Business Details
14 Years
experience
Empowering Communities Through Organic Gardening & Nutrition Education
Founded in 2012 by Elizabeth Devlin, Agriculture For All Foundation (AFAF) Inc. is dedicated to addressing food insecurity and promoting nutritional education through organic gardening. With over 15 years of community gardening experience and a Master Gardener Certification, our founder has established programs in schools, youth organizations, and community gardens across Arkansas. We operate on the principle of teaching sustainable practices rather than providing temporary solutions, offering hands-on training in basic gardening techniques to empower individuals. Our initiatives include garden consultations, plant donations, and educational programs like Kids Good Eats/Healthy Hygiene Program and Show and Tell STEM Boxes. We maintain Gleaners Garden, a 1/4 acre teaching garden with expansion plans for year-round greenhouse operations.Through community engagement and volunteer programs, we distribute hundreds of plants and seed packets while providing practical demonstrations to ensure gardening success. Our work extends to partnerships with local schools, Boys & Girls Clubs, and churches, emphasizing intergenerational collaboration between youth and elders. We publish educational resources on soil health, composting, and organic growing methods through our quarterly newsletter and website. Our commitment to transparency is demonstrated through detailed program reporting and public event documentation. As a registered 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on donations and volunteers to sustain our mission of creating lifelong nutritional awareness.
Services
Garden consultation
Training and installation
Plant donations
Community garden assistance
Educational programs
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Founder has 15+ years of community gardening experience with Master Gardener Certification
- Established educational programs in 10+ schools and youth organizations
- Maintain Gleaners Garden teaching facility with expansion plans for year-round operations
- Distribute hundreds of plants and seed packets annually with planting instructions
- Offer hands-on demonstrations for guaranteed gardening success
Services
Garden consultation
Our experts evaluate your space for optimal garden placement, considering sunlight exposure and soil conditions. We provide customized layout recommendations and planting schedules. Clients receive ongoing support for maintaining productive organic gardens.
Community garden assistance
We help establish and maintain community gardens with project planning, layout design, and implementation guidance. Our team provides training on sustainable practices and distributes necessary planting materials. This service includes access to our educational resources and volunteer coordination.
Educational programs
Our STEM Boxes program delivers gardening education to schools with plants and planting instructions. Kids Good Eats Program combines nutrition education with practical gardening experience. All programs include hands-on demonstrations to ensure successful implementation.
Plant donations
We distribute hundreds of vegetable plants and seed packets annually to schools and community organizations. Each donation includes detailed planting and care instructions. Recipients also receive access to our gardening experts for ongoing support.
Workshops
Seasonal workshops cover organic gardening techniques, soil health management, and composting methods. Participants learn through hands-on demonstrations during planting and harvesting seasons. All workshops include educational materials and follow-up resources.
People
Elizabeth D. Devlin
Founder
Founder of AFAF Inc. since 2012 with 15+ years community gardening experience. Holds BA in organizational management and Master Gardener Certification. Developed educational programs in 10+ schools and community organizations.
Questions
What types of soil are best for gardening?
We recommend loamy soil that holds together but breaks apart when tapped. We provide soil testing guidance to determine pH levels and composition.
How often should I water my garden?
We advise one inch of water weekly during growing season with deep watering sessions. Early morning watering is recommended to prevent fungal issues.
Do you offer gardening education programs?
Yes, we provide hands-on training through Kids Good Eats Program, STEM Boxes for classrooms, and community garden workshops across Arkansas.
Can I volunteer with your organization?
Volunteer opportunities are available for garden maintenance, educational events, and community outreach programs. Check our website for current volunteer days.
What gardening resources do you provide?
We offer quarterly newsletters with growing tips, soil PH testing guidance, composting instructions, and seasonal gardening advice through our website and events.