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Project Overview

We host seasonal pop-up events across San Diego, giving families free starter supplies, live demonstrations, and a chance to connect with other local gardeners. These events make resources visible, equitable, and fun—creating a ripple effect of healthier, more connected neighborhoods.

We host seasonal pop-up events across San Diego, giving families free starter supplies, live demonstrations, and a chance to connect with other local gardeners. These events make resources visible, equitable, and fun—creating a ripple effect of healthier, more connected neighborhoods.

Together for Good

A Mission Shaped by Community

To build stronger communities through shared experiences of growing and eating healthy food.

Access

Every family deserves the chance to grow their own food, regardless of income or location. We remove barriers by providing starter kits, resources, and support that make gardening possible at home.

Access

Every family deserves the chance to grow their own food, regardless of income or location. We remove barriers by providing starter kits, resources, and support that make gardening possible at home.

Education

Knowledge is power. By teaching kids and families how to plant, tend, and harvest, we inspire healthier eating habits, stronger connections to nature, and sustainable practices that last a lifetime.

Education

Knowledge is power. By teaching kids and families how to plant, tend, and harvest, we inspire healthier eating habits, stronger connections to nature, and sustainable practices that last a lifetime.

Health & Wellness

Home-grown food means better nutrition, lower grocery costs, and stronger family bonds. Gardening empowers children and parents to take ownership of their health while having fun together.

Health & Wellness

Home-grown food means better nutrition, lower grocery costs, and stronger family bonds. Gardening empowers children and parents to take ownership of their health while having fun together.

Community Impact

When families grow food, the benefits ripple outward — stronger neighborhoods, reduced food insecurity, and a culture of sustainability.

Community Impact

When families grow food, the benefits ripple outward — stronger neighborhoods, reduced food insecurity, and a culture of sustainability.

What We Offer Are

Ways You Can Support Team Mama Bear

Whether you’re an individual, school, or organization, there are many ways to help San Diego families grow food at home. You can volunteer at events, sponsor garden kits, donate funds, or bring our workshops to your school or community group.

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Partners and Collaborators
Partners and Collaborators

Trusted by Schools, Community Centers, and Local Partners

Trusted by Schools, Community Centers, and Local Partners

We collaborate with schools, nonprofits, and community groups to expand access to gardening, nutrition, and wellness programs.

We collaborate with schools, nonprofits, and community groups to expand access to gardening, nutrition, and wellness programs.

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Collaborative Efforts for Collective Good

Families Growing, Kids Thriving

“Every photo tells the story of a family gaining access to fresh food, children discovering the joy of gardening, and communities coming together to grow healthier futures.