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May 16, 2025
Times are tough in their New Jersey neighborhood. Money is scarce, and grey seems to be the only color around. But a group of children notices something: a small, unused lot filled with weeds. What if they could turn it into something beautiful? Inspired by a flicker of hope, they decide to create a garden! Working together, digging in the dirt, sharing seeds, and facing challenges like tricky soil and unpredictable weather, the children learn the true meaning of teamwork and perseverance. They discover that even the smallest hands can make a big difference and that planting seeds isn't just about growing flowers and vegetables – it's about growing hope, community, and pride right in their own backyard. This inspiring story shows how courage and collective action can make a neighborhood bloom, even during the hardest times.
Annie Holmes is the CEO and Co-Founder of Elevated Levels Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities. Raised in Newark, New Jersey, Annie has over 20 years of experience in nonprofit and public sectors, focusing on growth and development. She is passionate about social justice and equity. When she's not working, Annie is a wife to her teen sweetheart, a mother to three sons, and loves cooking, singing, and cuddling with her beloved yorkie, Kobe Bryant Holmes.
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