
Growing Our Future
Mission
Empowering Youth Through Nature
Our mission is to empower the next generation by providing them with the tools and knowledge to grow, both in their gardens and in their lives. We believe that by offering free gardening kits and resources, we can instill a sense of responsibility, environmental awareness, and creativity in the youth of Bemidji. Join us in nurturing a greener future for all.

Team
Meet Our Board of Directors!
Sheena Black
Sheena - Board Chair
Lillian Kuhn
Lillian - Board Secretary
Ruth Baker
Ruth - Board Treasurer
Bridget Westrum
Bridget - Volunteer Executive Director
Bridget Founded Growing Our Future At 16 years old to get young people gardening and interested in sustainability. An avid gardener herself, Bridget loves growing Unique pepper varieties and other odd plants.
Whitney Seely
Whitney
Marci Skersick
Marci
Cherish Duerst
Cherish
Lee Narum
Lee
Mirabelle
Mirabelle
Mary Carmona
Mary