Growing Through The Seasons: Winter Planting 🌿

As the air turns crisp and the leaves fall, SEED Chattanooga is getting ready to plant something special, not just in the soil, but in the heart of our community.

We’re thrilled to invite you to our next Community Planting Day at the Jessie Igou Center on Saturday, November 1, 2025! This season, we’re planting for the winter and building something new, our very own composting system on site.

This event marks the next step in our journey of sustainable education and community growth, one garden bed and one handful of soil at a time.

What We’ll Be Doing

• Planting winter crops to nourish our community through the colder months

• Creating a composting station that will turn garden scraps into rich, living soil for seasons to come

• Learning together about soil health, seasonal gardening, and sustainability

• Sharing food, laughter, and connection as we work side by side

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just curious about composting, there’s a place for you here. Every seed planted and every bucket of compost turned helps sustain something bigger, a community rooted in care and connection.

Why Composting Matters

Composting is nature’s way of recycling, turning what we once saw as waste into nourishment for new growth. By creating compost on-site at the Jessie Igou Center, we’re closing the loop and deepening our commitment to sustainability.

Together, we’ll learn how to transform food scraps and garden waste into healthy, living soil, the foundation for everything we grow.

Join Us in Growing Forward

This Community Day isn’t just about planting winter crops. It’s about cultivating a culture of care, responsibility, and renewal.

When we plant together, we build relationships. When we compost together, we sustain the cycle of life. And when we nurture the earth, we nurture each other.

So grab your gloves, bring your family and friends, and come grow with us!
Saturday, November 1, 2025 | Jessie Igou Center | 9 AM – 12 PM

At SEED Chattanooga, we believe that every season offers a chance to learn, grow, and give back. As we prepare the soil for winter, we’re also planting hope for spring, one seed, one handful of compost, and one community at a time.

Because when we grow together, we thrive together. 🌿

Community Clean Up Day

Our First Step: Community Garden Clean-Up Day 🌿

Written by Becca Love

At SEED Chattanooga, we believe that change begins one seed, one space, and one moment at a time. In our first blog, we shared our vision of planting seeds for a healthier tomorrow. Now, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and take our very first step together.

We’re excited to invite you to SEED Chattanooga’s first community event:

Saturday, October 4, 2025
Jessie Igou Community Center

This Garden Clean-Up Day is about more than pulling weeds and clearing garden beds , it’s about neighbors coming together, caring for shared spaces, and preparing the soil for new growth. With your help, we’ll transform the community garden into a vibrant, welcoming place where families can gather, learn, and grow.

What to Expect

• Clearing weeds and debris

• Refreshing and preparing garden beds for fall planting

• Planting seasonal flowers and herbs

• Building connections with neighbors, friends, and families

This event is family-friendly and open to all ages. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or simply eager to help, your presence will make a difference. Please bring a pair of gloves, some garden tools. We’ll provide coffee and light refreshments, also bring your great energy and a heart for community.

Why This Matters

Every garden tells a story, and this one will be a story of community resilience and renewal. By working together, we’re not only creating a space for fresh food but also a space where people can learn, connect, and thrive. This clean-up is the beginning of many opportunities for hands-on education, sustainable gardening, and community empowerment through SEED Chattanooga.

Join Us!

Mark your calendars, bring a friend, and come ready to make an impact. Together, we’ll plant the roots of something beautiful , a healthier, stronger, more connected Chattanooga.

Learn more about SEED Chattanooga by exploring our website, because when we care for the garden, we care for the community.

Welcome To SEED Chattanooga

Planting Seeds for a Healthier Tomorrow 🌱

Welcome to the very first blog post from SEED Chattanooga, we’re so glad you’re here!

SEED, which stands for Sustainable Education & Edible Development, is rooted in a simple but powerful vision: to educate, empower, and sustain our communities through food, gardens, and shared knowledge.

At SEED Chattanooga, we believe that thriving communities begin with healthy individuals and equitable access to knowledge and nourishment. Rooted in Chattanooga, our mission is to empower youth and families through hands-on gardening education, culinary programming, and community partnerships. By transforming spaces into vibrant learning gardens, we cultivate not just food, but lifelong skills in sustainability, nutrition, and wellness. Guided by our core pillars, Education, Access, Community, Sustainability, and Empowerment, we are growing a future where everyone can connect deeply with the earth, with each other, and with the tools they need to flourish.

Growing Together

Launching in January 2026, SEED Chattanooga will officially begin its work as a nonprofit organization. From the start, we’ll focus on equipping youth and families with the skills and confidence to:

• Plant seeds with intention

• Grow healthy food in their own neighborhoods

• Harvest fresh produce at the right time

• Can and preserve foods for year-round nourishment

• Cook nutritious meals that bring families together

• Compost food waste to sustain the soil for generations to come

We see gardening not just as growing food, but as growing community, resilience, and hope.

Why It Matters

Food is more than fuel, it’s culture, connection, and care. Too often, families in underserved neighborhoods lack access to fresh produce or the resources needed to sustain community gardens. By providing education and hands-on support, SEED Chattanooga is planting the foundation for healthier lifestyles, stronger families, and greener communities.

Join Us on the Journey

This is just the beginning. Over the coming months, we’ll be sharing stories, resources, and opportunities for you to get involved. Whether you’re a gardener, a parent, a student, or simply someone who cares about the future of Chattanooga, there’s a place for you in the SEED family.

Together, we’ll nurture the soil, the gardens, and most importantly, the people.

Because when we plant seeds today, we harvest hope tomorrow.