Our pillars are the essential beliefs that ground us and shape our vision. They are the “why” behind our work, reflecting what we stand for and what we strive to build in the world.
Our principles are the “how”—the actions and commitments that bring our values to life. They guide how we work together, how we lead, and how we grow as an organization and as a community.
Our Pillars
Diversity, equity and inclusion are woven into the fabric of each of our organizational pillars. Diversity, equity and inclusion is not separate or standalone; rather, it forms the foundation upon which each pillar is built. DEI serves as the guiding lens through which we approach and implement all aspects of our work, ensuring that our commitment to equity is reflected across every pillar and every endeavor.
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Youth Empowerment: We empower youth to feel purposeful, capable, and connected. Empowered youth become changemakers, impacting their own lives and the world around them.
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Food Equity: We address inequities within our food system, and work to make local, healthy food accessible and affordable to everyone.
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Community Building: We create inclusive, dynamic spaces where individuals feel a profound sense of belonging and thriving communities are born.
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Strong Local Food System: We foster a resilient, collaborative, sustainable food ecosystem, strengthening both our community and our environment.
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Connection To Land: We honor the interconnected nature of the land, ourselves, and our community. In doing so, we nurture a deep appreciation for all living things and ignite a sense of responsibility to safeguard the natural world
our values
Our Principles
Rooted in Community
We cultivate meaningful connections with the communities we serve. We listen actively, engage authentically, and co-create solutions to address real needs. We promote a culture of honesty, inclusivity, and mutual respect. We celebrate individual strengths, ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued, and seen.
Gratitude in Action
We practice gratitude as a guiding principle. We recognize and honor the contributions of team members, partners, and community members. In doing so, we strengthen the positive connections that sustain and inspire our work.
Joy and Celebration
We infuse joy into our daily work and culture. We celebrate achievements—big and small—and foster an atmosphere that values play, creativity, and shared success. We create space to dream big and support bold, imaginative thinking where innovative ideas can grow.
Intentionality and Simplicity
By approaching our work with thoughtfulness and care, we make intentional choices that reflect our mission and values. We are mindful of our resources, including one another’s time and energy. Simplicity helps us remain nimble and impactful, allowing us to focus our efforts where they matter most.
Adaptive and Evolving
We empower our community to be changemakers in building a more just, sustainable, and compassionate world. We embrace change as an opportunity for growth, staying open to new ideas and perspectives. We learn continuously—from experiences, feedback, and shifting needs—to evolve and ensure our work stays relevant and impactful.
Shared Leadership