In 2012, a coalition of residents at Northridge Cooperative Homes transformed an empty lot on their property into the Northridge CommUNITY Garden. The garden engages youth in stewarding the garden and provides food to co-op residents. Volunteer activities include weeding, garden bed preparation, irrigation system maintenance, small construction projects, and general garden maintenance.

Quesada Gardens Initiative has been building community in San Francisco’s Bayview Hunters Point neighborhood since 2002. Their vision of a socially just, sustainable community starts with empowering and creating connection with locals. Volunteer activities at Quesada Gardens include planting, fixing walls, and general garden maintenance activities. At this location, there is the bonus opportunity to volunteer at Bridgeview Garden, a nearby, small food production garden.

The Old Gallinas Farm is an organic farm that supports Community Action Marin’s Meal program for 14 state and federally funded preschools. Old Gallinas Farm partners with local community groups to create a farm that serves as both a learning garden and a production farm. The growth of their programs allows for them to continue to increase the healthy eating options and access to fresh fruit and vegetables for the families they serve. Volunteer sign up coming soon!