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Launching the Santa Clara County African Ancestry Food Study: The Origin Story
How climate resilience training led us to listen more deeply to community voices about food, health, and choice in Santa Clara County.
Derek Bryant
Jan 192 min read


Exciting News: SoFA Pocket Park Under New Management by We Start Gardens
We’re thrilled to announce that the SoFA Pocket Park, located in the art district of Downtown San Jose, is entering a new chapter under the management of We Start Gardens! While the park remains a collaborative space co-managed with Veggielution, we’re honored to lead this effort to continue its legacy as a vibrant, community-centered oasis. Originally a 7,000-square-foot abandoned parking lot, the Pocket Park was transformed during the pandemic into a Demonstration Garden an
Derek Bryant
Dec 23, 20242 min read


Black History Month 2023
BHM has grown from a celebration of history to a celebration of life for all who seek to dig deep into the celebratory month. We decided...
Derek Bryant
Mar 12, 20231 min read


Sunflower Samurai - Origin Story Part I
Is it time to retire our old mascot? The original logo of We Start Gardens can from the creative minds of two individuals. Patrick Noon,...
Derek Bryant
Mar 12, 20231 min read


We Start Gardens Launches a New Site & Logo
Rate our new website with this link! https://forms.gle/Sssw7WdSrhRgG4y78 In January 2023, Derek Bryant of We Start Gardens pitched his...
Derek Bryant
Mar 10, 20231 min read
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