Giving Back
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we’re always asking ourselves how we can do more to create a brighter future for the planet and for other people.
We’ve been inspired by so many incredible individuals who bring creativity, vision, and a deep commitment to making the world a better place. Whether through their innovative ideas or their passion for change, they’re working toward a future we can all be proud of. We’re honored to support these efforts by contributing our time, resources, and financial support to their causes.
We’d love for you to know more about them!
Salmon Creek Community Volunteer Fire Department
Lost Coast Plant Therapy is thrilled to have contributed to the purchase of a brand-new fire truck for the Salmon Creek Community Volunteer Fire Department, located in the neighborhood where we grew up. This donation holds a special place in our hearts, as it directly benefits the community that shaped us.
Volunteer fire departments like Salmon Creek’s are the backbone of many rural communities, operating on limited budgets and relying heavily on donations to upgrade equipment and maintain services.
We couldn't be more proud to help provide a new fire truck for our very own Salmon Creek Community Volunteer Fire Department. Replacing their ancient truck, they now can keep the community safe with faster response times and assist in medical emergencies with greater efficiency and reliability.
Joint4ces
We are proud sponsors of Joint4ces.org a nonprofit organization who is providing meaningful support for veterans transitioning from active duty to civilian life. By combining hands-on participation in farming, with personal development and holistic wellness veterans will receive dynamic support in this critical time of coming home.
This program has shown powerful results with participants. With such high statistics of suicide rates, homelessness and a variety of other challenges that veterans face; Joint4ces is a program and initiative that we feel is long overdue and sorely needed. A light of hope where so many are living in darkness.
Please; donate, plant, pledge and learn more at https://www.joint4ces.org
On an additional personal note, these issues are near and dear to our heart. Our own family member who was a Vietnam veteran, we lost to suicide. It is of note, that gardening was a constant lifeline for him, bringing peace, relaxation, a sense of accomplishment and great tasting vegetables to the kitchen table every day!
Please join us in supporting joint4ces.org
Southern Humboldt Community Park
A message from Southern Humboldt Community Park:
"We believe the inherent beauty and value of the natural landscape is tied to our cultural history. It weaves vitality and meaning into the fabric of our daily lives. So, we acquired 462 acres of meadow, forest and historic ranch structures along the Eel River to establish a regional park. Our goal is to create opportunities for recreation, culture, agriculture, education and celebration and to ensure the enjoyment of this rich, diverse land for generations to come and to conserve the Park's scenic, historic and natural resources."
Seawalls
We were a major sponsor for the Santa Cruz California event.
https://seawalls.org/activation/santa-cruz-usa/
A Drop of Paint Can Create an Ocean of Change™
Sea Walls: Artists for Oceans is PangeaSeed Foundation’s groundbreaking public art program that brings the oceans into the streets around the world. We collaborate with some of today’s most renowned contemporary artists to create large-scale public murals that address pressing environmental issues the oceans are facing.
Santa Cruz holds a special place in the heart of the Lost Coast Plant Therapy family. We’re proud to have contributed to the creation of stunning seawall murals throughout the city. These vibrant and thought-provoking works of art are more than just visually captivating, they carry a deeper purpose.
The murals are designed to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our oceans and the ecosystems that thrive within them. By supporting this project, we’ve helped transform public spaces into powerful reminders of our collective responsibility to care for the planet. For the Lost Coast family, it’s not just about making products that are safe for the environment, it’s about actively participating in meaningful initiatives that inspire others to make a difference.
Gravity Water
Gravity Water is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the global water crisis by providing energy-free, safe drinking water systems to schools and communities worldwide. Their innovative approach combines rainwater harvesting, elevated storage, and gravity-fed filtration to deliver clean water without the need for electricity.
Global Reach: Operating in five countries, Gravity Water has implemented safe drinking water systems in 64 schools and communities.
Beneficiaries: Over 39,300 children now have daily access to safe drinking water through their initiatives.
Sustainable Water Supply: Their systems collectively filter approximately 95,100 liters of clean water each day, all without relying on external energy sources.
By focusing on sustainable and scalable solutions, Gravity Water not only provides immediate access to clean water but also promotes long-term health and educational benefits for the communities they serve.
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we are committed to supporting such impactful initiatives. We make monthly donations to Gravity Water, contributing to their mission of ensuring safe drinking water for children around the world.
MeWater Foundation
MeWater Foundation works to address adjustments of trauma and stress in young people from backgrounds of poverty and violence by providing a different way of relating to the world and communities they live in, all through the power of nature and the ocean. MeWater connects vulnerable young people to positive community members and creates opportunities for youth to develop new skills, practice new coping mechanisms and form positive, reciprocal relationships with trusted peers.
All year round, MeWater runs programs throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, including day and overnight camps for youth with a mental health approach to mindfulness, empowerment, and exposure to the ocean and outdoors.
MeWater Foundation is more than surfing. It is about increasing one's own self-reliance and purpose. It is about leveraging the strengths of people and reducing social isolation by growing positive connections within the community with the ocean as a conduit to improvement of well-being.
Watch MeWater Summer 2021 https://youtu.be/d7AJtosIHeI
Lost Coast Plant Therapy has made donations to keep their summer camps going!
Ocnwtr
OCNWTR is a faith-based organization dedicated to empowering small communities through the establishment of micro-churches and the provision of sustainable water solutions. Their mission is to create disciples who make disciples and to plant churches consisting of 2 to 40 individuals that also focus on providing clean water.
Micro-Church Planting: OCNWTR fosters the growth of small, self-sustaining churches that emphasize community engagement and spiritual development.
Sustainable Water Systems: They implement $40,000 water systems that utilize air and sunlight to provide daily access to clean water for 40 people, promoting health and well-being in underserved areas.
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we are committed to supporting initiatives that align with our values of sustainability and community empowerment.
We have contributed to OCNWTR's project in Indonesia, aiding in the installation of a sustainable water system that will provide clean water to local communities.
Food For People
The food bank serving Humboldt County, California.
Our Vision
We strive for a community where everyone has access to high-quality, nutritious food. We aim to raise awareness about the impacts of hunger and poor nutrition while working toward a healthier, stronger Humboldt County for all.
Our Mission
Our mission is to eliminate hunger and enhance the health and well-being of our community by providing access to nutritious food, educating the public, and advocating for lasting change.
Our Guiding Principles
We believe tackling the root causes of hunger is essential for achieving long-term progress in eliminating food insecurity.
Partnerships and collaboration are critical to our mission’s success, both within our organization and with external partners.
We recognize that food is a basic human right and are dedicated to treating everyone with dignity and respect.
We hold a steadfast belief that hunger can be eradicated.
Food for People operates 18 unique programs, each designed to meet the specific challenges faced by individuals and families struggling with hunger and food insecurity in our community. Their innovative approach ensures that those in need have access to nutritious food and the resources to improve their overall well-being.
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we are proud to support Food for People’s mission to eliminate hunger and build a healthier Humboldt County. To contribute to this vital cause, we make a yearly donation to help sustain their impactful programs and advocacy efforts.
No Kid Hungry
No Kid Hungry is a national initiative committed to ending childhood hunger across the United States. Millions of children face food insecurity, meaning they don’t have consistent access to the nutritious meals they need to grow, learn, and thrive. No Kid Hungry works to close this gap by focusing on practical and impactful solutions, ensuring that every child has reliable access to food.
School Meals Programs: They work with schools and communities to ensure that kids receive healthy breakfasts and lunches.
Summer Meal Programs: During the summer months, when school is out, many children lose access to consistent meals. No Kid Hungry establishes meal sites to ensure that no child goes without food during these breaks.
Community Outreach: By educating families about meal programs in their areas and connecting them with available resources, No Kid Hungry ensures that families know where to turn for help.
No Kid Hungry has helped ensure millions of children have access to daily meals and their advocacy has contributed to policy changes, expanding nutrition assistance programs to reach more families.
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we are passionate about supporting organizations that make a tangible difference in people’s lives. That’s why we proudly make monthly donations to No Kid Hungry.
Our contributions help fund their school meal programs, summer initiatives, and advocacy efforts, ensuring children have the food they need to grow and succeed.
Boys and Girls Club, Eureka California
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods was established in 1938 and serves the community as a youth development program for children ages 6 to 18. All of our sites offer a safe place for our members to learn, play and develop citizenship and leadership skills. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of our members by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and a power of influence, which is the Youth Development Strategy of the Boys & Girls Clubs.
Dedicated professionals and volunteers run the Club five days a week. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Redwoods is led by Monica Rose, Executive Director. The Board of Directors who volunteer, dedicate many resources to see that the Club continues to grow.
The national boys and girls club: https://www.bgca.org/
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we are proud to support the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods, an organization dedicated to empowering youth to reach their full potential.
We share their vision of fostering healthy, engaged, and empowered youth who respect themselves, their families, their community, and the environment. By helping provide a safe and nurturing space, the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods inspires young people to thrive and make a positive impact in the world.
As part of our commitment to their incredible mission, we make a yearly donation to help sustain their programs and initiatives.
Hydseville Elementary School
Hydesville Elementary School, located in Hydesville, California, is dedicated to empowering students to become lifelong learners and productive members of society. The school offers a comprehensive educational program that emphasizes academic excellence, personal growth, and community involvement.
At Lost Coast Plant Therapy, we recognize the importance of physical education and team sports in fostering well-rounded development. To support these initiatives, we have contributed to the maintenance and enhancement of the school's sports field and have provided resources for the youth baseball program.
