The Beloved Community Garden
TFF Anchore Satellite Farm Hub
The Crisis & The Response
In East Oakland, Black and Brown families face intersecting crises of inflation, reduced SNAP benefits, and a loss of community spaces. In response, Beloved Communities Network (BCN) and Tandi Family Farms (TFF) have partnered to transform underutilized yard space on 47th Avenue into a thriving agricultural ecosystem. Operating on a community-of-care model, this project rejects top-down charity to uplift frontline leadership, mutual aid, and neighborhood self-determination.
Vision & 6-Month Impact
Using ecological permaculture principles, the space builds collective resilience through:
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Direct Food Sovereignty: Harvesting and distributing fresh, organic produce directly to local families.
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Intergenerational Connection: Monthly community meals and interactive cooking classes led by local chefs and elders to celebrate cultural food traditions.
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A Living Classroom: Engaging residents via volunteer days, stipends, and workshops on sustainable growing and permaculture.
Infrastructure & Proven Expertise
Backed by TFF’s proven track record of growing hundreds of pounds of food locally, the 47th Ave Hub is engineered for high-yield, accessible farming:
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Accessibility: Front-yard raised beds, a passion fruit "living wall," and a backyard in-ground garden featuring ADA-compliant pathways.
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Abundant Agriculture: Multiple raised beds, planting barrels, a diverse orchard (Apricot, Apple, Citrus, Fig, Plum), and multi-zone drip irrigation.
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Ecological Footprint: Thousands of square feet of site-wide sheet mulching (cardboard, compost, mulch) optimized through local water utility lawn-conversion rebates.
Operations & Investment Opportunity
To guarantee long-term success, expert farmers provide weekly onsite technical oversight alongside monthly administrative and milestone reviews.
We invite you to catalyze this transformation through a lean, high-impact launch investment. Your funding will directly activate vital infrastructure, secure project management and leadership stipends, fuel monthly community kitchen gatherings, and supply essential tools.
Join the Movement: Invest in the 47th Avenue Hub to anchor a replicable model of neighborhood self-reliance across Oakland.
Our Satelltie Farms
Cultivating Resilience
Tandi Family Farms
AN URBAN FARM & FARM SCHOOL
We envision a world where cultivating food nourishes diverse ecosystems, people, and communities in an endless cycle of abundance.
Our mission is to inspire and empower people to live in harmony with nature through immersive farm-to-table experiences with food that is truly good.
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Responsible stewardship
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Family & Community
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Love & Respect
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Diversity in all its forms
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Regeneration (beyond sustainability)
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Environmental justice
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Hands-on-learning
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Inclusion
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Collaboration
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Equity
The Victory Garden Project
Operating on a principle of reciprocity, Tandi Family Farms (TFF) is reviving the WWII-era Victory Garden model to build lasting self-reliance right in our own backyards. As part of the City of San Leandro's resilience network, we believe true strength isn’t just about preparing for emergencies—it’s about growing stronger together, from the soil to the soul. With grocery prices higher than ever, tackling food insecurity starts at home.
Through our signature Victory Garden Project, we offer free ecosystem-based home gardening and native plant integration, empowering neighbors with full control over what goes onto their plates at no cost.
Since 2024, TFF has transformed 3.5 acres of underutilized urban space into thriving edible landscapes and harvested over 6,000 lbs of fresh, wholesome produce. By partnering with over 440 families, local nonprofits, and community centers, we are actively lowering grocery bills, restoring local biodiversity, and proving that food independence is achievable when a community grows as one.
Looking Ahead: The 2027 Victory Garden Project Ready to grow with us? Sign-ups for our 2027 Cohort officially open August 21st, 2026!
As you plan ahead, mark your calendar for our mandatory in-person kickoff meeting on October 15th—attendance from 6:30PM-8:00PM is required to participate in this upcoming cohort.
Nataly Almanza, San Leandro
2025 Victory Garden Cohort
"I found therapy in the soil. The Victory Garden Project isn’t just about growing vegetables—it’s about growing people."
Korin Nordell, Castro Valley
2025 Victory Garden Cohort
"I am Indigenous and being a part of The Victory Garden Project has allowed me to connect with my roots. My vision is feeding my community with the food that I grow."
Jenny Lassalle, Castro Valley
2024 & 2025 Victory Garden Cohort
"For years, I dreamed of a garden but lacked the motivation and feared I would fail. Tandi Family Farms changed that. Their knowledge and energy reassured me. I harvested over 268lbs of produce this season."
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