What if just one hour of your time could help grow thousands of pounds of fresh food for local families?

In just one month — on March 16th — the Kane Street Community Garden officially opens for the season, and we could not be more excited to dig back in.

Each year, this garden transforms into more than just rows of fruits and vegetables — it becomes a place where community grows right alongside the produce. Volunteers of all ages come together to plant, weed, harvest, laugh, learn, and make a real, tangible difference for neighbors facing food insecurity.

This season, our goal is to grow and distribute 30,000 pounds of fresh produce back into our community by the end of the season.

That’s 30,000 pounds of tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, squash, greens, and more — all headed to families in our community who might not otherwise have access to fresh, nutritious food.

And the truth is… we can’t do it without our volunteers.

The heart of Kane Street Community Garden has always been the people who show up — whether it’s their first time holding a garden trowel or they’ve been gardening for decades. One of the most beautiful things about this space is that you don’t need any gardening experience to volunteer. We’ll teach you everything you need to know — from planting seeds to harvesting produce.

Volunteering in the garden is hands-on, meaningful, and surprisingly fun. You’ll spend time outdoors, meet incredible people, learn new skills, and see the direct impact of your work grow week by week.

There’s something special about watching a tiny seed turn into a harvest that feeds your community.

As we count down the final weeks to opening day, we’re actively looking to welcome new volunteers into the garden family. Whether you can help once a week, once a month, or just a few times throughout the season — every hour makes a difference.

Ready to get your hands a little dirty for a great cause?

We’d love to have you join us this season. Please fill out our online volunteer application to get started and be part of something that truly grows hope from the ground up.

Let’s make this our most impactful garden season yet. 🌿