Testimonials

“Like many organizations seeking social and environmental justice, Development in Gardening (DIG) began with a vision of what the world could be. From our gardens, we saw abundance, a world in which vulnerable bodies, communities and environments could be healed and sustained. But, visions and dreams are nothing if not nurtured. PRW came alongside DIG early in our evolution, and we are so grateful they did. Not only did they provide critical financial investment but they also provided expertise, networks, and mentorship that incubated our vision and carried it forward in ways we could not have done alone. They challenged and helped refine our model, they made introductions to new partners and thought leaders, they created a safe space for us to grow.  More than anything they stuck with us over the years, throughout a variety of growing pains and evolving leadership. They understand that ideas aren’t born perfect but must be shaped and encouraged, adjusted and adapted and we are deeply grateful for their continued partnership as we move closer to realizing this vision for the world we share.”

Sarah Koch, Executive Director, Development in Gardening

“Project Redwood has been a critical partner of ours throughout the years. The support that their team has provided us is unparalleled and transcends beyond just a funding partner to a multi-dimensional investor, mentor, and ally.

They have provided critical multi-year funding for our programs which has helped us to scale our model and increase our impact. In addition to their investment, each grantee is matched with a mentor, and our mentor Jorge Fernandez, has provided us with invaluable ideas and advice to help us approach our work from a different angle. This mentorship has turned into a close friendship and also led several members of the PRW team to travel down to Nicaragua to see the investment in impact that they have made first-hand. We have found that their due diligence application process was surprisingly helpful in understanding different ways to report the impact that we are generating. Very early in the pandemic, the PRW team realized our organization’s fund gap and quickly stepped in to provide unrestricted funding to support our program in a time of need. We are fortunate to be a part of the Project Redwood family and have them as a close partner of ours.”

Wes Meier, CEO, Cova, formerly Emerging Opportunities for Sustainability (EOS)

In 2012, after several years of supporting PRW by simply writing an annual check, I finally had the time and felt the need to increase my level of engagement. Sponsorship continues to be one of my most rewarding endeavors by providing intellectual challenge, regular interaction with classmates, and real programmatic impact. Overall it’s been incredibly gratifying.

Ken Inadomi