Chantel Kemp

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.