The Unity Garden was founded by Bruce Kidney, a Kettering Health nurse, in partnership with the Grandview Foundation. The goal is to grow an orchard that provide organically grown produce to local families, free of charge.
Growing More Than Food
The Unity Garden serves approximately 50 refugee families living in the surrounding neighborhood. Many residents have brought rich agricultural traditions from their home countries, and the garden reflects that diversity.
Alongside common vegetables, the garden cultivates African eggplants, beans, squash, and other culturally significant crops grown from seeds shared by community members. This unique blend of produce helps meet nutritional needs while honoring the cultural heritage of the families who call Dayton home.
A Place to Belong
The Unity Garden is more than a source of nourishment, it’s a gathering place where neighbors work side by side, share knowledge, and build lasting relationships.
Families participate in every stage of the growing process, from planting and maintaining to harvesting. Every piece of fruit and vegetable grown is distributed free of charge, ensuring fresh, healthy produce stays accessible to those who need it most.
A Growing Community Resource
Through the dedication of volunteers, community partners, and local residents, the Unity Garden continues to grow as a symbol of hope, sustainability, and unity.
By putting unused land to work, this initiative is strengthening food security, deepening neighborhood connections, and supporting the health and well-being of families across the Dayton community.
