Parker Learning Gardens
Mission
Parker Learning Gardens is dedicated to cultivating a thriving, resilient community by designing and nurturing accessible outdoor learning environments that produce nourishing food, clean water, vital habitat, sustainable fiber, and climate stability. Through hands-on, farm- and garden-based programs, we inspire curiosity, foster a deep connection to the land, and empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to lead sustainable lives. By integrating science, nutrition, and regenerative practices, we aim to spark a lifelong appreciation for the natural world while creating a model for education, stewardship, and community-driven resilience.
Vision
We envision a world where all people thrive through meaningful interaction with the natural world—where outdoor exploration, observation, and discovery nurture emotional well-being, intellectual curiosity, and a profound sense of belonging. In this world, gardens and farms serve as living classrooms, cultivating gratitude, resilience, and a deep-rooted commitment to environmental stewardship. By reconnecting with the essential acts of growing food, creating habitat, and fostering community, we seek to awaken a shared responsibility for our planet’s future. Through these experiences, we empower future generations to steward the land with wisdom, compassion, and an enduring respect for nature’s gifts.
Practices
Through immersive educational experiences—including hands-on classes, workshops, youth programs, field trips, and community events—we invite visitors to discover, engage, learn, and reflect within the living landscape of our farm and gardens. Rooted in both scientific understanding and time-honored traditions, our programs equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, tools, and seeds necessary to meet the challenges of our changing world. We are dedicated to practicing organic regenerative agriculture, nurturing soil health, conserving water, and restoring biodiversity to ensure the long-term resilience of our land and the well-being of future generations. By cultivating not only food but also wisdom, curiosity, and community, we seek to empower all to become active stewards of the earth.
Sponsor a Student!
🌱 Sponsor a PLG Student – Grow a Future on the Farm! 🌻
Want to make a big difference in a life? Sponsor a student at Parker Learning Gardens and help them join one of our amazing seasonal programs or summer camps! Your donation helps a child who may not otherwise have the opportunity to learn, play, and grow on our beautiful 33-acre organic farm.
Our community scholarships open the garden gate for curious young minds to dig into nature, get their hands in the soil, make friends, and explore the magic of outdoor learning.
🍓 Full Season Scholarship: $350
🌼 Half Season Scholarship: $175
Every dollar helps plant the seeds of confidence, creativity, and connection. Thank you for helping us cultivate a thriving, inclusive community—one child at a time! 🌻
Our Seeds of Success Initiative Provide Over $9,000 for Low-Income Program Participation Discounts
2024 Highlights
Our Education Programs Provided Over 400 Class Hours of Instruction
Our Volunteer Program Contributed 1,200 Hours of Skill-Building Opportunities
2024 PLG annual report
Grow with us: Help our farm thrive!
Your support nurtures the farm’s success and growth, allowing us to continue offering sustainable, hands-on learning experiences. Every merchandise purchase and donation makes a big difference in keeping our farm thriving and accessible for everyone!
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