Community Support

Growing Together: How We Support Your Communities

At Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply, we believe that gardening is more than growing plants; it’s about cultivating strong, resilient communities. That’s why we’re committed to giving back through partnerships, donations, and hands-on support for local schools, nonprofits, community gardens, farmers, and more. From preserving heirloom fruit trees with the Felix Gillet Institute to donating soil and seeds to school gardens, we choose to champion those doing the work to nourish communities across the country. Whether it's mentoring the next generation of farmers, supporting native pollinators, or promoting food security, our community programs reflect our core mission: to make our world a healthier, more vibrant place, one garden at a time.

Partnering to Preserve a Living Legacy

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply is proud to support the work of the Felix Gillet Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to locating, preserving, and propagating rare heirloom plants from the Gold Rush era. Their work has uncovered a living library of historic trees and plants that once formed the foundation of West Coast agriculture and are now nearly lost to time.

In the first year of our partnership, we’ve donated over $9,000 to the Institute. A percentage of each heritage tree we sell continues to fund their mission of preserving centuries-old genetics through grafting and propagation. Beyond trees, their discoveries include roses, lilacs, and other rare ornamentals. 

See our Felix Gillet Institute tree collection to help continue this legacy in your own backyard.

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School Gardens

At Peaceful Valley, we believe in nurturing the next generation through hands-on experiences in the garden. We've supported local schools like Clear Creek, Deer Creek Elementary, and others by donating bulk soil to help their gardens flourish. These spaces are more than just planting beds, they’re vibrant outdoor classrooms where students grow, learn, and connect with the land.

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Community Gardens

Supporting community garden projects is a meaningful way we contribute to food security and neighborhood resilience. Crossroads Community Garden, for example, bolsters their weekly food distribution with fresh, homegrown produce. We’ve also donated seeds to Outfielders Community Garden, a grassroots effort based at the Sierra Vista Community Center in Colfax. Their mission empowers families to grow their own food, deepen their connection to the earth, and build lasting self-sufficiency.

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Master Gardeners

The Nevada County Master Gardeners provide invaluable education and support to our community, and we’re grateful to partner with them. From supplying bulk seeds to help restock the Madelyn Helling Library’s Seed Library, to welcoming them at our events, we recognize and value the impact of their work. Through education and outreach, they help neighbors grow food, share gardening wisdom, and foster a more sustainable future.

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Environmental Preservation

We are deeply committed to local environmental stewardship and proudly collaborate with the Bear Yuba Land Trust to maintain area trails and preserve open spaces. Through our partnership, Peaceful Valley has adopted the Narrow Gauge Trail, a historic hiking path in the Sierra Foothills. 

In addition to the maintenance of this trail, Peaceful Valley continues to contribute to environmental efforts of organizations like the Nevada County Monarchs and Milkweed Group and the Nevada County Beekeepers Association through seed donations and collaboration on educational experiences at our local events.

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Future Farmers

We’re excited to sponsor Bear River’s Future Farmers of America program, which helps cultivate tomorrow’s agricultural leaders. These hardworking students gain hands-on experience in farming, sustainability, and leadership, and we’re thrilled to support their journey as they grow in skill and confidence.

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Sierra Harvest

Our collaboration with Sierra Harvest reflects our shared vision for a sustainable and food-secure community. Their work spans from school garden programs that inspire Nevada County’s children to Ag Skills training for new and aspiring farmers. Sierra Harvest meets people where they are, nurturing growth in gardens, kitchens, and communities across the region.

KVMR Garden Forum Radio

KVMR Garden Forum

We’re the proud sponsors of KVMR radio’s recurring Garden Forum show, a trusted source of seasonal gardening advice tailored to Nevada County. The program brings together local farmers, gardeners, and visionaries to share stories, tips, and timely wisdom that help keep our community thriving—one broadcast at a time.

Organizations You Help Support

When you shop with us, you’re part of something bigger. Your purchases help fund and strengthen hundreds of organizations nationwide—supporting students, non-profits, and community groups dedicated to health, wellness, and environmental stewardship. Each year we partner with hundreds of groups advancing food systems education and working to ensure equitable access to fresh, healthy food for all. Together, we’re investing in resilient communities and a future where nutritious, sustainably grown food is within everyone’s reach. Thanks for your support to help our communities grow organic for life!

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