Welcome!

At The Garden Nonprofit Organization’s, wellbeing is at the forefront of what we’re working together towards. Our programs and activities are designed to be a catalyst that helps community members reach their goals and fulfill their potential. Learn more about the positive impact we have and join us in bringing about positive change.

Our Program

Seeds of Support

Our commitment to the community is demonstrated through our initiatives such as back-to-school drives, food drives, and toy drives.
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Butterfly Wings

Our mission is to assist young individuals by providing volunteer opportunities, mentorship, and helping them acquire essential life skills.
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Harmony Haven

We aim to raise awareness about mental health, suicide prevention anti-bullying, and other related issues to encourage a strong community movement.
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Roots of Wellness

Our dedication lies in offering training sessions to parents and educators to improve their comprehension of mental health and how to effectively address it.
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Mission

Our mission is to nurture brighter futures by providing essential resources and comprehensive mental health support for children, youth and families.

The Garden Nonprofit is dedicated to cultivating communities where individuals can grow, heal, and thrive.

Vision

Our vision is a flourishing community where compassion thrives, mental wellness is prioritized, and every individual feels valued and supported.

Through education, awareness and unity, we aim to foster a sage and nurturing environment that empowers individuals to overcome challenges, embrace strengths, and cultivate a culture of kindness and resilience.

Discover the Joy of Mindfulness with our
'Mindfulness in the Garden'

But our coloring book is more than just a fun activity for your child. With every purchase of Mindfulness in The Garden, you are directly supporting The Garden’s mission to serve at-risk children and youth in the community. Your purchase helps provide vital resources and opportunities for the next generation, empowering them to grow and thrive in a sustainable, healthy environment.

So why wait? Order your copy of Mindfulness in The Garden today and give your child the gift of mindfulness and creativity while supporting an important cause. Join us in growing a brighter future for at-risk children and youth in our community.

Past Events

Looking Back, Every event we organize is unique in its own way, and we’re happy to share some of the highlights from past events. Take a look at the gallery to get a better idea of what you can expect at our upcoming event. If you haven’t already, visit our volunteer page to learn about our volunteer program. We hope you can join us in supporting future causes.

#KnowYourWorth

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. The Garden along with several speakers promoted awareness to young women, and adolescents.

2nd Annual Backpack Drive

This year we partnered with CheterraLynn. With the help of donations and support we served 100+ children with supplies and backpacks, clothing, etc.

2nd Annual Suicide Awareness & Prevention Webinar

This year we teamed up with Food & Gratitude, Above The Stigma, and American Foundation of Suicide Prevention.

1st Annual BackPack Drive

With the help of donations supported 100+ children with supplies and backpacks.

Suicide Awareness and Prevention Symposium

This year we partnered with CheterraLynn. With the help of donations and support we served 100+ children with supplies and backpacks, clothing, etc.

#StompOutBullying

The Garden's Safe Haven Presented the opportunity for the community to share their artwork, poems, and stories to promote bullying prevention awareness.

Harvest Drive

The Garden's Giving Program hosted it's frist Harvest Drive to raise food for families in need.

Here is what are volunteers, supporters, and recipients
to our service have to say....

Passionate About Helping Others

Ta’Quonna Lampkins aka “The Garden Keeper” is known for her selfless ability of putting others first. Ta’Quonna strongly believes that “we were all created and put on this earth for a greater purpose and mission to be of service to others.”-Ta’Quonna

Ta’Quonna obtained her Bachelor’s of Science in Human Services at California State University of Fullerton and her Master’s in Social Work at California State University Long Beach.

Ta’Quonna’s passion is being a servant to children, youth and families. She has always valued meaningful relationships, standing up for what is right, and leaving long lasting, positive impressions in children and youth.

Ta’Quonna’s dream of The Garden Nonprofit Organization was to provide a safe haven for youth to learn, grow, feel empowered, to heal, and to fulfill their greatest potential in spite of their adversaries

Following the footsteps of her late grandfather Pastor Lee H. Turner; Ta’Quonna wants to leave not just a legacy but an impression on others who may feel connected to her dreams, her goals, and her vision.

Toy Drive 2021

The founder's favorite holiday is Christmas. At 8 months pregnant she was determined to make sure the youth at Crittenton had their Christmas stockings.

#StompOutBullying

Our youth utilize their creative skills through art to promote bullying prevention month.

Contest Winner

To promote awareness for bullying prevention month we host an art/poetry contest. This youth was one of our winners in 2020.

Healthy Relationships

Our Volunteer created a piece to promote healthy boundaries for our Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.

#StompOutBullying

Our little supporters promote being kind to others.

#StompOutBullying

The youth we serve all have a voice and we allow them to express themselves to promote awareness to prevent bullying

Contest Winner

Another youth who placed in our bullying prevention contest in 2020.

#MentalHealthAwareness

We love creating opportunity for our youth to express themselves.

#StompOutBullying

Even our youngest kiddos know how to promote kindness.

Our youth volunteers for 2022 share their creativity

To promote awareness for Autism Awareness Month, a volunteer created this piece to promote the complexity, diversity and hope with individuals with autism.

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