Sowing Seeds of Change Urban Farm

08/09/2026

These Fig Beatles are ruthless!
They have been devouring our figs, Asian pears, and pretty much anything fruit thats ripe right now.

08/07/2026

We are incredibly honored and grateful to have been recognized at Long Beach’s Disability Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony a little over a month ago. 💙🌱

A heartfelt thank you to Councilwoman Mary Zendejas for hosting such a meaningful celebration of inclusion and Disability Pride. We are also deeply thankful to Supervisor Janice Hahn, U.S. Congressman Robert Garcia, State Senator Lena Gonzalez, and Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal for recognizing Sowing Seeds of Change with six awards and recognitions in support of our mission.

Your encouragement and recognition reaffirm the importance of creating opportunities where individuals of all abilities can learn, grow, and thrive. We are truly honored to have our work acknowledged by leaders who continue to champion accessibility, equity, and inclusion throughout our communities.

To everyone who has supported Sowing Seeds of Change—our participants, families, volunteers, donors, and community partners—these recognitions belong to you just as much as they belong to us. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us continue to make a lasting impact.

Here’s to continuing to grow, serve, and sow seeds of change together. 💚🌿

08/06/2026

🌱 Day 3 of Cultivating Young Chefs! 🌱

Today was another incredible day of getting our hands dirty and growing our knowledge! Our young chefs stepped into the role of gardeners as they learned how to properly install plants, test soil to better understand what helps crops thrive, remove weeds that compete with healthy plants, and identify the difference between healthy and unhealthy fruits and vegetables. 🍅🥬🌼

These lessons go far beyond the garden—they’re teaching responsibility, patience, teamwork, and the importance of caring for the food we grow. Every seed planted and every new skill learned brings our participants one step closer to becoming confident young leaders in the kitchen and the garden.

We’re so proud of how much our young chefs have learned in just three days. Their curiosity, hard work, and willingness to try new things continue to inspire us, and we can’t wait to share more of their journey with you. Stay tuned for more farm adventures! 🌿💚

08/05/2026

07/26/2026

Happy Disability Pride Month! 🌈🌱

Today, July 26, we celebrate the 36th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a landmark civil rights law that was signed into law in 1990. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and helps ensure equal opportunities in employment, education, transportation, public spaces, and community life. Its purpose is to create a more accessible, inclusive, and equitable world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

At Sowing Seeds of Change, we are honored to serve as ADA Ambassadors, working every day to foster an environment where individuals of all abilities feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. Through gardening, culinary education, vocational training, and hands-on learning, we strive to create opportunities that build confidence, independence, and meaningful community connections.

Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals with disabilities who inspire us through their resilience, creativity, and determination. Thank you for trusting us to be part of your journey, for growing alongside us, and for reminding us that every person has unique gifts to share.

To our participants, families, volunteers, donors, and community partners—thank you for helping us cultivate a future where accessibility and inclusion continue to grow. Together, we’re planting the seeds for a stronger, more inclusive tomorrow. 🌱💚

07/20/2026

⏰ Only 9 days left to register for Session 2 of our Cultivating Young Chefs Summer Program! 🌱👩‍🍳

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend your summer? Join us for an interactive program where you’ll learn hands-on cooking skills, discover urban farming techniques, meet surprise guest chefs, and build confidence in the kitchen while making memories that last a lifetime.

✨ Program Benefits:
🥗 Free catered lunches from local chefs
🍳 Free cooking kit
📜 Free Food Handler’s Certificate
💵 $100 stipend upon program completion
🧑‍🍳 SSC Apron
🌱 Fun memories made for life!

📅 Session 2: August 3rd–21st
🕘 Monday–Thursday | 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
📍 750 E. Via Carmelitos, Long Beach, CA 90805

There’s only 9 days left to register, so don’t miss your chance to cook, learn, grow, and connect with fellow young chefs this summer!

🔗 Register today using the link in our bio!

07/19/2026

🌱 We’re looking for 2 amazing volunteers to represent Sowing Seeds of Change at Cabrillo’s 2026 Summer Festival!

Looking for a fun way to give back to your community? Join us for an afternoon of connecting with community members, sharing SSC’s mission, and helping us spread awareness about the work we’re doing to create opportunities through agriculture, culinary education, and community wellness.

🗓 Thursday, August 13, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Century Villages at Cabrillo – Grand Lawn & Social Hall Courtyard

No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and a passion for making a difference! 💚

✨ Only 2 volunteer spots are available, so be sure to claim yours soon! Send us a DM or email [email protected] to sign up.

We’d love to have you help us grow our impact, one conversation at a time. 🌿

07/18/2026

Looking for something fun to do on Fridays? Stop by Sowing Seeds of Change for our weekly Open Farm Day! 🌿 Explore the farm, learn about our programs and upcoming events, take part in hands-on activities, and shop our fresh produce boxes—all while supporting a healthier, more connected community.

🗓 Every Friday
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 750 E Via Carmelitos, Long Beach, CA 90805

🥕 Fresh produce boxes are just $15 and available first come, first served, so be sure to arrive early! You can also reserve your produce box through the Grown By app.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the farm and show you what we’re growing together. See you Friday! 🌱💚