At Petersburg Is Growing, our mission is to cultivate a future where equity and sustainability thrive within our community's food system. We are dedicated to educating, empowering, and encouraging environmental stewardship, mindfulness, youth leadership, urban agriculture, nutrition education, workforce development, and financial literacy.
We envision a Petersburg where every individual, regardless of their background, has access to fresh, nutritious, and culturally diverse food, contributing to their overall well-being. We believe in the power of education to create positive change, and we strive to inform our community about the benefits of sustainable farming practices, responsible resource management, and the importance of food justice.
Through our commitment to empowering the youth, we aim to shape the leaders of tomorrow, instilling in them a sense of responsibility for our environment and the well-being of our community. By promoting urban agriculture, we seek to transform vacant spaces into thriving gardens and green spaces, promoting healthier eating habits and a deeper connection to the Earth.
Our nutrition education programs are designed to foster healthier food choices and habits, ensuring that our community members have the knowledge and skills to lead healthier lives. We believe in the power of workforce development and financial literacy to break the cycle of poverty, allowing individuals to secure a brighter future for themselves and their families.

Petersburg Is Growing is driven by a vision of a community that is not only self-sustaining but also harmonious with the environment. We pledge to work tirelessly, hand in hand with our community, to create a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, while respecting and preserving the world we share. Together, we are cultivating a more equitable and sustainable Petersburg, one step at a time.