Written by James Moy, Grant Writing and Development Basic History of today’s Earth Day So why do we even celebrate April 22nd of every year? The first Earth Day took place in 1970 and marks what is often considered to Read more…
Written by Anastasia Mathews, Nonprofit Management Intern What is Regenerative Agriculture? According to the organization Regeneration International: “Regenerative Agriculture is a holistic land management practice that leverages the power of photosynthesis in plants to close the carbon cycle, and build Read more…
Written by Trelasa Baratta, Education and Curriculum Intern With the high cost of housing in the Bay Area and other urban areas, many low-income residents find themselves struggling to afford housing, let alone a stable and nutritious food source. The Read more…
Written by Isabel Realyvasquez, Grant Writing & Development Intern We at EGC use sustainable practices to grow the food that sustains us! When it comes to caring for the soil that our fruits and vegetables grow on through organic means, Read more…
Written by Trista Barrantes, Education & Curriculum Intern March 31st marks the celebration of Cesar Chavez Day! Today, we reflect on the Farmworkers’ Movement in honor of Mexican-American civil rights and labor activist Cesar Chavez. Cesar Chavez (March 31, 1927 Read more…
Written by Anastasia Mathews, Nonprofit Management Intern After more than two years of a global pandemic many of us have been left feeling isolated and lonely. A report published in 2021 showed that 36% of Americans struggled with “serious loneliness.” Read more…
Written by James Moy, Grant Writing and Development Intern What is Cultural Appropriation? Cultural appropriation is the adoption or assimilation of a culture’s characteristics, such as artistic forms, themes, or practices, in a way that does not recognize or respect Read more…
Written by Trelasa Baratta, Education and Curriculum Intern On a symbolic and emotional level, Spring is an opportunity to experience a renewal of the soul, mind, body and life. On a literal level, Spring means it’s time to plant some Read more…
Written by Isabel Realyvasquez, Grant Writing & Development Intern These days, it seems almost inevitable that you will come across an article or news clip declaring the harmful role humans play in their natural environments. There is some truth to Read more…
Written by Isabel Realyvasquez, Grant Writing & Development Intern Ripe red vine-tomatoes and wavy-leaved heads of lettuce, sprouting from the soil after weeks of dedicated hard work and attention, demonstrate the most apparent benefit of a garden: fresh produce! But Read more…