On Tuesday, March 18, Green Our Planet, in collaboration with Compassionate Las Vegas, hosted a gardening day at the Healing Center at St. Jude’s Ranch for Children. This initiative, supported by Compassionate Las Vegas Jameson Fellows and Dr. Gard Jameson, brought together community members alongside youth who are victims of sex trafficking to plant four large garden beds, launching the Center’s garden, just in time for the spring season.
“We are grateful for the commitment of Green Our Planet and Compassionate Las Vegas to creating a space where nature and healing go hand in hand,” said Dr. Christina Vela, CEO of St. Jude’s Ranch for Children. “This garden will provide not only nourishment but also a therapeutic environment for the children who are victims of sex trafficking that live here.”
Compassionate Las Vegas has been a strong advocate for both the Healing Center and Green Our Planet, recognizing the importance of access to green spaces and sustainability education.
“At Compassionate Las Vegas, we believe in taking action to uplift our community,” said Krista Darnold, Compassionate Las Vegas Jameson Fellow. “This garden will serve as a space for growth, healing and connection for the children at the Healing Center.”
As spring begins, this newly planted garden will continue to flourish, providing fresh food, educational opportunities and a place for reflection.
“This project is a testament to the power of collaboration,” said Ciara Byrne, CEO of Green Our Planet. “By working together with Compassionate Las Vegas and St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, we are not only creating gardens but also nurturing communities and providing opportunities for healing and learning.”
The event saw participation from Green Our Planet farmers and team members, James Bristow, Green Our Planet board member, and fellows from Compassionate Las Vegas, all working together to cultivate a space that will provide fresh food, education and healing.
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About Green Our Planet:
Green Our Planet is an EdTech conservation 501(c)3 nonprofit that runs STEM school garden and hydroponics programs in the United States and beyond. Green Our Planet’s programs enhance student academic performance, inspire environmental stewardship in students, and promote students to embrace healthy eating habits, while also tackling food deserts where access to fresh produce is limited. Spanning 44 states and 5 countries, Green Our Planet has implemented programs in over 1,100 schools, impacting more than 300,000 students. As one of the largest school garden and hydroponics programs in the U.S., Green Our Planet is inspiring the next generation of scientists, farmers, nutritionists, entrepreneurs and conservationists.
For more information or to apply for a program, visit www.greenourplanet.org
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About St. Jude’s Ranch for Children:
For more than 58 years, St. Jude’s Ranch for Children has been a community of healing and hope for children and young victims of abuse and neglect. The non-denominational 501(c)3 non-profit organization helps children and youth, ages zero to 25, who have been abused, neglected, exploited and/or homeless by providing safety, stability, and healing in a caring environment. The charity’s ultimate focus is to break the cycle of abuse and help children and young people become thriving, positive members of the community. Visit stjudesranch.org or get social @StJudesRanch for Facebook and X or @stjudesranchforchildren on Instagram.
About Compassionate Las Vegas:
Compassionate Las Vegas is a grassroots network whose mission is to foster the Charter for Compassion and the movement of compassion in the Las Vegas, Nevada, area. Compassion acts as our guiding principle. Nearly all moral and religious institutions suggest a version of the Golden Rule that we should “do to others as you would have them do to you”, and yet we are a world divided. We believe the need for more compassion is the most pressing issue of our time. Data support that love and compassion are not luxuries but necessities for human survival. We are here to host and inspire a network of compassionate businesses, government institutions, schools, groups, and individuals, so Las Vegas may be a more compassionate place to live, learn, work, and play.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Green Our Planet
Kirvin Doak Communications
GreenOurPlanetPR@kirvindoak.com
St. Jude’s Ranch for Children
Candee Communications
Paige Candee
paige@candeecommunications.com
