Katie Stagliano

At 9, Katie planted a cabbage seedling for a school project. That small seed would start a movement to feed thousands.

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Katie’s cabbage grew to 40 pounds and fed 275 people at a local soup kitchen. This sparked an idea that changed everything.

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Inspired by her cabbage, Katie wondered: "What if more kids grew gardens to feed the hungry?" And so Katie’s Krops began.

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Katie started her own garden and donated the food to those in need. Soon, she wanted kids across the U.S. to join in.

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Today, Katie’s Krops has over 100 youth-run gardens across the U.S., all dedicated to fighting hunger.

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Katie faced hurdles like failed crops and learning to run a nonprofit, but her determination kept her going.

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Katie’s Krops has provided over 50,000 meals, helping countless families with fresh, healthy food grown by kids.

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Katie’s work has been recognized worldwide. She’s received major awards and continues to inspire change through gardening.

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Katie’s story shows how one person can make a big difference. She inspires kids everywhere to grow gardens and fight hunger.

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Katie’s dream is to have a Katie’s Krops garden in every state, continuing to feed and inspire communities.

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