Planting the Seeds of a Healthier Future
Community Gardens
Community Food Security Initiative
With a particular focus on vulnerable families and children, the Houston Health Foundation’s first family garden was created to provide an opportunity for all community members to build food security systems through collaboration in an urban garden setting. The garden welcomes those who wish to contribute to the collective knowledge and skills of sustainable food networks. By involving children and youth in food production, we help future generations understand the value of fresh produce, develop a love for outdoor activities in a social context, and acquire skills that nourish them for a lifetime.
Our initiative promotes healthy eating by encouraging community gardening and supporting farmers’ markets. By providing access to fresh, affordable produce, we are helping to improve the health and well-being of individuals and families in our communities.
The program goals include:
- Promote healthy eating to reduce obesity and the effects of chronic disease by teaching families and children about nutrition
- Promote physical activity through gardening to improve cardiovascular and muscular functions
- Promote the importance of socialization in overall wellness
- Teach the fundamental of gardening and urban farming
- Cultivate partnerships to promote community and personal gardening
150DAYS
Over 150 volunteer days are available
throughout the year, welcoming both individuals
and groups interested in sustainable agriculture
12
Our 12 plant species flourish in organic mycelium-based soil
Urban gardens can transform communities by providing not only food but also a space for physical activity and social interaction.
Dr. Laquandra Nesbitt,
Director of the Houston Health Department
Our Brilliant
Futures Partners
At the Houston Health Foundation, transforming lives and building healthier communities is a collective effort. Our mission relies on the unwavering support of our partners and sponsors, whose contributions are essential to driving meaningful change.
