Community Accountability
2025 Impact & 990 Financials
We believe grassroots nonprofits owe their neighbors complete financial and operational transparency. Here is how every dollar was spent and how many seeds reached South Tucson soil.
SEEDS DISTRIBUTED 4,820
Free heritage seed packets distributed across South Tucson and the Sunnyside school district.
HOUSEHOLDS REACHED 890
Unique neighborhood families cultivating desert-adapted vegetables and culinary herbs.
HARVEST ESTIMATE 14.2k lbs
Estimated fresh organic produce harvested from community plots and backyard gardens.
HERITAGE VARIETIES 42
Indigenous and heritage desert seed strains preserved and acclimatized to Tucson's alkaline soil.
Financial Stewardship
Where the Money Goes
88 cents of every dollar donated goes directly into seeds, envelopes, soil testing kits, and community tool equipment.
Program Services & Seeds (88.4%) $54,200
Operations & Community Room Rent (7.2%) $4,410
Fundraising & Payment Processing (4.4%) $2,700
Governance & Filings
- 501(c)(3) Determination: Approved July 2021
- IRS Form 990-EZ: Publicly available via Candid/Guidestar
- Board of Directors: 5 community members (100% uncompensated)
- Annual Audit: Conducted by Pima Nonprofit Advisory
Genetic Biodiversity
Heritage Desert Strains in Active Circulation
Tohono O'odham White Tepary Bean Extreme heat tolerance, 28% protein.
I'itoi Multiplying Wild Onion Perennial Sonoran shallot, pungent green tops.
Magdalena Big Cheese Squash Heavy producer, thick drought-resistant rind.
Mayo Grain Amaranth Vibrant red seedheads, high iron & lysine.