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about us
Greenhouse Gives, 501(c)(3) was founded by Christina Kafalas, a visionary therapist who, from a young age, navigated the challenges of being biracial and disabled. Motivated by her personal experiences of feeling disconnected while managing growing societal divisions, she established Greenhouse Gives in 2022 to promote unity, compassion, and interconnectedness in Tempe, Arizona. Drawing inspiration from the nurturing environment of a greenhouse, she aimed to create safe spaces where diverse community members could come together and grow.
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Our mission at Greenhouse Gives is to provide compassionate action and community outreach to build awareness of our interconnectedness and foster personal and collective growth. We form partnerships with local community organizations, businesses, and nonprofits to host community events and therapeutic activities that create safe spaces for diverse people to come together and join a movement towards a more inclusive and compassionate world.
Our Pillars
Hi! I'm Kinsley the "Safe Sloth" and the Greenhouse Gives mascot! I attend all events and help people to feel safe while sharing in group discussions. I advocate for kindness and love for all. I'm nonbinary, gender fluid, and open to any and all pronouns - advocating for all genders identities.
Program Offerings
Real Talk is a community discussion event series that provides the opportunity to connect with others on a deeper level by having real conversations about meaningful topics in a casual, inclusive, and open-minded setting that welcomes differing perspectives.
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Future discussion topics include:
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Finding Truth
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Living Forever
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Overcoming Prejudice
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and many more!
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Next Event July 2024
Public Displays of Kindness Activities are designed to spread positivity, create meaningful connections, and engage individuals who might not typically attend our events or workshops. These activities, designed to uplift spirits and promote positive interactions, will be offered for free at various community events, festivals, malls, and public spaces.
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Example activities may include:
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Offering free hugs to the community
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Making kindness cards to share with others
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Creating a communal poster board with positive messages
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and much more!
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Next Event May 2024
Expansion is a community outreach and advocacy event that brings awareness to different cultures and communities by bringing together a panel of people from the community to share their personal stories and experiences in a safe, inclusive space.
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Upcoming featured communities include:
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LGBTQ
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Unhoused
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People with disabilities
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and more!
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Next Event TBD
The Better Together Initiative is a series of transformative and educational workshops designed to help individuals cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves, foster empathy, and promote greater interconnectedness within the community. These workshops will be provided to schools, organizations and businesses to provide participants with the tools, skills, and insights they need to enhance their well-being and become more compassionate, aware, and socially engaged citizens.
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The Better Together Initiative workshops are still pending and will be coming soon
Upcoming Events
Better Together March
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When:
Saturday, May 18th, 2023 from 5pm-7pm
Where:
Tempe Beach Park
80 W Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, AZ 85281
What:
Join us for the Better Together March at Tempe Beach Park to celebrate unity, diversity, compassion, and interconnectedness. This donation-based event is free and open to the public, featuring a meet-and-greet, an empowering poster-making session with Greenhouse Gives, a mindful discussion on unity, and a scenic sunset march. The evening concludes with free snacks and community-building activities of games and fun at the park’s picnic area. Bring your posters, wear your messages, and be part of this empowering community walk!
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Click Link Below to Learn More and RSVP!
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PREVIOUS EVENTS
Click on the flyers below to see our Events Gallery, learn more about our past events, watch video recaps, and read about the impact the event had on participants.
Most recent EVENT recap
Real Talk: Uniting Humanity
March 23rd, 2024
Discussion Summary:
During our discussion, we explored the beauty of human diversity - our differences, privileges, and shared values. A powerful privilege walk activity vividly showed the varied challenges and advantages we face, and reminded us of everyone's inherent value irrespective of their background or privileges. We acknowledged how our primal instincts to judge can be overcome with self-awareness, compassion and a conscious effort to connect.
We discussed insights on how to cultivate unity by asking open-minded questions, seeking to understand, embracing inclusivity, and stepping out of our comfort zones to learn from diverse paths. These discussions reinforced the idea that every interaction is an opportunity to build bridges and foster a sense of belonging and understanding across diverse groups.
In conclusion, we left with a renewed commitment to act as beacons of unity in our daily lives, advocating for understanding and connection. Each of us has the power to contribute to a world where unity overcomes division, where empathy silences judgment, and where our shared humanity is the foundation upon which we build a brighter future. This vision for a peaceful, harmonious world calls us to advocate for unity in all we do, inviting everyone to join this noble quest.
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Food for Thought:
How has your privileges and disadvantages affected the way you connect with others? In what ways can you promote unity in your day to day life? How can you work to accept others' differences and contribute to a more inclusive world?
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We are seeking experienced board members! Become a vital part of our journey by joining the Greenhouse Gives board! Unleash your passion, make a bigger impact, and let's cultivate positive change together. Join us on this exciting journey to support a new nonprofit with a mission to make the world a better place.