Community Rising
Spotlighting the communities across America that are taking food safety, health, and local agriculture into their own hands — and winning.
See the StoriesWhat Is Community Rising?
Community Rising is a platform and show that highlights the inspiring community-led health and food safety initiatives happening across America. From small towns banning harmful pesticides to school districts switching to organic lunches, real change is happening at the grassroots level.
These stories prove that you don't need to wait for Congress to act. When communities come together, they create the world they want their children to grow up in.
School Lunch Reform
Districts replacing processed, pesticide-laden food with fresh, organic meals for students.
Local Organic Farms
Communities building farm-to-table networks that keep money local and food clean.
Community Gardens
Neighborhoods turning vacant lots into thriving gardens that feed families and build connections.
How Communities Are Winning
Real stories of towns, schools, and neighborhoods creating healthier environments for their families.
School District Goes 100% Organic
After a group of determined parents presented glyphosate testing results to the school board, the Irvine Unified School District committed to transitioning all school meals to certified organic within two years. Student health complaints dropped significantly in the first semester.
County-Wide Pesticide Ban on Public Land
Residents petitioned and won a comprehensive ban on synthetic pesticides in all county parks, playgrounds, and public spaces. The county now uses organic land management practices, and neighboring counties are following suit.
Farm-to-School Network Feeds 12,000 Students
A coalition of local organic farmers and parent advocates built a direct supply chain from area farms to school cafeterias, providing fresh, locally grown food while supporting the regional farming economy.
Community Garden Network Expands to 40 Sites
What started as a single community garden in a food desert has grown into a citywide network of 40 organic gardens, providing fresh produce to over 3,000 families and teaching children where their food comes from.
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Community Stories Featured
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States Represented
1,500+
Schools Improving Lunches
50K+
Families Reached
Share Your Community's Story
Is your community making a difference? We want to hear about it. Community Rising features stories from across the country to inspire other neighborhoods, schools, and towns to take action.
Your community has taken action on food safety, school lunches, pesticide use, or local agriculture.
You have a clear story to tell — the problem, who took action, and the outcome.
You can provide photos, quotes, or documentation to support your story.
You give permission for Moms Across America to share your story publicly.
Submit Your Story
Send us an email with your community's story, including the location, what action was taken, who was involved, and the results. Photos and supporting documents are encouraged.
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Every movement starts with one person. Submit your community's story and inspire families across the country to take action.