gather the people
Community-powered approaches improve physical and mental health equity.
strengthen health where it begins
Across generations, East San José has witnessed less and less access to safe green space, nutritious and culturally relevant food, community-centered care, and wellness resources.
The ChallengeThese conditions affect the physical and mental health of our residents, particularly those from historically marginalized and under-resourced communities. East San José experiences nationally high rates of chronic disease, stress, and loneliness.
Our BeliefAddressing these conditions requires more than clinical care. Long-term healing is created with community; sustained community health grows from locally-rooted solutions that support cultural connection, shared experience, and physical and mental well-being.
a healing
hub for connection
From our six-acre urban farm, we are a trusted community anchor advancing holistic health across generations through its determinants; food access, social integration, and environmental education.
our initiatives
The farm serves as a healing space and a hub for connection—where families gather, move, learn, and care for one another in a culturally grounded environment.
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![A young girl with brown hair working in the orchards]()
holistic well-being
Gardening, outdoor movement, and nature-based wellness activities
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![Two women smiling and preparing strawberries in a kitchen with fresh strawberries on the table.]()
nutritional health
Culturally responsive nutrition education
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![Two women standing under a green canopy at an outdoor cooking or food event, smiling at the camera, with tables and food items in the background.]()
community power
Programs for youth leadership and intergenerational learning
the future we’re planting
our impact
We strengthen social bonds and connection to nature through physical activity, nutrition knowledge, and routines that support a long-term wellness journey.
+ Over 425 children have visited our Youth Garden since Fall 2025
+ Over 100 folks have participated in our Cooking Classes