Growing Peace

An inspiring trip turned award-winning documentary ignites a movement for social justice. #nonprofit

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

The hydroponics system at Queensboro Correctional Facility is growing strong!🌱Installed late last year, these towers will produce 1,000+ pounds of fresh food annually, benefiting 200 inmates and staff. A step toward sustainability and opportunity. #GrowingPeace #Hydroponics

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Another successful hydroponics installation at the Queensboro Correctional Facility. These towers will produce over 1,000 pounds of fresh, nutritious produce each year, nourishing 200 inmates and staff. We're growing more than just food — we're cultivating hope and sustainability

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Honored and humbled to be named one of Hormel Foods’ 10 Under 20 Food Heroes for 2024! This award isn’t just mine—it’s a reflection of all the incredible support and encouragement from family, friends, mentors, and my community. Thank you for believing in Growing Peace’s vision.

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Thrilled to announce the successful installation of five cutting-edge hydroponics towers at Youth Opportunity Hub @CommonpointQueens with @UJAfedNY and Green Food Solutions.

Each tower is set to produce an impressive 5-10 pounds of nutritious, organic produce every month.

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Thank you Superintendent Carrington-Allen for visiting us at Edgecombe yesterday for our first big harvest of all star lettuce, arugula, cilantro, and broccoli rabe.
Excited to install my next hydroponics garden at Queensboro!

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

First harvest success! The hydroponics garden at Edgecombe Correctional Facility has yielded its first all-star lettuce and arugula. This harvest symbolizes hope, hard work, and a step toward a brighter future. Thank you to @TopekaKSam @NYSDOCCS @thelohm

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Harvesting hope and progress at Edgecombe Correctional Facility located in Harlem, New York! The hydroponic garden is thriving, boasting lush all-star lettuce and arugula. Stay tuned for looks at our first harvest blossoming soon! 🌿🌟

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Planting seeds of change at Edgecombe Correctional Facility 🌱The installation is complete, starting with a vibrant mix of all-star lettuce and arugula. Huge gratitude to Superintendent Miller for his forward-thinking vision, paving the way for a community-centered approach 🌿🌟

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Thrilled to announce the launch of our hydroponics installation at Edgecombe Correctional Facility! It's the first of its kind within a NY State minimum security facility. Together, we're cultivating a brighter future. Big thanks to @TopekaKSam @thelohm and Green Food Solutions

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Something groundbreaking is sprouting up in Harlem, NY! Thrilled to announce the upcoming installation of a cutting-edge hydroponics garden at a minimum security facility. This project, the first of its kind, promises to transform lives and foster growth in the community.

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Incredibly humbled and grateful to have been recognized with the 2023 CNN Heroes Young Wonders Award.
Thank you to @CNNHeroes and everyone who has been a part of this journey.

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Thrilled to announce multiple harvests at MMCC.  Yesterday saw 8-9 pounds of incredibly fresh and vibrant produce for the food pantry from the the hydroponic garden at the @MMCCenter Community Center, Inc. in the Bronx! 🌱🌿 A special thanks to Green Food Solutions

[Sindyanna of Galilee @SindyannaG]

@ABCNewsLive We're thrilled to be part of Steven Hoffen's project @GrowingPeaceInc. Learn more about Sindyanna Fair Trade and how Arab and Jewish women are coming together to build a new society - visit our website: https://t.co/GFcRPqWSOv #FairTrade #BuildingTogether #SindyannaofGalilee

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

It was a pleasure to speak with @ABCNewsLive about Growing Peace and the amazing people and partners who continue to be an inspiration to keep these efforts going!

A very special thank you to @BarronPrize prize for helping to spotlight Growing Peace.

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Grateful for this honor and award that will help fuel Growing Peace’s mission — a huge thanks to @RonLeeReporting @ActionForNature @DillerAwards 🌱

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

It was an honor to join 14 other incredible awardees at the 2023 @DillerAwards celebration in San Francisco. Immense gratitude to the Diller Teen Awards for their recognition and unwavering support towards youth-driven projects that inspire positive change.
#DillerTikkunOlam23

[Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards @DillerAwards]

This week, we gathered in San Francisco to celebrate the 15 extraordinary 2023 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awardees.⁠ Mazel tov to these incredible leaders – we can’t wait to see what you do next! #DillerTikkunOlam23

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

The hydroponic garden in Tel-Aviv was truly a sight to behold, with rows upon rows of vibrant leafy greens and vegetables flourishing without soil! 🌱💧Empowering communities through access to fresh, nutritious food is truly inspiring. 🙏🏼💚

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

Installing more hydroponics systems to further expand our mission to provide fresh produce and valuable hydroponics education to communities in need. Thank you @CBSNewYork for your incredible support in helping spread the message of Growing Peace Inc. and thank you @DillerAwards

[Growing Peace @GrowingPeaceInc]

A special thanks to the @dillerteenawards for giving $36,000 to Growing Peace Inc. to bring more hydroponic gardening to communities in need. 💚🥬

[Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards @DillerAwards]

NYC teens Sydney Hankin, Steven Hoffen receive Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards for work creating food secure communities https://t.co/0CYwV7XZJQ via @CBSNewYork