Tsu Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

Urban Harvest is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX, dedicated to enriching the community through community garden programming, farmers markets, gardening classes, and youth education. Since its founding in 1994, Urban Harvest has transformed the perception of organic food production in Houston, demonstrating that sustainable fruits and vegetables can thrive in the city's unique climate. Through programs like Farmers Markets, Youth Education, and Community Gardens, Urban Harvest empowers Houstonians to access fresh, locally grown food while promoting food security and equality. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Urban Harvest is actively working to address food insecurity and inequality by applying a racial equity lens to its initiatives and fostering collaborations with community partners.Generated from the website