Drylands Agroecology Research Foundation

"Hands-on community involvement, food donations, and regenerative food production for equitable land access and nourishment. 400+ volunteers and another 100+ kids attended weekly volunteer days (MayOct) at the Food Solidarity Garden and Elk Run Forest Garden. 4,000+ pounds of regeneratively-grown vegetables, fruit, and heritage grains and 500+ plant starts donated to communities in need. Donated 3,453 lbs of regeneratively grown food to Indigenous elders, families, and local communities, addressing food insecurity in Boulder County. Supplied 600+ plant starts to families in need and co-planned and planted the Food Solidarity Garden at the Wind River Reservation."

"Advancing agroecological literacy and scientific inquiry through structured programs, events, and written resources for both children and adults. Launched the 10-month Agroecology Incubator Program (AIP), providing hands-on training and career pathways for regenerative farmers and building an educated labor force for DAR in 2025. Launched the 8-month Foundations of Agroecology Course to apprentices, land partners, and the public. Spoke at 12 industry events and wrote a Land Health Encyclopedia to advance the agroecology knowledge base. Planned a multi-year hydrology study to launch in 2025 and applied for over $500k in grants to support the project. Led 8 immersive field trips and served 22 families through our nature-based education programs, fostering deep connections with land, culture, and spirit. Awarded $37,000 in scholarships to make ""Folk Farm"" preschool education accessible, with a fully enrolled Early Childhood Program and a growing waitlist."

"Culturally-rooted healing and education initiatives centering BIPOC women and youth in land-connected leadership. Hosted three immersive weekend trainings with Ancestral Womb Postpartum Care (AWPC), supporting over 30 BIPOC women in plant medicine, spiritual protection, and body care. Provided sacred postpartum healing through Cerrada ceremonies, honoring new mothers and survivors of sexual trauma with deep rest, bodywork, and community support. Partnered with AWPC to lead the First Moon: Coming of Age Circle, offering a year-long space for youth of color to connect with ancestral wisdom and self-determination."