Edible Peace Patch Project

Edible Peace Patch Project is a non-profit organization based in St. Petersburg, Florida. As a 501(c)(3) registered charity, the organization is committed to addressing poverty's impact on education and dietary health. With a team of two employees, Edible Peace Patch Project operates with a revenue of $1 million. The organization cultivates vibrant schoolyard gardens, providing fresh, locally grown produce to participating school cafeterias. They currently maintain six gardens at Campbell Park Elementary, Fairmount Park Elementary, Lakewood Elementary, Maximo Elementary, Melrose Elementary, and Sanderlin IB World School in south St. Petersburg. In addition to providing fresh food, Edible Peace Patch Project offers educational support, training, and food literacy programs. Edible Peace Patch Project distinguishes itself through its unique model farm-to-school system. This approach combines hands-on gardening experiences with nutritional education, aiming to empower students and communities through sustainable practices. To learn more about Edible Peace Patch Project and its initiatives, visit their website at peacepatch.org.