Our mission is to empower young people by providing accessible avenues to contribute to Southwest Florida's community, become stewards of our environment, and generate positive change.
Our programs are designed to cultivate professional skills, environmental stewardship, and a strong sense of community, driving positive change and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
1. Sustainable Initiatives
2. Community Impact
3. Career Development through Service Learning
We partner with local organizations and early learning centers to help their gardens thrive or start one from scratch. The priority is for kids to learn to grow and harvest their own food because kids that grow fruits and veggies, eat them!
Ages 4 +
We host one beach cleanup per month with the help of community volunteers. After Hurricane Ian we have witnessed a tremendous increase in coastal debris. The average amount of debris collected per cleanup is around 100+ pounds.
Ages 4 +
To raise awareness about coastal pollution and the importance of protecting marine ecosystems we've partnered with Florida Gulf Coast University to create art sculptures from the debris we've collected to inspire a more sustainable community.
Ages 15 +
Our coastline vegetation is the first line of defense during an extreme weather event. Replanting these plants help us become more climate resilient.
Ages 15 +
Our coalition of caring volunteers provides the vision, inspiration, resources, and strategies needed to make an environmental difference. Including cleanups, gardening, and teaching opportunities.
Ages 4 +
Our wellness initiative is designed to enhance mental and physical health, our activities foster community engagement and environmental stewardship through beach yoga, forest bathing, and intentional walks and meditation at our gardens.
Our early learning enrichment program provides an hands-on experience that lays the foundation for lifetime learning. Fueling discovery and expanding the understanding of environmental science in children.
Ages 4-5
Nourish SWFL increases fresh food access and tracks health outcomes for low-income residents in Collier County by offering free produce for vulnerable participants, supported by data-driven strategies and community partnerships.
Our Sustainable Energy Initiative is expanding EV charging infrastructure across Southwest Florida to support the growing shift to electric vehicles.Together, we’re creating a cleaner, more resilient energy future for our communities.
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Please contact John Harold at info@thehealthyearth.org
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