PROGRAMS
1
Empower Our
An initiative that empowers the youth to become gardeners. ZEN will adopt one school each year to provide resources to start or maintain a garden.
2
Lula's Garden Club
A program inspired by the late Lula Alexander. Lula was a gardener and the grandmother of Founder, April Booker. In her honor and memory, ZEN will partner with local assisted living facilities to bring a garden to the facility or allow residents to visit ZEN’s Garden for the Community for a hands on experience.
3
ZEN's Garden For The Community
The backbone of our organization and what we like to call it our "Educational Edible Landscape". ZEN's Garden sits on 1.8 acres of land where we use the space to produce for the community members in need and educate them on how to live healthier lifestyles
4
One Night of ZEN
An annual social event to raise funds for ZEN’s programs. ZEN will host a ticketed event and all proceeds will support the organizations programs.
5
Mobile Market & Pop-up Pantry
Through this program, ZEN aims to bring fresh produce to underserved communities. Individuals can sign up to receive a complimentary ZEN box filled with all the ingredients needed to prepare a healthy meal. Additionally, fresh fruits and vegetables will be available for purchase at upcoming Farmers Markets held at ZEN’s Garden For The Community. Customers can buy a bag of fresh produce at a reasonable price, and community members will also have the opportunity to fill a bag with nonperishable food items for free.