The Grow & Give Program

Cultivating Kindness, One Garden at a Time

The Grow & Give program helps neighbors grow flowers, herbs, and food to share—whether it’s a bundle of zinnias or a basket of tomatoes. You choose how you want to give, and we’ll support you every step of the way.

How It Works

1) Take the Pledge to Share

Sign up and choose how you’d like to participate:

  • Share When You Can
    Give away extra flowers, herbs, or veggies whenever you have them.

  • Set Up a Sharing Stand
    Place a small crate, table, or bin outside your home for neighbors to take what they need.
    - If you'd like your Sharing Stand to be featured on the Grow & Give Map, you can fill out the opt-in form when you take the pledge (linked in the Welcome email). The map will go live June 1 through October, and participants can choose when to set out their stand based on what works for them.

  • Garden With Neighbors
    Invite others to help grow and share from your garden together.

2) Get Support Every Step of the Way

We make it easy to get started—no experience needed!

  • Guides & Resources - Learn what to grow, how to start a sharing stand, and best practices for donating.

  • Grow & Give Map – Connect with sharing stands and fellow growers.

  • Garden Mentorship – Get matched with an experienced gardener for support.

  • Online Community – Ask questions, share updates, and celebrate progress.

  • Hands-on Events – Learn skills like no-dig gardening and more!

3) Build a Culture of Sharing

We’re building a movement rooted in generosity.

  • Neighborhood Micro-Hubs: Encourage neighbors to grow and give together.

  • Monthly Challenges & Seasonal Events: Keep things fun and inspiring.

  • Recognition: Lawn signs, social shout-outs, and free starter kits for participants.

Get Involved Today!

Together, we’re growing kindness, nourishing communities, and making generosity a way of life.

Raised Bed Garden Initiative

No garden space? Let’s change that.
Our Raised Bed Garden Initiative helps urban neighbors grow food and flowers right at home. We’re offering a limited number of 32” x 47” raised garden beds (8 inches high) to active participants in our Grow & Give program.

These simple, low-profile beds are designed to be placed directly on the ground—perfect for yards, front lawns, or side lots.

Each bed includes:

  • A 32 in x 47 in raised bed box (8 inches high)

  • Soil, seeds, and/or starter plants

  • Ongoing support to help you grow and give

Who’s eligible?
Urban growers participating in Grow & Give who have a small patch of ground to place a raised bed.

Apply by joining the Grow & Give program and completing the online application

Why This Matters

Reduces Food Waste & Insecurity

  • Instead of letting extra produce go unused, it’s shared.

Creates Vibrant Neighborhoods

  • Front-yard gardens make communities more beautiful and welcoming.

Strengthens Community Bonds

  • Neighbors connect through shared gardening efforts.

Empowers New Gardeners

  • Mentorship and resources help people grow with confidence.