FREEING PEOPLE FROM HUNGER
Growing To Give
Growing To Give is a registered 501c3 non-profit that develops projects and partnerships to free people from hunger across the country and around the world.
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Creating an innovative international NGO from scratch—amidst a global crisis—was a challenge we embraced with determination and hope. Little did we know when Growing to Give was founded that within a few months, a world-altering pandemic would strike. But rather than stopping us, it fueled our resolve to grow stronger and feed more communities in need.
In early 2020, just months before the pandemic, Growing to Give became a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Despite the challenges that followed, we forged ahead. Our journey was far from easy. Unexpected frosts, scorching heatwaves, storage room theft, and even deer breaching our deer fence tested our resilience. Add wild windstorms and thick wildfire smoke, and it’s clear that every pound of food we grew and donated was a triumph of determination. Over time, our small but dedicated team of volunteers transformed a single acre of land into a lifeline for those in need, growing and donating more than 100,000 pounds of fresh, nutritious food to local food banks.
The pandemic exposed the fragility of food systems worldwide. Communities already struggling faced deeper hardships, while regions dependent on food imports were left with empty shelves. Across North America, food banks saw a dramatic drop in donations. Yet, these challenges reaffirmed our belief in the importance of local, sustainable food security projects.
As the world began to recover, so did Growing to Give. In December 2022, we took a leap of faith, posting a single LinkedIn volunteer opportunity for grant writers. What happened next was nothing short of extraordinary: a diverse and talented team united by a shared mission stepped forward, ready to transform our vision into reality. By mid-January, we had assembled an incredible group of fundraising strategists, operations managers, social media experts, public relations pros, and media specialists—all volunteers driven by their passion to end hunger.
At the heart of Growing to Give is a group of visionary co-founders, dedicated board members, and a brilliant advisory board. These individuals are bound by their shared belief in the power of connection, courage, and kindness to create a better world.
"Life is all about the connections we make. Each connection becomes another thread in the tapestry of humanity. When the thread is fortified with courage from oneself and kindness for one another, the world becomes a living artwork of light strands woven together into a tightly-knit community of love."
We invite you to meet the passionate people behind Growing to Give. Read their bios, feel their commitment, and join us in supporting their mission to end hunger
Together, we’re changing the world—one harvest at a time. Join us in growing a future where no one goes hungry.
Siobhan, Co-founder and Chair of Growing To Give, brings her passion for people to the team. An advocate for women in agriculture, she has a passionate view of the human condition and a deep empathy for humanity. Linkedin
John, an entrepreneur, has developed a range of food and forestry technologies that address the problems of water scarcity, climate change and food security around the world. Linkedin
Tom has over 28 years experience in product development, manufacturing, building construction and commercial management. He brings valuable experience and expertise in the supply of materials to GTG. Admin
John Warren is an experienced lawyer who has worked in numerous areas as a sole practitioner, partner, in-house counsel and pro bono lawyer. He is passionate about environmental sustainability. Linkedin
With over 25 years of experience as a lawyer, Crystal Gothard is a forward-thinking business advisor, senior counsel and intellectual property and commercial transactional lawyer with global experience. Linkedin
Racine is an experienced and compassionate advocate with a passion for promoting human rights and women's empowerment around the world. Racine is deeply committed to eradicating world hunger. Linkedin
Dr. Balaji Vasudevan is a global thought leader in agtech and sustainable food innovation. With 20 years of experience his work spans over 10 countries, advising startups, investors, and non-profits to build resilient, climate-smart food systems for the future. Linkedin
Stacey Álvarez de la Campa is a legal and educational consultant who contributes to sustainable development, climate education and human rights advocacy through her roles in various global organizations and initiatives. Linkedin
Principal Investigator, Methodologist, Philanthropist, Social Innovator, Facilitator, Inventor, Entrepreneur, Adventurer, System Integrator. Innovation isn’t a question of why, but a question of why not. Linkedin
Jan drives our Growing To Give mission in South Africa by working with more than a dozen farms and community gardens along the Garden Route. We value his skills as a consultative strategist and project leader. Linkedin
Kristen's career has spanned the food and waste landscape and has been grounded in regenerative management. Her expertise spans sustainable operations, supply chains and food systems, and the circular economy. Linkedin
Joseph is passionate about the South Pacific islands, their communities and culture. His mission is to bring together businesses, governments and people to rapidly improve food security in the South Pacific islands. Linkedin
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