Mitchell Giving Gardens is where fresh food and community grow side by side.
Mitchell Giving Gardens is a community-driven nonprofit based in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.
We envision a strong local food system that provides plenty for everyone.
Mitchell Giving Gardens cultivates community around food through shared resources and bountiful places.
Our Work
Mitchell Giving Gardens works to increase food security in Mitchell County by building the capacity of groups and individuals to grow their own food. We operate a productive demonstration garden, host no cost fresh food markets, and provide educational opportunities and resources related to gardening.
Lbs Food Grown
Lbs Food Distributed
61
Garden Beds Established
“We are so appreciative of this program. We started gardening again after years, and it has helped our family reconnect to the earth and our food.”
— HOME GARDEN PROGRAM PARTICIPANT
“Walking through the garden has saved me this last year. With all the destruction of Hurricane Helene, visiting MGG has been a saving grace.”
— COMMUNITY MEMBER
“Having access to fresh food in this hard hit area with so few options for access is life and health changing. I'm ever grateful for Mitchell Giving Gardens and others who take food security seriously. Thank YOU!”
— HARVEST TABLE PARTICIPANT
Join Us!
Everyone has a place in the garden.
Join us for a volunteer day, sponsor a bed, or spend time with us in the garden.