Our Mission:
To provide the La Alma/Lincoln community better access to fresh, affordable, produce that is grown right where it is purchased, while sharing knowledge about nutrition through affordable classes, engaging citizens in urban farming, and building a stronger sense of connection within the community through a mutual love of food. Our Vision:
We envision Gabrielle's Garden as a community food hub- a food-producing garden, farm stand, and outdoor classroom. As food is fuel for the body, we hope to be fuel for social interaction and change. By re-purposing otherwise unused space and materials, and working with local artists and members of the community, we intend to help stimulate and strengthen the community and beautify the land. We want to embrace creative and eager minds, teaching them the value of urban farming, of nutrition, and of food justice. We want to alleviate stress and provide happiness and healthfulness through greater access to sustainably grown, organic food. We will listen and respond to the needs of the community, growing and changing with them, and giving them more control over the food that they eat. Most importantly, we want to pass along to our youth the knowledge and tools needed to ensure that the connections between farm and table and between food and health are never lost.
*We are actively seeking volunteers, collaborators, and donations to help make this project happen. All contributions, big or small, are welcome and appreciated. If you are interested in getting involved, you may contact us via Facebook or e-mail Stephanie at:
stephanie@urbiculturecommunityfarms.org
