GrowNYC
Chantel Kemp is an experienced professional in urban agriculture and community engagement, currently serving as the Gardens at NYCHA Manager for GrowNYC since March 2020. In this role, Chantel oversees six NYCHA gardens, coordinates educational workshops, and manages partnerships with community organizations and city agencies. Previously, as a Garden Coordinator, Chantel developed community-based gardening initiatives and curricula focused on food justice for NYC Public Schools. As the CEO and Founder of The Blac Kitchen LLC, Chantel specializes in catering healthy vegan and vegetarian options. Additional experience includes positions at Red Hook Initiative, Harvest Homes, ISABAHLIA Ladies of Elegance Foundation, and Green City Force, where Chantel facilitated farming programs and community education on healthy eating. Chantel holds a Foundational Program degree in Urban Farming from Farm School NYC and a high school diploma in Hospitality and Tourism.
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GrowNYC is a hands-on non-profit with a mission to empower all New Yorkers with equitable access to fresh, locally grown food and neighborhood green spaces, reduce waste, and care for the environment. GrowNYC was originally created in 1970 as the Council on the Environment of New York City (CENYC). Born out of the spirit of the first Earth Day, CENYC was initially a policy-based organization, writing comprehensive reports about quality of life issues like air quality, traffic, and noise. Today, we serve over 3 million New Yorkers annually through a robust network of sustainability programs and resources. Our programs focus our efforts on four key areas: Food Access & Agriculture, Green Spaces, Zero Waste and Education. Since 1970, GrowNYC has been rolling up its sleeves alongside NYC residents to: - Provide access to healthy, fresh, local food for all New Yorkers -Grow and maintain vibrant green spaces and community gardens. -Help New Yorkers recycle more and reduce waste. -Create the next generation of environmental leaders through hands-on education programs.