Close-up of hands holding a native California oak sapling, warm golden-hour sunlight, rich dark soil, 35mm film style
Close-up of hands holding a native California oak sapling, warm golden-hour sunlight, rich dark soil, 35mm film style
Active Sites

Grounded in California soil

We cultivate local community gardens, plant native shade trees, and restore ecosystems across our neighborhoods with hands-on stewardship.

A vibrant community garden in California, wooden raised beds overflowing with heirloom tomatoes and leafy greens, soft golden light
A vibrant community garden in California, wooden raised beds overflowing with heirloom tomatoes and leafy greens, soft golden light
Volunteers of diverse ages planting a young sycamore tree in a neighborhood park, warm afternoon sun, dust motes in the air
Volunteers of diverse ages planting a young sycamore tree in a neighborhood park, warm afternoon sun, dust motes in the air
Golden poppies and purple sage blooming along a restored coastal hillside trail, soft natural depth of field
Golden poppies and purple sage blooming along a restored coastal hillside trail, soft natural depth of field
Our Initiatives

Stewardship in action

From urban food forests to native canopy restoration, our projects are designed, planted, and maintained by local hands.

Community Gardens
Canopy Campaigns
Habitat Restoration

Neighborhood Food Hubs

Native Tree Planting

Biodiversity Corridors

Shared spaces where families grow fresh food, build healthy soil, and cultivate deep community connections.

Expanding the local canopy to cool streets, clean the air, and restore critical nesting habitats for native birds.

Replacing invasive weeds with native California wildflowers and shrubs to support local pollinators and wildlife.

The Archive

Cultivating together

A visual record of our seasonal workdays, hands-on workshops, and flourishing green spaces across the state.

Locations

Rooted in your neighborhood

We steward gardens and restoration projects across Northern and Southern California. Locate a site near you to get your hands dirty.

Ready to plant?

Whether you have ten minutes or ten hours, there is a trowel waiting for you.