Our story
Discover the roots of Keep Growing Dreams, our purpose, and the dedicated individuals who make it all possible. We are a Portland, Oregon-based nonprofit cultivating community-led healing gardens that honor culture and community wisdom, investing in our communities to increase well-being. Join us on our journey to nurture growth and foster community connections.
Our mission
The specific purposes of the Corporation is to empower communities through innovative and sustainable solutions in agriculture, food systems, self care and economic
development.
Our focus extends to the preservation and promotion of culturally relevant food practices and their origins. In pursuing these objectives, the organization is committed to supporting small business growth, equitable land development and housing opportunities, and advancing cutting-edge educational paradigms.
Furthermore, we aim to elevate community well-being by supporting self-care, fostering community development, and promoting cultural expression. We actively seek to collaborate on solutions that are both equitable and ecologically responsible, thus ensuring a focus on
individual and collective autonomy, sovereignty, agency and well-being.
Who we are
Keep Growing Dreams is more than just a gardening organization. We are a team of passionate individuals dedicated to creating thriving communities supported by nature. We believe in the inherent wisdom of culture and community, and we strive to honor and uplift these traditions in all that we do.
Our Board
Our Board Members Are:
Reeba Daniel, Founder and Executive Director
Joanna Swartzentruber, Vice President, Mental Health Resource Director
Sarah Zareen, Community Outreach and Development Director
"Because of BloomUnity my kid eats kale!"
A Beaverton Community Member