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
Join Tandi Family Farms and Beloved Communities Network for an unforgettable evening under the autumn sky at the beautiful Evergreen Nursery.
Sip, taste, and celebrate at A Sunset Cocktail Fundraiser! Join us for a vibrant outdoor gathering supporting two incredible local causes! Our goal is to raise $50,000 to expand community food access, support neighborhood gardens, provide educational programming, and grow the volunteer-powered infrastructure that makes these spaces thrive.
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The Beloved Community Garden: A TFF Satellite Farm Hub in the heart of Oakland, created through a collaboration between Tandi Family Farms and the Beloved Communities Network (BCN). Since breaking ground in March 2026, the Beloved Community Garden has already harvested more than 800 pounds of fresh produce and is on pace to grow over 2,300 pounds annually. Together with hundreds of volunteer hours, the garden provides fresh food for the Melrose Neighborhood Pantry while serving as a place for neighbors to learn, gather, and cultivate belonging
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The Victory Garden Project (VGP): Tandi Family Farms' signature initiative providing free edible gardens to the community. Serving over 400 youth, teens, and seniors, VGP teaches people not only how to grow their own food, but also how to cook what they harvest. Since launching in 2024, the project has expanded 1,000%—equipping families, schools, and community centers with fresh produce and hands-on mentorship.
Every ticket purchased and extra dollar donated directly helps transform underused urban lots into thriving, nourishing community spaces.
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Single Ticket (Meadow Entry): $50 per person
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Couple Ticket (Garden Duo): $75 per couple
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Ticket Includes: 2 adult drinks person + Heavy Hors'D Ouevres
Event Highlights
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Live Entertainment to keep the evening lively
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Interactive Curation Stations
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Heavy Appetizers featuring rich seasonal bites made with produce fresh from our gardens
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Cocktails & Refreshments set against an autumn sunset
Date, Time & Location
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Date: Wednesday, October 7th
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Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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Location: Evergreen Nursery
Gather with us for an evening of community, connection, and autumn celebration! Space is limited—reserve your tickets today.