Growing sustainable communities since 2001

We Value Justice.

We believe current systems that operate in our community benefit dominant groups and oppress others. We strive to work with, within, and against these systems to create a world where we are all strengthened by our community. We believe it is important to continually examine personal and professional power and privilege. We bring this awareness into our work and our decision-making. We encourage others to join us.

We Value Community.

We believe our community is stronger when all voices are represented. We strive to create space, listen to, and advocate for the many diverse perspectives in our community. Our goal is to cultivate participatory, community-based solutions that are both immediately impactful and are part of lasting systems of change. We work to make our programs accessible and we welcome all people. 

We Value Equity.

We believe our community is stronger and healthier when everyone has the resources they need to reach their full potential. These resources look different for different people. We strive to leverage our own organizational power and resources to meet those varied needs. We work to undo systems that marginalize, oppress, and exploit people, creatures, and the natural world. 

We Value Digging In.

We believe there are challenges in our community that are also reflected in ourselves. We believe that creative solutions are possible. We strive to dig in, both metaphorically and literally, to get our hands dirty, as we build a better future together. We recognize that community growth requires self-awareness, difficult conversations, and love of self and others; we welcome and value these opportunities.