Annual Appeal- Support School Garden Education

Donations to Beazer’s Garden Urban Environmental Education Services (BGUEE) support our mission to promote interdisciplinary lifelong learning and appreciation about our connection to plants.

We hope you will continue to support us as we pursue our mission through ongoing programs to meaningfully engage future generations. Please consider making a donation so we can continue to support NYC schools, to offer scholarships for students to attend our afterschool programs, to provide gainful employment to eco educators, and to provide volunteer and stewardship opportunities for future generations.

Your tax-deductible contribution will advance the efforts of BGUEE to re-connect
people with the science and magic of plants

Donations

All donations, large and small, are greatly appreciated. Donations of $100 will receive a thank you card. Donations of $250 or more will receive an item of choice from our Eco Merch. Donations of $500 or more will receive a deluxe BGUEE Merch Giftset

BGUEE’s impact over the past year:

Each year, our creative and professional eco educators connect people of all ages and walks of life with ideas around urban gardening, farming, nutrition, sustainability, stewardship and the endless discoveries that surround us in nature.

We have much to celebrate and be thankful for!

We provided a supportive work environment and employed 8 educators across youth and adult programs.
We provided STEAM based eco-content to over 1800 participants across NYC.
Raised $15,000 in grants to support our goals.
BGUEE was able to give 20 scholarships this year to attend our afterschool programs.
Our Board hosted staff appreciation and development days to show our commitment to talented educators in the field.

Maria-Mercedes Hubbard (Director, Secretary)

BA, Sociology and Community Organizing

Experience: In her 15-year career, Maria has served as a Direct Support Professional, Frontline Supervisor, and Employment Coordinator for AHRC NYC, the largest non-profit agency providing individualized support and meaningful programming for people with disabilities and their families. Maria provides several staff training throughout the agency, keeping both new and veteran staff informed of developments in the field of disability studies. At AHRC NYC Maria honed her skills in individualized planning, advocacy, and community engagement. Her dedication and innovative ideas are an asset to the organization. In early 2023, she accepted a leadership role within the organization as Director of Programming for the Queens region. Maria’s leadership style is characterized by her compassionate approach, collaborative spirit, and contagious enthusiasm. She believes in the power of partnerships and has successfully forged relationships with local business, governmental and education institutions, and community-based organizations to create a more accessible and inclusive environment for her clients.

Jenna Chrisman (Director)

BS, Journalism & Media; MS, Internet Business

Experience: With a career spanning over 25 years, Jenna Chrisman is an accomplished executive who has contributed to the success of organizations in various industries. During her subsequent roles at QualityHealth as Senior Vice President of Creative Marketing Strategies and as Chief Brand Officer for Edison Properties, Jenna spearheaded transformative marketing campaigns that transcended conventional norms, connecting products and services to people’s emotional needs. With a proven track record of transformational leadership, Jenna ventured into the pharmaceutical sector, where she currently leads Global Communications for Health Care Compliance, Policy & Training at Johnson & Johnson. Leveraging her expertise in brand strategy and communication, she plays a pivotal role in unifying the Health Care Compliance function within the J&J Enterprise globally to create awareness and understanding of critical compliance topics and nurture a Culture of Compliance across the organization. Her efforts improve the company’s reputation and strengthen its commitment to transparent and ethical behavior. Outside of her professional endeavors, Jenna is a teacher and mentor. As a professor of the Internet Business Master’s Program at Mercy College from 2005-2010, she mentored aspiring creative marketing professionals and continues to champion for creative professionals she has mentored over her extensive career.

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Annual Appeal- Support School Garden Education

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BGUEE’s impact over the past year:

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Beazer’s Garden Urban Environmental Education Services is a 501c3 nonprofit organization created to empower communities to care for their local environments. Donations are deductible as allowed by law.

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Beazer’s Garden Urban Environmental Education Services is a 501c3 nonprofit organization created to empower communities to care for their local environments. Donations are deductible as allowed by law.

BA, Sociology and Community Organizing

BS, Journalism & Media; MS, Internet Business