GRuB empowers veterans to continue serving their community as partners, builders & farmers in our GRuB Garden Project and Veteran Programming. Through our Veteran Programming, we seek to create a non-confrontational environment where veterans work shoulder to shoulder immersed in the healing nature of the outdoors, agriculture, and dirt work.

Each spring, GRuB partners with veterans, individuals, families, and organizations to build backyard vegetable gardens. We work throughout Thurston County, and into Mason, Pierce, and other counties, to provide the public with access to the knowledge and resources needed to grow fresh, healthy, and culturally appropriate foods. The GGP offers gardens, vegetable seeds, plant starts, cover crop mix, and our extensive gardening workshop series, and encourages connections within the greater gardening community.

‍GRuB’s Growing Home Collective uplifts the leadership and voices of Black people, many of whom are still experiencing the impacts of the legacy of American oppression and slavery. Our goal is to amplify sacred space for black people to rest, relax, and build resilient community together.

Supporting Innovation in Education: GRuB’s powerful youth & community development programs have directly benefitted folks in Thurston County for years. Now, we  provide coaching & training, what we call “pollination", to support communities that wish to develop their own GRuB-like programs.

Join the GRuB hive! Our good work starts with community members like you! We welcome volunteer support from individuals, service clubs & business-sponsored service days. There are lots of ways to contribute to GRuB’s mission as a volunteer, from one-time drop-in work on the farm to ongoing capacity-building projects like data entry or landscaping support. Come discover how your gifts of time & talent can help GRuB continue to grow!