About Us

Our Mission

Our mission is to encourage permaculture, and wildlife sustainability through information & tools for environmental development. Connecting neighborhoods and communities through a shared love of colorful growth. We use charitable gifts to support local gardeners, schools, community gardens, & neighbors when we can to replenish the stands, and motivate sharing.

We provide opportunities to bring the public and stand hosts together with free events & educational workshops; educating them on varied topics like: how and what to plant, how to help grow and support the local wildlife, and how to grow for sustainability. This concept will bring more food to each plate, more knowledge to each individual and more growth and beauty in each community.

We are passionate about raising awareness on how easy gardening is, knowing where your food comes from and contributing to our impact on the planet. We encourage hosts to look for reusable items for the stand & seed library. We love to see how much our locations can contribute not only to our immediate communities but the world. At Garden Exchange Stands Org, we aim to connect local gardeners and promote sustainable practices by fostering a community of sharing. The Seed Libraries-Garden Stands are shared spaces & a community service for all. We're creating a larger food sovereignty network with these locations & educational workshops.

Who We Are

DePhane Marcelle Weaver

DePhane Marcelle Weaver

Founder and President, Sustainable living

"It's a lifestyle"

Paul Weaver

Paul Weaver

Vice President/ Treasurer

Our mission is bringing back gardening culture, together.

Karl Senseman

Karl Senseman

Vice President

Our mission is broad and we enjoy seeing hosts connect with the gardening community.

Silvia Messmer

Silvia Messmer

Secretary

My garden is where I go to grow.

Daniel Dybowski

Daniel Dybowski

Board member

"We as a Collective are creating a larger food sovereignty network."

Sayo Dybowski

Sayo Dybowski

Board member

I have a passion for helping people.

Tina Knaut

Tina Knaut

Board member

I love to share generously!

Tracie Rigs

Tracie Rigs

Board member

My emus will give you the stink eye if you get too close to the garden.

Emerson Senseman

Emerson Senseman

Board member

I enjoy taking photos of people in their natural habitat, outdoors.

Etiquette

Some basic etiquette for the Seed Libraries or Garden Exchange Stands.

  • Please take a little and share A LOT!
  • Never knock on the host’s door; leave a note at the Seed Library/Stand or mail one.
  • Tidy up if needed. The Seed Libraries & Stands are shared spaces and a community service for all.
  • Avoid trash bags; they may fly away creating litter.
  • Label your plant and seed donations, if possible.
  • Consider using pretty vases or containers for your donations.
  • If it’s not on the stand, it’s not available. Do not wander in the host’s yard.
  • Only FRESH produce. We are not a pantry for nonperishable foods. There is a whole movement around the cities where they provide those services. (Some things are allowed at times of need & when it is not hot when the food can go rancid.) Remember, birds & rodents like food too.
  • Do not take plants or other items from the host’s yard. If you're not sure, please don’t take.
  • Respect the host’s and neighbors’ yards, and only visit during DAYLIGHT HOURS ONLY and keep the noise down.
  • If containers are marked “DO NOT TAKE” leave them for refilling.
Etiquette at Seed Libraries and Garden Exchange Stands

OUR DISCLAIMERS

The Garden Exchange Stands Org collects and distributes seeds and plants that are open pollinated and heirloom seeds. We do not or will not accept or distribute patented seeds or varieties that are protected under the Plant Variety Protection Act. Please note that seeds that are available through us are a combination of commercially available seeds and those donated by the community and shared freely with interested growers. While we do our best to maintain the integrity of seeds in the collection, this is not a commercial seed source, and the quality of seeds may vary. If you discover any problems with your seeds, including poor germination, of-types, or mislabeling, please let us know. A seed library is a community effort and you can help keep the collection healthy.

Be advised that photos/videos may be taken during your visit or at our events and may be published on social media to promote the *Free Plant N Garden Stands Org. When at a stand or event, you are on PRIVATE PROPERTY; use shall be considered RECREATIONAL Owner Not Liable for injuries A.R.S.S. 33-1551

We ask that you keep your eyes on your child, & do not photograph other children that are not yours.

FORM TO GET ON THE GLOBAL MAP
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Board members.
Founding President DePhane Marcelle Weaver, Vice President, Treasurer, Paul Weaver, Vice President Karl Senseman, Secretary Silvia Messmer, Board members, Tina Knaut, Emerson Senseman, Tracie Riggs, Sayo & Daniel Dybowski.

We're a 509(a)(2) under a 501(c)(3). Donations are tax deductible as allowed by the law. Donors should consult with their personal tax adviser regarding any personal tax deduction.

Thank you for the support. Together, we're bringing back gardening culture. "It's a lifestyle!"

Garden Exchange Stands Org, DBA Free Plant N Garden Stands Org EIN# 33-2449874

*We were a component fund for 3 years under Legacy Global Programs (previously known as The Charity Foundation) EIN# 20-8099462

Frequently Asked Questions

Garden Exchange Stands Org is a nonprofit charity dedicated to helping sustainable living, supports the wildlife and loves to help the public learn how to grow your own food. All the locations are open daylight hours. If you do not have one near you, start one. We support schools and community gardens when we're able to. The Seed Libraries & Garde nStands are shared spaces & a community service for all. We're creating a larger food sovereignty network with these locations.

You can get your volunteer hours in by becoming a Co-Host, of a Seed Library, Garden Stand, Seed Shepherd, grower, pass out free seeds at events, help on social media, and much more.

Garden Exchange Stands Org offers a variety of educational, hands-on workshops. The experience you leave with is one that can be used for a better life. We love to educate the public on basic life skills like, how to grow an herb, veggie garden, plant trees (for so many reasons), make your own soil, salves, and so much more! Permaculture is sustainable living. "It's a lifestyle!"

Yes, Garden Exchange Stands Org is a registered charity with the IRS.

We're a 509(a)(2) under a 501(c)(3)

We're a 509(a)(2) under a 501(c)(3). Donations to Garden Exchange Stands Org are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

We're a 509(a)(2) under a 501(c)(3). Donations are tax deductible as allowed by the law. Donors should consult with their personal tax adviser regarding any personal tax deduction.

Garden Exchange Stands Org, DBA Free Plant N Garden Stands Org
EIN# 33-2449874

*We were a component fund for 3 years under Legacy Global Programs (previously known as The Charity Foundation) EIN# 20-8099462

Thank you for the support. Together, we're bringing back gardening culture. "It's a lifestyle!"

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