Grow Appalachia

Grow Appalachia is a small non-profit organization based in Berea, Kentucky, with a team of five employees. Founded in the United States, the organization has cultivated a significant impact in its first three years, generating over $50 million in revenue. Grow Appalachia's mission is to empower individuals and communities through gardening. They achieve this by providing funding and technical assistance to a wide range of garden projects across four states. These projects encompass various types, including backyard gardens, community gardens, school and summer camp gardens, greenhouses, and mini-farms. Through these initiatives, Grow Appalachia has facilitated the production of over 574,000 pounds of healthy, organic food, benefitting thousands of people. The program emphasizes community engagement and learning. Grow Appalachia collaborates with diverse groups, including nonprofits, farmers’ market entrepreneurs, the elderly, Girl Scouts, inmates, and individuals with disabilities, recognizing that a better food system contributes to improved lives. To connect with Grow Appalachia, please visit their website at growappalachia.org.