The Blooming Buds Community Garden is a transformative initiative designed to support survivors of trauma, abuse, and other life challenges. This healing space allows survivors to engage in wellness activities, grow their own food, and connect with others in their community.
The garden offers fresh herbs, fruits, vegetables, and flowers to survivors, creating a nurturing environment for healing. In addition, the garden hosts wellness programs such as yoga, meditation, public speaking, and relaxation sessions. These sessions are led by graduates—survivors who have journeyed through their own healing and are now giving back to the community.
By offering survivors a space to nurture plants and themselves, we foster personal empowerment and resilience. The garden is not only a source of sustenance but a place where survivors can develop leadership skills, build confidence, and reduce stress. Volunteers, staff, and participants work together to maintain the garden, creating a strong sense of belonging and collective responsibility.
With over 300 community members, graduates, survivors, and volunteers served, the Blooming Buds Survivor Garden has become a hub of growth, healing, and hope. Through this program, survivors not only heal themselves but also inspire others by sharing their stories and stepping into leadership roles. This ripple effect of healing fosters a supportive, empathetic community where everyone can thrive.
Thank you for considering I AM VOICES INC. as a partner in advocacy, healing, and empowerment. Your support makes a tangible difference in the lives of women who are rebuilding after trauma. Join us in continuing this important work.