# Event Details - **Event Name**: Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Donate PLUS enjoy lunch with a interactive panel of diverse agriculturalists, followed by a garden walk and litter cleanup project!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/952c4b30-2d8e-11f1-b4a4-e74a4bf63e65-rimg-w555-h740-dc7a745f-gmir.jpg A 3-in-1 GGC Program!1. Donate.As a grassroots initiative, GGC cannot fulfill its goal of being a dynamic resource for the community without philanthropic investments from individuals, businesses and foundations.You can help by supporting Sow the Seeds for GGC -- giving what you can during online registration, or by making a donation in lieu of attendance.Every dollar counts!2. Celebrate in Community.From 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at Broad Street Presbyterian Church (one off GGC's six garden sites), enjoy food, music, and an interactive conversaton about heritage, foodways and agriculture before the service portion of the program that kicks off immediately following the program. Check social media for conversation participant announcements. 3. Walk & Serve.Departing Broad Street Presbyterian Church promptly at 1:00 pm, join a walking tour after the lunch and keynote that will include brief stopping points at select GGC gardens and litter removal en route.Who We AreThe Growing and Growth Collective (GGC) is a grassroots initiative that encourages participation in urban agriculture as a means of improving health outcomes, deepening civic engagement, and promoting economic empowerment especially for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) across ages and generations on the Near East Side (NES), along side allies.Although GGC manages six greenspaces and community gardens that include 70+ raised beds for the cultivation of fresh produce, and also, while GGC often spearheads the coordination of social events, youth programs, and educational symposia -- none of these efforts are delivered in a solitary fashion.All of GGC's work entails collaborations with NES neighbors, generous individuals and families, and committed philanthropic institutions.Impact Pillars:Agricultural Education in CitiesFood Access & AffordabilityComprehensive Health & WellnessEquitable Community DevelopmentRural-Urban InterfaceGGC is an initiative of Partners Achieving Community Transformation/PACT (eastpact.org). https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/95716a80-2d8e-11f1-a796-25373a183b85-rimg-w1092-h740-dc496046-gmir.jpg Where We ServeGGC strives to make a positive impact on the Near East Side of Columbus, Ohio through gardening and programming in six (6) greenspaces:21st Ave Community Garden: 156 North 21st StreetBroad Street Presbyterian Church: 760 E Broad StMamie Mack Community Garden: 456 North Garfield AvenueGreenway Community Garden: 1652 Greenway AvenueHildreth Community Garden: 1201 Hildreth AvenueJulialynne Walker Gateway Learning Garden at the King Arts Complex: 835 Mount Vernon AvenueView a PDF map of the gardens. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/95afd310-2d8e-11f1-a796-25373a183b85-rimg-w555-h740-dc787560-gmir.jpg Thank You GGC Sponsors!Platinum Level: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/95f08590-2d8e-11f1-8627-f7c713c5a664-rimg-w1200-h347-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/961c5080-2d8e-11f1-a796-25373a183b85-rimg-w1200-h187-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Silver Level: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/9649a210-2d8e-11f1-b4a4-e74a4bf63e65-rimg-w1200-h360-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Copper Level:St. Philip Evangelical Lutheran ChurchIf you choose a ticket level that includes a bag, here's what it looks like! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9677de00-2d8e-11f1-8627-f7c713c5a664-rimg-w555-h740-dcdedad4-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/96ac8290-2d8e-11f1-a796-25373a183b85-rimg-w555-h740-dcdad8d3-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMCheck In, Network, & Eat!🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMProgram: Interactive Community ConversationInfo: The Interactive Community Conversation portion of the Sow the Seeds event will occur rain or shine because this portion of the event is indoors. The conversation will include agricultural leaders in Central Ohio, but you also will have the opportunity to connect with your neighbors to discuss how culture and heritage influence your relationship with foodways and/or growing. 🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PMWalk & ServeInfo: The Walk & Serve portion of the program is weather dependent. It will be canceled in the event of inclement circumstances. However, the luncheon described above will continue since it is indoors. All registrants will receive a map with the route to support alternative participation by those with various accessibility needs. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/sow-the-seeds-for-ggc-2026-lunch-and-keynote-walk-and-serve-donate/100001986274664992 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, health-wellness, it, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 76.54, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: Broad Street Presbyterian Church - **lat**: 39.9648317 - **long**: -82.9797488 - **full address**: Broad Street Presbyterian Church, 760 East Broad Street, Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/585b463ae8a345543c8331ed763ea4c6d43ef87e558e7c400f16fee4bb323808-rimg-w1200-h600-dcfef8eb-gmir.jpg?v=1775022611 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. being held? - **A:** Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 11:30 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Broad Street Presbyterian Church, 760 East Broad Street, Columbus, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE.? - **A:** Tickets for Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. are priced at USD 77 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityVIP "LUNCH + WALK & SERVE + GGC TOTE" PACKAGEUSD 77 + USD 7 feeAvailableLunch + Walk & Serve (Suggested Donation: $35 pp)FreeAvailableVIP "LUNCH ONLY + GGC TOTE" PACKAGEUSD 77 + USD 7 feeAvailableLunch ONLY (Suggested Donation: $35 pp)FreeAvailableVIP "WALK & SERVE ONLY + GGC TOTE" PACKAGEUSD 39 + USD 4 feeAvailableWalk & Serve ONLYFreeAvailableDonation in lieu of attendanceFreeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE.? - **A:** Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. is organized by Partners Achieving Community Transformation (PACT). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. DONATE. sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Sow the Seeds for GGC 2026: LUNCH & KEYNOTE. WALK & SERVE. 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