Community Catalyst Gathering Series

Beanstalk’s Community Catalyst Gathering Series aims to empower underserved communities in Alabama. Through a series of hyperlocal gatherings and innovative community projects, we will provide training, resources, and support to community members, with a particular emphasis on BIPOC women and families.

A dynamic lineup including our ambitious 10,000 Disaster Preparedness Kits Service Project, Neighbor Dinners fostering dialogue, vibrant Community Picnics, and participatory budgeting for impactful local projects.

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During these gatherings, each community will build out the infrastructure & select leadership for their pod. Each gathering and pod will focus on a different aspect of community building and resilience, encouraging participation and collaboration among residents of all ages.

We are committed to empowering individuals and communities through comprehensive disaster relief, recovery training, agricultural support, home repair & energy retrofitting, and a green business incubator.

We enhance community support through place-making and capacity-building initiatives while actively developing and strengthening statewide resilience & workforce development centers lead by regional collaborative hub formations called pods.

Our Projects include

SEL Escape Room

An interactive escape room designed to teach social-emotional learning (SEL) skills and promote teamwork and problem-solving.

Disaster Preparedness Kits Service Project

A community-driven initiative to assemble and distribute disaster preparedness kits to families in need.

Household Energy-Saving Playground Stations

Interactive stations set up in community spaces to educate families on home energy efficiency and simple ways to save energy.

Neighbor Dinners/Porch Sits

Informal gatherings to foster community connections, promote dialogue, and provide a support network for neighbors

Community Picnic and Art Installation

A large-scale community event featuring a picnic and collaborative art projects that reflect community values and aspirations

Community Project Participatory Budgeting

A democratic process allowing community members to decide how to allocate part of the project budget to local initiatives.

Education, Access, Diversity, and Inclusion Objectives

Provide comprehensive training and support on disaster preparedness, food resilience, and energy efficiency.

Promote diversity and inclusion through culturally competent programs tailored to the specific needs of BIPOC women and families.

 

Upcoming programs

Disaster Preparedness & Recovery Training Program

Hands-on training equipping communities with essential skills to handle disasters, thereby enhancing community resilience.

Food Resilience Program

Training in sustainable food practices to ensure food security and community sustainability.

Home Energy Efficiency Program

Practical tips to reduce costs and environmental footprint, featuring our engaging Household Energy-Saving Playground Stations.

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)/Wellness & Prevention Program

Activities that support mental and physical well-being, like our innovative SEL Escape Room experience.

Healing Support Program

Training in sustainable food practices to ensure food security and community sustainability.

Green Business Incubator Program

Support for starting and growing eco-friendly businesses, including financial literacy and entrepreneurship training.

Join Us in the Fight for Environmental Justice!

Your time and skills can make a huge difference. Together, we can create lasting change and build a brighter, more equitable future for all. Sign up to volunteer with Beanstalk and be a part of something meaningful.

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