifications

IN Community

  • Downtown Clermont Mainstreet Partners
  • Groveland Historical Society
  • Lake County Beekeepers
  • Lake Permaculture
  • Mascotte/Groveland Garden Club Vice President
  • Solutions Networking Clermont
  • South Lake Art League
  • South Lake Chamber of Commerce
  • South Lake Connect
  • Friend of the Marion Baysinger Library Groveland
  • 1 Million Cups Clermont Organizer

OF Community

  • Native Floridian, Born in Tarpon Springs
  • Sustainable and Regenerative Farmer at The Giving Farm/Here On The Farm

WITH Community

  • City of Groveland Strategic Board Eco-agrarian
    2022-present
  • Food Providers 2023-present
  • Love Groveland Food Distribution
  • Champions Circle Mentor Program
  • Powerhouse Career Panel Mentorship
  • Give a Day Foundation
  • Homeless Mitigation Advisory Council

FOR Community

  • Lake County Soil & Water Conservation District, Chairperson 2018-2022
  • Lake County Keep Lake Beautiful Committee Chairperson 2023-present
  • Candidate for Florida State House, District 25

I'm With Banks!

The News

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