2026 Annual Meeting

“Growing Community,
Garden by Garden”

A Gathering of Our Green Guerillas Community

Since 1973, Green Guerillas has supported community gardens across New York City as places where people grow food, build relationships, and create positive, lasting change.

What began as a grassroots effort to reclaim vacant lots has grown into a citywide movement rooted in environmental justice, community leadership, and equitable access to green space.

Our 2026 Annual Meeting brings together gardeners, youth leaders, partners, and supporters to celebrate this collective work and reflect on the impact of the past year.

This gathering is a space to share updates across our programs, recognize the dedication of our community, and strengthen the connections that sustain neighborhood gardens across the city.

Together, we’ll explore how community-led green spaces continue to serve as powerful hubs for learning, organizing, and civic engagement.

As we look ahead, we invite participants to join us in imagining what’s next and how we can continue growing stronger—garden by garden.

Event Details

DATE:

March 28, 2026, Saturday

TIME:

1:30 PM to 5:00 PM

The People’s Forum

320 W 37th St.

New York, NY 10018

PLACE:

Event Program

Welcome & Community Gathering

Guests are invited to mingle, connect with fellow gardeners, and enjoy light refreshments before the program begins.

Opening Address

Remarks from Green Guerillas leaders and community representatives reflecting on the past year and the power of community gardens across New York City.

Panel Discussion: Community Gardens & 501(c)(3) Transition

A conversation with community gardeners exploring the opportunities and challenges of transitioning a community garden into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Panelists will share their experiences navigating incorporation, including the benefits, responsibilities, and lessons learned along the way.

Fireside Chat

An intimate conversation reflecting on the role of community gardens in strengthening neighborhoods, building leadership, and supporting environmental justice across the city.

Documentary Screening

Guests will move to the theater and classroom for a short documentary created by a youth filmmaker highlighting the voices and impact of community gardens across New York City.

Community Raffle & Closing

We’ll close the evening with a community raffle and final remarks.
Before leaving, guests are invited to:
- Join our mailing list
- Complete our Community Needs Assessment
- Sign on to the Open Letter to Mamdani